Monkeypox is the most recent infectious disease to plague the minds of South Carolinians. Monkeypox, while new to the headlines, is not a new virus. The first case of monkeypox […]
Allergy/Immunology
A Silver Lining with the Pandemic
In the past year-and-a-half, COVID-19 has affected virtually every aspect of American life. More than 33 million people contracted the virus and nearly 600,000 died. The U.S. economy took a […]
Charleston VA Efficient, Successful COVID Vaccination Rollout
COVID-19 vaccinations have been highly sought after since the Food and Drug Administration issued the first emergency use authorization for the Pfizer-BioNTech version of the vaccine in late 2020. High-risk […]
HealthLinks Publisher Goes Above and Beyond
It’s a publisher’s job to make sure the magazine gets out on time, that there is revenue flowing in so the staff can be paid and that the magazine is […]
Strange Side Effects of COVID
The major symptoms of COVID-19 are well-documented, and – nearly a year-and-a-half after it began its inexorable spread throughout the world – well-known: fever or chills, a persistent cough, difficulty […]
What’s an Allergy and What’s COVID?
“Is it allergies or COVID-19?” That’s a question plaguing many South Carolinians who are constantly self-assessing their health and the health of their family members during the current pandemic. So […]
Keep your Immune System Happy
The immune system is a truly miraculous system, made up of special organs, cells and chemicals that fight infections and keep us functioning. While there is much focus on wearing […]
It’s Allergy Season
Ahh, spring. So beautiful as the weather warms and the world awakes from a winter slumber. Animals frolic among the budding flowers and the trees’ bare branches transition to green […]
Finding Hidden Allergies
Today, it is possible to control allergic reactions or gradually eradicate them over time. If you are one of the 50 million Americans struggling with yearly allergies, you already know about the usual culprits. Here are some lesser-known offenders worth considering, as well as some surprising new information about penicillin. Let’s start with pollen food […]
Charleston Allergy & Asthma: Don’t Let Allergies or Asthma Stop You!
Gazing out your window, you see the beauty of the spring – the flowers are in bloom, the trees are full and you can almost hear the light buzzing of bees pollinating your flourishing plants. Spring represents new beginnings and the return of weather that beckons you outside. But for some people, remaining active out […]
Surviving Allergy Season
It’s that time again. Warmer weather, longer days and blossoming flowers abound, bringing people out from their winter hibernation and into the glory days of spring and summer. Unfortunately, it also brings some unwelcomed problems for many people – allergies. It’s estimated that more than 50 million people in the United States alone suffer from […]
What to Know About Allergies
Whether we’re talking pet dander, dust or dairy products, allergens are everywhere. For those who struggle with allergies on a regular basis, it can be a daunting experience. Fortunately, there are a number of things to know about allergy relief, and educating yourself for your own sake or your child’s is more important than ever. […]