Articles about Primary Care
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
With a consistent reputation as “one of the best cities in the United States,” it is no surprise that Charleston continues to attract those looking for expanding work opportunities, idyllic climates, retirement amenities and the endless lure of the ocean. The appeal has been even greater for aging veterans because South Carolina is also known … Read more
By Katie Thompson Convalescent plasma therapy is not a new medical treatment. However its significance has grown recently as a valuable tool for patients currently fighting the coronavirus. Plasma therapy has a variety of purposes and is regularly utilized to help patients fight infection through the transfer of antibodies from the donor to the patient. … Read more
By Katie Thompson While the world has paused for the COVID-19 pandemic, two of the most-asked questions about returning to regular life are “When will there be a vaccine?” and “Will it be safe?” Thankfully, there are sites around the world, including several in South Carolina, that are conducting rigorous clinical trials to help lead … Read more
Have you ever wondered how prisoners in South Carolina receive health care? For most of us, it’s not something we’ve considered. For the 17,000 inmates and thousands of people employed by the South Carolina prison system, the focus on health care came crashing to the forefront of their consciousness earlier this year as it became … Read more
Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals on the front lines have been adopting new cleaning protocols and applying innovative technology to prevent the spread of infection and minimize the risk for patients and staff members. From identifying and isolating COVID-19 patients and disinfecting rooms and personal protective equipment to enacting new visitation guidelines – hospitals … Read more