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While I “pondered weak and weary” by the flickering light of … a Bic disposable I was using to light a postprandial cheroot – Relax: I was alone and outdoors – I asked myself when we’d know that the COVID pandemic was over. The answer came back “Nevermore!” An appropriate response in a Lowcountry that … Read more
Santa is checking his list and checking it twice to see which family pet has been naughty or nice. As pets make it to Santa’s list and family members shop for them, they should keep this goal in mind: gifts, especially toys, should be species-appropriate, appeal to the pet’s natural instincts and provide enrichment that … Read more
People often decide to volunteer to make a difference and improve lives other than their own – and an ever-growing body of research suggests that volunteering offers health benefits that reach beyond the conventionally recognized social and emotional advantages. “There is definitely a connection between service and better physical and mental health. I know it … Read more
Long hours crammed into cars, planes and trains can make even the most fit body cranky. Following a few tips and tricks can curb the chances that crankiness will creep into your neck, hips, back and mood. Tips from A Frequent Flyer Charleston resident Joni Nickoley, 57, is no stranger to long-distance travel. For more … Read more
On June 19, 2017, life changed abruptly and tragically for a young family in Cincinnati, Ohio. Cletus Schneiders III choked on a piece of steak while his wife, Carrie, was tending to their three small children in the next room. By the time she realized Cletus was in trouble, it was too late to save … Read more
Coastal Vascular & Vein Center is proud to take the lead in offering a new, less invasive and less risky procedure to clear out carotid arteries. Known in the medical community as transcarotid artery revascularization, or TCAR, the procedure was initially only offered to high-risk patients. However, in May 2022, the Food and Drug Administration … Read more