Articles from the current issue of HealthLinks Magazine.
The gadgets changing how we optimize health By Colby Denton and Jenny Peterson Optimizing human biology. Sounds like something from The Jetsons, doesn’t it? While it seems futuristic and far away, the growing trend of biohacking has been around for years and continues to expand as new technologies, diagnostics and consumer devices enter the mainstream. … Read more
Two new vaccine requirements for SC students for the 2026–27 school year By Jenny Peterson It’s not usually part of the back-to-school rush most families think about first. Between supply lists, schedule planning and last-minute shopping trips, health screenings and vaccination schedules can easily get pushed aside. But in South Carolina, state law requires students … Read more
When it comes to choosing the people and businesses you rely on, excellence matters. That is why HealthLinks is once again proud to present its Best of Healthcare section, a guide highlighting the community’s most respected healthcare professionals as voted on by our readers. This list includes leading physicians and medical practices, wellness experts, mental … Read more
Physical recovery is increasingly defined by motion, not rest By Jenny Peterson When Erin Davis graduated from physical therapy school 19 years ago, recovery looked very different. “The mindset was rest,” said Davis, a physical therapist and director of the Mount Pleasant North Clinic at Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine. “For lower back pain, … Read more
How martial arts helps kids manage anger and focus By Jenny Peterson Martial arts is a centuries-old practice rooted in discipline, respect and self-control — qualities that make it especially beneficial for children and adolescents learning to manage their emotions. “Martial arts is unique to any other physical activity that kids are doing today, because … Read more
Have lunch with someone who doesn’t know what a statin is By Jenny Peterson A few years ago, I interviewed a prominent retired businessman in New Orleans. He had built a large shipping empire, enjoyed the sort of success that earns magazine profiles and was well into his 90s. As often happens during interviews with … Read more