Grilled Pineapple
June 21, 2018
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD When my best friend from Tallahassee (I prefer to call it Tallanasty since I grew up a Florida Gator) visited me…
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How healthier food choices can help you save in health care costs
June 21, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health News Flash….A recent study concluded that if Americans eat healthier we could save between $21 billion and $135 billion a year…
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LRADAC receives 3-year $150,000 CARA grant to address local drug crises
June 21, 2018
LRADAC, in collaboration with Lexington County School District One, received a competitive federal grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) to focus on the prevention of prescription…
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Palmetto Heart Camden opens its doors June 20
June 20, 2018
Camden residents and others in surrounding communities have a new choice for cardiac care when Palmetto Heart Camden opens its doors Wednesday, June 20. The Palmetto Heath-USC Medical Group practice…
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AnMed Health unveils program aimed at early detection of lung cancer
June 19, 2018AnMed Health has unveiled a lung nodule program at the office of AnMed Health Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, 2000 E Greenville Street, Suite 1100, Anderson, S.C. A lung or pulmonary nodule is…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate recognized for its continued growth
June 18, 2018
Interim recently received multiple awards for its growth and success in serving the Upstate. Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider,…
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BlueChoice® HealthPlan Medicaid changes name to Healthy Blue℠
June 18, 2018New name strengthens the focus on members and a vision for the future Effective July 1, 2018, BlueChoice® HealthPlan Medicaid — a South Carolina Medicaid managed care plan — is changing its…
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40 mindful choices, plus a recipe for black bean burrito bowl
June 15, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Do you ever hear a piece of news and feel good about it? Recently, I saw something on one of my…
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4 ways to plan for rising healthcare costs in retirement
June 15, 2018By Eric Kearney What keeps you up at night? For millions of Americans, it’s the question of how they will fund their healthcare expenses in retirement. A survey from Franklin Templeton…
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“The Power of She” Palmetto Conservation Foundation, Fit Columbia, and Athleta Cross Hill partner to inspire women and girls
June 14, 2018
On June 18, two Columbia businesses and Palmetto Conservation Foundation (PCF) will introduce their new partnership to celebrate women and girls and encourage their participation in active outdoor recreation. The two…
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Preventing and Treating Anxiety
June 11, 2018By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Some anxiety is natural, and it can even help us make wise decisions. Unchecked worry, however, can take over one’s life!…
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Holiday Retirement’s Forest Pines receives Great Place to Work designation
June 11, 2018
Holiday Retirement’s Forest Pines announced it has been certified as a great workplace by Great Place to Work Institute®. The designation was based on extensive ratings provided by Forest Pines…
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Preventing and Treating Anxiety
June 11, 2018
By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Some anxiety is natural, and it can even help us make wise decisions. Unchecked worry, however, can take over one’s life!…
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What’s worrying you? Anxiety and its causes.
June 8, 2018
By Mike DuBose with Dr. Surb Guram, MD Occasionally feeling worried, stressed, and fearful is a part of human life. Some stress can even be healthy because it can…
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Why is healthy food so expensive?
June 7, 2018
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD It does appear that healthy food is more expensive than not so healthy food but what about the cream of the…
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Make momma proud with this blueberry smoothie recipe
June 7, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health The old saying is “Eat like a King at breakfast” and breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Guess…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate recognized as 2018 Top Workplace in South Carolina
June 6, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, announced that for the second year in a row it has been named the…
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Three things patients should know about cataracts
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology shares facts about the eye condition and the surgery used to treat it Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or…
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No fireworks are safe, even “innocent” sparklers can cause serious eye injuries
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology wants people to know the facts about fireworks so everyone has a fun and safe Fourth of July Fireworks injuries cause approximately 10,000 visits…
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No fireworks are safe, even “innocent” sparklers can cause serious eye injuries
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology wants people to know the facts about fireworks so everyone has a fun and safe Fourth of July Fireworks injuries cause approximately 10,000 visits…
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Three things patients should know about cataracts
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology shares facts about the eye condition and the surgery used to treat it Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs nine bills aimed at combating opioid Eepidemic in S.C.
June 5, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster was joined by the co-chairmen of the House Opioid Abuse Prevention Study Committee, Rep. Phyllis Henderson and Rep. Russell Fry, cabinet agency officials, addiction treatment professionals, and…
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Vitamin D for Sports Performance?
June 1, 2018
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD What if you could take a pill, in this case a vitamin, that would prevent a number of health conditions AND…
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Dr. Laura Basile of University of South Carolina/Palmetto Health Richland to serve as March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction chair
June 1, 2018
The March of the Dimes is pleased to announce that Laura Basile, M.D., M.S.P.H is serving as the chair for the 2018 Signature Chefs Auction in Columbia. As the event…
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Aeterna Zentaris appoints Olaf Althaus as General Manager and Managing Director of Aeterna Zentaris GmbH
May 31, 2018CHARLESTON, SC – Aeterna Zentaris Inc. announced that Olaf Althaus has been appointed to the position of General Manager and Managing Director of Aeterna Zentaris GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany, effective June…
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Wake Foot Sanctuary announces first franchise in Greenville
May 30, 2018
Wake Foot Sanctuary announced its first franchise opening in Greenville, SC later this year. Chris Fetter, along with her husband Tad Heineman, are excited to be the first candidates awarded a franchise after Wake…
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Women face higher risk of blindness than men
May 30, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology urges women to make eye health a top priority in May Studies show there is a gender gap in eye…
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Women face higher risk of blindness than men
May 30, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology urges women to make eye health a top priority in May Studies show there is a gender gap in eye…
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Local study participants contribute to the first Ebola vaccine distributed by WHO
May 24, 2018As of Monday, May 21, 2018 an experimental Ebola vaccine developed by the pharmaceutical company Merck, is being used to contain an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In…
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MUSC trustees approve conferring some 644 degrees, welcome new board member, rescind honorary degree to Dr. Bill Cosby
May 21, 2018
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held its regularly scheduled meeting to hear reports on the university’s academic and research initiatives as well…
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New member elected to MUSC Board of Trustees
May 16, 2018
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) welcomes W. Melvin Brown, III, M.D., to the MUSC Board of Trustees, effective May 2. Brown represents the 6th Congressional district of South Carolina,…
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Prevent the Pain of Shingles: Why You Should Obtain the New Two-Shot Vaccine
May 14, 2018By Mike DuBose with Surb Guram, MD Many people don’t realize it, but the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved a new vaccine that is 90% effective in…
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Prevent the Pain of Shingles: Why You Should Obtain the New Two-Shot Vaccine
May 14, 2018
By Mike DuBose with Surb Guram, MD Many people don’t realize it, but the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved a new vaccine that is 90% effective in…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Travis Mize, DMD, MHS, Sunset Periodontics
May 10, 2018
The MidlandsBiz Entrepreneur Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and Stormer. …
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New Doctors Care offers convenient services for USC, Five Points, downtown residents
May 2, 2018
Doctors Care P.A., South Carolina’s largest urgent care company, held a ribbon-cutting today to celebrate the opening of its newest center in Columbia – the company’s 54th location in South…
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Palmetto Health offers free seminars and health screenings during National Stroke and Hypertension Awareness Month
April 30, 2018
Palmetto Health will offer free seminars and health screenings during May to help educate the community about the dangers of stroke and hypertension. According to the Heart Attack and Stroke…
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PruittHealth – Columbia identified as overall 5-star facility
April 30, 2018
Columbia has proven its commitment to a concentrated focus on patient-centered quality service delivery. This unrelenting dedication allowed for them to be recently deemed a 5-star overall skilled nursing center from…
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SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
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SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018
Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
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Providence Health launches search for new market leader
April 26, 2018Steve Selzer named interim leader following Scott Campbell’s resignation Providence Health announced that Scott Campbell has resigned as market chief executive officer (CEO) of the Providence Health system, effective May 22.…
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Palmetto Health recognizes 2018 Palmetto Gold nurses
April 25, 2018
Eleven nurses from across the Palmetto Health system were honored at the annual Palmetto Gold gala Saturday, April 21, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Ranging from areas including Cardiac Rehabilitation…
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Watercrest Senior Living Group and Titan Development celebrate the groundbreaking of Watercrest Columbia Assisted Living and Memory Care
April 25, 2018
The partnership team of Watercrest Senior Living Group, and Titan Development Real Estate Fund I gathered with city officials, development, construction, and design partners to celebrate the ceremonial groundbreaking of Watercrest Columbia Assisted…
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Top National Speakers named for SEMDA’s 2018 Southeastern Medtech Conference – May 2-4
April 18, 2018Conference Registration Surging for Initial Appearance in Greenville, SC as Southeastern medtech industry continues rapid scale up The Southeastern Medical Device Association (SEMDA) — a non-profit trade association focused on…
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Top national speakers named for SEMDA’s 2018 Southeastern Medtech Conference in Greenville, SC
April 17, 2018Conference Registration Surging for Initial Appearance in Greenville, SC as Southeastern medtech industry continues rapid scale up The Southeastern Medical Device Association (SEMDA) — a non-profit trade association focused on…
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Top national speakers named for SEMDA’s 2018 Southeastern Medtech Conference in Greenville, SC
April 17, 2018
Conference Registration Surging for Initial Appearance in Greenville, SC as Southeastern medtech industry continues rapid scale up The Southeastern Medical Device Association (SEMDA) — a non-profit trade association focused on…
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Dubno wins Governor’s Award for Excellence in Science
April 16, 2018
On April 11, Gov. Henry D. McMaster presented Judy R. Dubno, Ph.D., the state’s highest honor: the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Science. Dubno is considered one of the premier…
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MUSC trustees updated on regional expansion; approve new Health Professions dean
April 16, 2018
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held its regularly scheduled meeting to review the education, patient care and research missions…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. establishes Elder Abuse Awareness Team
April 16, 2018Five questions for RCSD’s Elder Abuse Awareness Team director By Chris Carter Writer, editor, and military analyst W. Thomas Smith Jr. has long-been recognized as an expert in infantry…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. establishes Elder Abuse Awareness Team
April 16, 2018
Five questions for RCSD’s Elder Abuse Awareness Team director By Chris Carter Writer, editor, and military analyst W. Thomas Smith Jr. has long-been recognized as an expert in infantry…
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Multi-medication dependent patients live better, longer with Livi
April 13, 2018Pill Dispenser Can Manage, Dispense Up to 15 Complex Doses Daily; Product Newly Available Direct to Consumers People who take multiple medications face special challenges. The risk of missing a…
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