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Are you bothered by what might be described as cobwebs, swirling amoebas, dancing squigglies or strange black dots every time you open your eyes? Do flashes of light that seem to originate somewhere inside your head remind you of Independence Day fireworks? If your line of sight is interrupted by these unwelcome issues, you’re not … Read more
A lot of things that became essential during the heart of the COVID pandemic have gone the way of paper files and the $2 gallon of gas. Remember double masking, wearing sterile gloves to the supermarket and washing your groceries in the garage? Telehealth, however, is not only hanging on, but its future, especially as … Read more
With the COVID-19 pandemic beginning to recede and many of its restrictions being limited, people are planning trips once again, whether for long-postponed vacations or simply to visit with friends and family they’ve been separated from for two years or more. Of course, these very same families are pet lovers as well, and they understand … Read more
Residents of Johns Island, Kiawah Island and Seabrook Island will soon have a lifesaving emergency medical facility right in their own community, thanks to the Medical University of South Carolina. Construction is expected to start in August on a new free-standing emergency department and medical office building on Seabrook Island Road near the Bohicket Marina. … Read more
Running is a great way to stay in shape as you age; it’s one of the best things you can do for your cardiovascular health. In fact, runners lower their chances of dying from heart disease by half. And hitting the pavement improves longevity. One study found that runners had a 30% lower rate of … Read more
What is choking? Choking is when food or another foreign object becomes stuck in the airway. Choking prevents oxygen from getting to the lungs and the brain. Signs of someone choking: A person is not coughing. A person is unable to speak or breathe. A person is signaling for help, typically by holding their hands … Read more