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The Missing Link in Child Therapy By Jenny Peterson When a child begins therapy for behavioral or emotional challenges, many parents focus on what happens during weekly sessions. But according to Charleston therapist Ashlin Blum, lasting progress depends on much more than time spent in the office. Why Family Involvement Matters “The whole family approach … Read more
Targeting knee, joint pain without surgery By Jenny Peterson For people living with knee pain, joint discomfort, neuropathy and other chronic aches, surgery isn’t always the only option. New non-invasive technologies are helping some patients find relief and return to the activities they enjoy. One of the latest tools available is SoftWave technology, a non-invasive … Read more
By Jenny Peterson Charleston County EMS is recognized as one of the premier emergency medical systems in the nation, but its beginnings were far more humble. Before Charleston County established its first official Emergency Medical Services department in 1973, emergency transportation often fell to local funeral homes, which owned the only vehicles capable of transporting … Read more
Recognizing early signs of vascular disease — and why timing matters By Jenny Peterson When it comes to vascular disease, the body often sends signals long before a serious diagnosis is made. The challenge is knowing what to look for — and acting on it early. Vascular conditions generally fall into two categories: arterial disease, … Read more
Required sports physicals help ensure student athletes are ready to compete — both physically and mentally By Jenny Peterson Before the first ball is kicked, thrown or caught, student athletes must first clear a crucial hurdle: a physician’s exam confirming they are healthy enough to play. Beginning in seventh grade, every middle and high school … Read more
Nurses are a key to expanding mental health resources in many communities. By Jenny Peterson Across many communities, nurses are on the front line of a growing mental health crisis. “Nurses are frequently the first to notice changes in patients’ mood, behavior, coping, sleep, stress or family dynamics, even before those concerns are clearly named … Read more