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As COVID-19 continues to alter the way we live, it is also taking a toll on mental wellness, provoking in many fear and anxiety. As a result, more and more are seeking to boost their immunity through prevention, and far greater attention has been given to nutritional supplements than ever before. This is no surprise … Read more
By Lindsay C. Bishop When you picture a doctor’s office, plush chairs, magazines and calming music might come to mind. What you probably don’t envision is a 40-foot, three-room medical office on wheels. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the popularity and visibility of mobile health care units; however, they have been playing a crucial role … Read more
By Laura Haight The introduction of vaccines into our battle to survive the COVID-19 pandemic seemingly has raised more questions than it has answered. To help make sense of our current situation, we consulted two of South Carolina’s pre-eminent physicians: Helmut Albrecht, M.D., medical director of the Center for Infectious Diseases Research and Policy at … Read more
By Katherine Waters Michael’s Barkery is a pet spa and boutique in Mount Pleasant with a bit of a different mission. While providing homemade dog treats, grooming services and other treats for local pet lovers, it also offers career opportunities to adults living with cognitive disabilities. “My son Michael had a senior project in high … Read more
By Bill Farley You are the proud owner of a new dog – maybe a puppy you adopted from one of the Lowcountry’s many excellent no-kill shelters. But now you might need some help taking the recent addition to your family through “basic training.” If that’s the case, an excellent guide would be Esther Schow, … Read more
By James Crawford Fasting has become incredibly popular over the past few years. People from all walks of life are trying out the practice of restricting or eliminating calories. You may have considered dipping your toe in yourself or you likely know someone who has. Anyone who has fasted will tell you it’s a challenge … Read more