Articles about Primary Care
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina and South Carolinians are stepping up in the fight against COVID-19. In September, the hospital launched clinical trials to investigate the success of repurposing three common drugs to fight the virus. Within months, MUSC had 759 participants, which made it the second highest recruiting site in the … Read more
While the rush for safe and effective vaccines to fend off COVID-19 and its variants often seems to capture our attention with front page news, another group of medical scientists continue to work tirelessly on more effective treatments both for the vaccinated and unvaccinated who still fall prey to this virus. The debate about how … Read more
In an effort to reduce the risk of one pandemic, some experts fear that another has been left to fester. In 2020, HIV testing numbers were down significantly, and, while this year testing has begun to tick back up again, so, too, have positive cases. According to Richard Reams of Palmetto Community Care in Charleston, … Read more
Inflammation – the name alone carries visions of redness, swelling, hurting bones and joints and a human body yelling for help. But inflammation is not only a friend to your body, it is the first sign of your body’s efforts to heal either an injury or illness. And your best chance of recovery begins with … Read more
Anyone who has spent some time in Charleston is certainly aware of the Medical University of South Carolina’s presence here. From the towers that mark their location on the outskirts of the peninsula to the ubiquitous MUSC scrubs and T-shirts donned by employees all over downtown, the hospital is a highly visible and beloved member … Read more
No two days are alike for the Rev. JohnBosco Ikemeh. From the minute he arrives at the Medical University of South Carolina in the early morning until the day is done, he’s running from task to task, filling in wherever he’s needed. Whether he’s celebrating mass, blessing the hands of the medical staff, being with … Read more