In an effort to reduce the risk of one pandemic, some experts fear that another has been left to fester. In 2020, HIV testing numbers were down significantly, and, while […]
Charleston Health Articles
Can Inflammation be a Good Thing?
Inflammation – the name alone carries visions of redness, swelling, hurting bones and joints and a human body yelling for help. But inflammation is not only a friend to your […]
Innovations at MUSC
Anyone who has spent some time in Charleston is certainly aware of the Medical University of South Carolina’s presence here. From the towers that mark their location on the outskirts […]
2021 Health-Related Gift Guide
KG FURRY BOMBER HAT $19.99 Kendallgray1.com This comfy hat is perfect for the outdoors come winter and is styled with camo exterior and rimmed in faux fur. Young people are […]
Those Who Never Retire
It is a well-known fact that a successful career provides a sense of accomplishment and personal satisfaction; therefore, the concept of “never retiring” is likely not surprising to most people. […]
The Importance of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is an essential element of our bodies’ infrastructure, protecting our bones, skeletal and muscle health – and yet 42% of us are deficient. You may be thinking you […]
Health Benefits of Walking
From power walkers to dog walkers to seniors and couples, walking is in. The activity became one of the few things people could do to get out of the house […]
Former Inmates Find a New Lease on Life
Have you ever tried to break a bad habit? Whether it’s nail biting or online shopping, chances are there’s a habit you’d change if you could. Maybe you’ve even tried […]
The Benefits of Hospice Care
Hospice care for a loved one is not something many people want to consider or even think about. Even the word itself can make you feel suddenly helpless to prevent […]
Homeless Seniors
The number of older people experiencing homelessness is on the rise. The nightmare scenario can happen somewhat unexpectedly at an age where financial recovery is challenging – extended health problems […]
Medications with a Goal to be Seizure Free
What exactly is epilepsy, besides a disease that most people associate with seizures? Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that involves seizures, during which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing periods of […]
Balance is Important as We Age
As a master personal trainer and performance coach, I’ve served as head strength coach to many teams, agencies and showcase athletes. However, I had an experience many years ago that […]