Immunization, Neurosurgery & Neurology Awareness articles.
Influenza (flu) • All adults, regardless of age, should receive the vaccine. • It’s given once a year because the virus changes itself. • Seniors are most vulnerable. • The flu can lead to hospitalization and even death. • Studies show the vaccination can reduce the risk of illness by 40% to 60%. Pneumococcal vaccine … Read more
For Trident Medical Center intensive care unit nurse Stephanie Skal, RN, the hashtag #carelikefamily is personal. Last year, during the peak of COVID, she had emergency brain surgery and spent time recovering in the ICU – the department where she had helped countless other patients experiencing life-threatening and life-changing health events. “Although I was scared, … Read more
As many as 1 million Americans live with Parkinson’s disease, which is more than the combined number of people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and Lou Gehrig’s disease. In the Carolinas, some 34,000 people are living with the disabling disease alone. “Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative condition after Alzheimer’s,” explained John Lehr, […]
In South Carolina, the Department of Health and Environmental Control offers numerous services to its residents. From health screenings and immunizations to medications and support for lower-income families, the Health Departments in South Carolina are something all residents should be aware of. DHEC’s Lowcountry region serves 1.2 million residents with 20 clinics in 11 counties […]
What is Influenza (Also Called Flu)? The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent seasonal flu is by getting a seasonal flu vaccination each year. Every year in the United States, on average: […]