Articles categorized as General Health.
Jalak Patel, a clinical dietitian with Bon Secours Health System, said when cooking and enjoying meals at home, kitchen gadgets are essential to adopting a healthy lifestyle, as well helping to reduce meal prep time and “batch cooking.” “Whether you are pressed for time or space, good multipurpose kitchen gadgets offer a cooking solution that … Read more
COVID-19 caught most of us off guard. It was nothing, and then it was something — and then it was THE thing. Suddenly, a miniscule speck, undetectable to the human eye, had captured our full attention and become our mortal enemy. Rising to the threat, South Carolinians have found creative ways to band together and … Read more
As we populate the Earth, so do our diseases. Although we may think we are living in an unprecedented time, the COVID-19 pandemic has had companions among mankind throughout the centuries. Even in this modern era, one thing that remains constant is that infectious diseases make people sick. Here is a timeline of some of … Read more
Everything about the world has changed – how you get your groceries, how you connect with family and even how you connect with your doctor. Although we’re in the middle of a pandemic, life goes on. Kids still get hurt, you may have weird looking spots appearing on your skin and people still need ongoing … Read more
Combine an upscale doctor’s office with a spa and what do you get? The new Blood Connection Center in North Charleston – that’s what! Blood Connection Centers are permanent locations for donating plasma, platelets, red cells and whole blood. You may have donated inside one of their bloodmobiles, which are set up almost every day … Read more
One million Americans are currently living with a multiple sclerosis diagnosis, according to a recent study funded by the National MS Society. This neurological disease affects the central nervous system and disrupts the flow of information between the brain and body, which can greatly impact everyday activities. Despite the growing number of MS diagnoses across … Read more