Articles from the current issue of HealthLinks Magazine.
How new technology can help improve the quality of our nights Sleep may look like a period of inactivity, but beneath the surface, our body is hard at work. During deep sleep, about 80 percent of daily growth hormone is released, according to Dr. Dana Blalock, D.D.S., owner of Sleep Better South Carolina. Additionally, the … Read more
By Jenny Peterson HCA Expands Urgent Care Footprint in the Carolinas HCA Healthcare has acquired 17 urgent care clinics across South Carolina and North Carolina, including several in the Charleston region. The expansion is aimed at increasing access to convenient, non-emergency care as demand for outpatient services continues to grow. EMS Expansion Breaks Ground in … Read more
Recipes and photos by Lauren Furey The best summer salads are the ones where you make the dressing fresh — a simple step that instantly elevates every bowl. It’s an easy upgrade that carries you salad after salad, turning peak-season produce into something special. Below are some accessible, chef-approved recipes perfect for first-time dressing makers … Read more
How a local entrepreneur is aiming to fix healthcare Article and photos by Jenny Peterson David Thedinga walked away from a 20-year insurance career to bet on a different kind of healthcare system — one built around prevention, personalization and the idea that better care could ultimately drive down costs. Working out of the Harbor … Read more
Men vs. Women Still Matters in Modern Medicine By Jenny Peterson There are many different healthcare recommendations for men and women, from ideal body fat percentage to how many alcoholic drinks each can safely have in a day. Historically, healthcare has been male-focused. Clinical trials have often relied heavily on male participants, even for medications … Read more
Where the table is familiar and the food feels like home By Hunter H. Kerrison, MHA, MBAPhotos by Jenny Peterson Charleston’s dining scene gets a lot of national attention. Michelin stars, magazine features and Bon Appétit nods are woven into the city’s fabric. While local produce and purveyors take center stage at many of these … Read more