Family Medicine of Bishopville set to welcome new patients
July 30, 2018
Residents of Bishopville and surrounding communities will have a new avenue for family medical care when Bishopville Family Medicine opens Friday, July 27. This Palmetto Heath-USC Medical Group practice at…
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BlueCross BlueShield of SC, SC Hospital Association and SC Medical Association sign agreement for an Opioid Risk Prevention Partnership
July 30, 2018BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, South Carolina Hospital Association and South Carolina Medical Association have joined to form the Opioid Risk Prevention Partnership (ORPP), which is designed to advance the…
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Southern Food done Light, plus a Recipe for Roasted Okra Fries
July 26, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Eating a healthy “Southern” diet takes a bit of thought. The Southern diet and Mediterranean diet have many similarities. Most important,…
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CONA introduces new foot and ankle specialist, Dr. Michael Le
July 23, 2018Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates (CONA) announced the addition of foot and ankle specialist Dr. Michael Le to their practice. “CONA is proud to welcome Dr. Le, who brings expertise…
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Palmetto Health named finalist for International Hospital Federation Award
July 23, 2018
Palmetto Health is one of three health systems in the United States to be named as a finalist for the International Hospital Federation (IHF) Award program. The award recognizes innovation,…
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Andrew Vaughan named 2018 Resident Physician of the Year
July 18, 2018Andrew Vaughan, M.D., family medicine resident physician, was named the 2018 Palmetto Health Resident Physician of the Year at the annual medical and dental resident physician’s graduation ceremony Thursday, June 7.…
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The Clinical Research Center of the Carolinas welcomes Kathy Kavlick RN as Clinical Research Manager
July 18, 2018Todd Schlesinger, MD FAAD, FASMS, founder of The Clinical Research Center of the Carolinas, an affiliate of Dermatology & Laser Center of Charleston, announced that Kathy Kavlick RN has joined…
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Bijou Dental Spa Opens in Downtown Greenville to provide clients with a relaxing, unexpected dental experience
July 17, 2018
Bijou Dental Spa opens in downtown Greenville offering general and cosmetic dentistry, facial rejuvenation and spa services to create a more pleasurable and relaxing experience for patients receiving preventive and…
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MUSC granted $1.27 million for statewide palliative care telehealth program
July 16, 2018
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) palliative care program has received a $1,278,000 grant from The Duke Endowment to create a statewide, palliative care telehealth program. Providing end of…
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Carolina Orthopaedics launches 2018 Medical Mentoring Program
July 11, 2018
Carolina Orthopaedics, based in Murrells Inlet, S.C., and providing comprehensive orthopaedic care to the Grand Strand community, has launched its 2018 Medical Mentoring Program to provide high school students with…
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Interim Healthcare of the Upstate announces employee assistance fund
July 1, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, is pleased to announce the formation of the Ray Schroeder Employee Assistance Fund. Named…
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Summer Heat = Need for more water, plus fun ideas to spice up your beverage
June 29, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Water anyone? Our bodies are made up of about 70% water. Water plays a role in digestion, absorption, circulation, transportation of…
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First robotic assisted joint replacement surgery in the Midlands
June 28, 2018
Providence Health performed the Midlands’ first robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery yesterday with great success. This robotic technology transforms the way partial knee, total knee and total hip replacements are performed. People…
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Palmetto Health recognizes Richland Northeast High School for excellence
June 27, 2018
Palmetto Health recently recognized Richland Northeast High School as the 2018 Teen Talk School of the Year. This award honors a school for its excellence in supporting the teen program…
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Kleer recognizes local Columbia dentist as Most Influential in U.S.
June 26, 2018
Kleer announced the winners of its inaugural 2018 Most Influential Dentists in America Program, naming the most influential dentists in each state. Local Columbia dentist Dr. Steven Lanham (Healthy Smilz) was chosen…
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S.C. Free Clinic Association recognized by U.S. Congress
June 22, 2018WASHINGTON, D.C. – The South Carolina Free Clinic Association (SCFCA) and the association’s member clinics were recognized by U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman on the floor of the U.S. House of…
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National nurse licensure compact gains two states
June 22, 2018With state legislative sessions winding down across the country, it appears that two states will join the national Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) that allows nurses to work across…
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S.C. Free Clinic Association recognized by U.S. Congress
June 22, 2018
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The South Carolina Free Clinic Association (SCFCA) and the association’s member clinics were recognized by U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman on the floor of the U.S. House of…
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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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