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“Procrastination is like a credit card: It’s a lot of fun until you get the bill,” English actor Christopher Parker once said. Most procrastinators, and the family and friends who surround them, would probably agree. Deep down, people know that postponing work is a bad plan and often hazardous to good results; yet they do … Read more
During pregnancy, women have a weakened immune system that can leave them more vulnerable to contracting infectious diseases and transferring them to their baby. Knowing how to prevent and treat these maladies can help decrease potential risks to newborns. Lesley Rathbun, owner of Charleston Birth Place and a family nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife, … Read more
Many people don’t know anything about their parents’ health history. Since much of what health care providers know about us comes from intake forms that outline family health histories, it’s easy to miss something that could be the perfect path to preventive measures or behavior modifications. The Medical University of South Carolina, in conjunction with … Read more
Lindsay Hall hoped to breastfeed her infant son for six months. She attended classes and did as much reading as possible prior to his delivery during the coronavirus pandemic. But no matter the preparation, Hall faced many unexpected hurdles and had to seek help. Hall is not alone; many women expect breastfeeding to be a … Read more
“I said I’m not getting out of bed. I’m not walking your dog either,” the young patient said. “I’ve already walked a dog.” His reluctance to leave his bed was understandable. No child wants to be in the hospital – and certainly not on Thanksgiving. “But have you ever walked a turkey?” a child life … Read more
For many patients, the quality of their OB-GYN care and their preference for a woman tops their list of considerations when they search for their ideal doctor. A female OB-GYN, local patients note, identifies better with their concerns and they are not as hard to find as they were to five to 10 years ago. … Read more