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Have you ever wondered what dentists do to maintain their own oral health or why they may need to visit a dentist and how they determine which one to choose? Dr. Daniel Knause in Greenville purchased Southern Smiles in 2020 and renamed the practice Southern Laser Dentistry to “continue to emphasize our Southern hospitality while … Read more
(Editor’s Note: This story is the first in a three-part series of articles on kidney transplants, kidney health and disease prevention. In her early 50s, the writer learned that she had only one functional kidney; she was also diagnosed with kidney disease that was the result of overuse of over the counter ibuprofen. She had … Read more
The use of telehealth for mental health services, where individuals receive treatment for mental health issues remotely with a therapist using telecommunications, increased sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic and remains a convenient way to access care. Dual board-certified psychiatrist Kelly Holes-Lewis, M.D., of Modern Minds, a new type of mental wellness clinic with an integrative … Read more
What does the term “going natural” describe in a post-pandemic world? For some, it seems to refer to escaping today’s materialism and conventionality for a simplified, back-to-the-Earth experience. Homesteading, building “tiny” homes, living “off-grid,” traveling the country in RVs and choosing flexible online jobs and fleeing traditional lifestyles and institutions could be the extreme version … Read more
According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, “The diagnosis of cancer is a family experience that changes the lives of all its members, bringing an immense amount of stress and many challenging situations.” Here are the stories of three families and their responses when breast cancer came calling. The McMillans For Harry McMillan, when … Read more
“The current young adult population has seen a lot of instability in their lifetimes. The future feels uncertain to them and many of their parents – so they try to study their way to success.” — Dr. Sara Marcino, psychiatrist and mental health professional with Still Point in Mount Pleasant. One afternoon in the fall … Read more