Ophthalmologists say 90 percent of work-related eye injuries can be avoided by wearing eye protection
March 15, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology urge making eye health part of a daily work wellness routine On-the-job safety goes well beyond avoiding slips,…
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Ophthalmologists say 90 percent of work-related eye injuries can be avoided by wearing eye protection
March 15, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology urge making eye health part of a daily work wellness routine On-the-job safety goes well beyond avoiding slips,…
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Lexington Medical Center becomes first hospital in South Carolina to implant Micra™ Wireless Pacemaker
March 14, 2017
Lexington Medical Center has become the first hospital in South Carolina to implant a new wireless pacemaker known as Micra™ into a patient to fix a slow heartbeat. Called the…
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Dr. Mazzei completes one of the first procedures in the US using the FlexAbility™ Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled™
March 14, 2017
Dr. Robert Mazzei of Columbia Heart Clinic is one of the first cardiologists in the US to utilize the FlexAbility™ Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled™, designed to improve the versatility and…
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Palmetto Health provides “Springing Forward Sleep Tidbits” to help you sleep better
March 13, 2017
By Antoinette Williams Rutherford, M.D., Palmetto Health-USC Medical Group Since everyone had to adjust to the time change over the weekend, Antoinette Williams Rutherford, M.D., Palmetto Health-USC Medical Group sleep…
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Palmetto Health recognizes March as National Athletic Trainers Month
March 13, 2017
March is National Athletic Trainers Month, and Palmetto Health encourages community members to learn the importance of athletic trainers for a safer approach to work, life and sport. Athletic trainers…
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MUSC Children’s Health participating in national effort to improve patient safety in children’s hospitals
March 9, 2017
MUSC Children’s Health is participating in a first-of-its-kind effort by 110+ children’s hospitals across the country and Canada to improve patient safety called Solutions for Patient Safety (SPS). Leading the…
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Lexington County students express the Art of Healing
March 8, 2017Nine Lexington County high school students have received prizes and awards in the 8th annual “Art of Healing,” a juried art competition for Lexington County high school students sponsored by…
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Steri-Clean® franchise opens first South Carolina location
March 8, 2017Steri-Clean®, the award winning company helping to reduce the trauma associated with the difficult task of cleaning crime and trauma scenes, infectious diseases and hoarding homes, today announced the upcoming…
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Steri-Clean® franchise opens first South Carolina location
March 8, 2017
Steri-Clean®, the award winning company helping to reduce the trauma associated with the difficult task of cleaning crime and trauma scenes, infectious diseases and hoarding homes, today announced the upcoming…
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Support GHS Children’s Hospital with pancakes on March 7
March 6, 2017
IHOP’s 12th annual National Pancake Day campaign is coming up March 7 to benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, including the Children’s Hospital of Greenville Health System. The restaurant chain’s goal…
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DHEC encourages South Carolinians to take precautions against Zika at home and abroad
March 2, 2017As springtime approaches, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is urging residents to take precautions now at home or while traveling to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses like Zika.…
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DHEC encourages South Carolinians to take precautions against Zika at home and abroad
March 2, 2017
As springtime approaches, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is urging residents to take precautions now at home or while traveling to prevent mosquito-borne illnesses like Zika.…
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South Carolina United Teal & White coalition raises cervical cancer awareness
February 27, 2017More than 100 members of the South Carolina United Teal & White initiative demonstrated their support for cervical cancer awareness and prevention January 18th at the South Carolina State House…
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South Carolina United Teal & White coalition raises cervical cancer awareness
February 27, 2017More than 100 members of the South Carolina United Teal & White initiative demonstrated their support for cervical cancer awareness and prevention January 18th at the South Carolina State House…
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Palmetto Health statement on Sisters of Charity lawsuit
February 27, 2017
In August 2016, the Sisters of Charity of Cleveland, Ohio, the former owners of Providence Hospitals, filed a lawsuit against Palmetto Health related to the orthopedic physicians and their practice…
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How to Get Excellent Care from Your Doctor: Tips That Could Save Your Life!
February 23, 2017
By Mike DuBose with Blake DuBose and Dr. Surb Guram, MD At your last doctor’s appointment, you likely spent about a fourth of the time actually speaking with your…
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First Choice member scholarship applications due March 15
February 21, 2017
First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina is offering two scholarships to qualified applicants who are furthering their education or pursuing a second career in 2017. The annual First…
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First Choice member scholarship applications due March 15
February 21, 2017
First Choice by Select Health of South Carolina is offering two scholarships to qualified applicants who are furthering their education or pursuing a second career in 2017. The annual First…
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O2 Fitness Clubs to offer free weekend of fitness to keep South Carolina hearts beating
February 20, 2017O2 Fitness Clubs will offer a free weekend of fitness February 24-26 to celebrate and promote Lowcountry heart health during American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of…
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The Endurance Athlete’s Guide to Fueling Early in the Season
February 17, 2017
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD LD, Sports Dietitian, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Elite Nutrition & Performance You have your race calendar all mapped out with you’re A race and all…
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Community members encouraged to become local lifesavers
February 16, 2017
The city of Columbia and Mayor Steve Benjamin are once again teaming up with the American Red Cross in hopes of saving thousands of lives at the annual ‘Hoop It…
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SCAHU’s Annual Symposium
February 16, 2017
The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) held its Annual Symposium on January 26-27 in Columbia, SC. The theme of the meeting was “Preparing for the Future, Back to…
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FirstString research wins Tibbetts award from US Small Business Administration
February 15, 2017The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) awarded the Tibbetts Award to FirstString Research at a ceremony in the White House on Jan. 10. The Tibbetts Award honors Small Business Innovation…
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Medically underserved citizens now have help in Pickens County SC and Tri-City area
February 13, 2017
Foothills Community Health Care, (FCHC), is growing with our new location is in Easley, SC. Our first location is in Clemson, SC and has been serving residents in Pickens, Oconee,…
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Palmetto Health is first health care system in the Midlands to implant CardioMEMS™ Heart Failure Management System
February 13, 2017
Palmetto Health is first health care system in the Midlands to implant the CardioMEMS™ Heart Failure System.The miniature wireless system enables congestive heart failure patients to be remotely monitored in…
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Eau Claire Cooperative Health Center announces West Columbia expansion
February 9, 2017
Eau Claire Cooperative Health Center (ECCHC) has begun breaking ground on a new approximately 6,700 square foot primary care center in the Cayce/West Columbia. The new primary care health center…
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Perform Like a Pro: Power Boosting Leg and Core Workout
February 9, 2017
By Hannah Giangaspro Exercise Science and Nutrition Intern Bikers, swimmers, and runners… that means you! When I first started competitive running six years ago, I thought the key to…
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A Conversation with Wayne Roper of SCBIO
February 9, 2017
By Alan Cooper Wayne Roper is the president of SCBIO, the South Carolina voice of the life science community. SCBIO supports the innovators and manufacturers of advanced medicines, medical…
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Study finds tube placement may not be necessary for treating upper GI bleeds
February 7, 2017A study published in the February issue of General Internal Medicine suggests that for many of the millions of patients treated annually in hospitals for upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, there…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Dr. Leslie Pitner
February 6, 2017
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…
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Matt Klein joins MUSC as chief information security officer
February 6, 2017
Matt Klein has joined MUSC as the new Chief Information Security Officer for Information Solutions. He brings 20 years of experience to the organization, having served as an IT and…
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Guard your heart On Valentine’s Day with the love of a dog
February 6, 2017
Dogs are affectionately called man’s best friend. But did you know their companionship also offers benefits for your heart health? Studies show a canine companion can help with everything from…
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Do I Really Need A Post-Workout Snack?
February 3, 2017
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD LD, Sports Dietitian, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Elite Nutrition & Performance Do I Really Need A Post-Workout Snack? So you want to know if you…
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Palmetto Health offers several options for patients who are sick or injured and need same-day care
February 2, 2017
Palmetto Health now has a fast, more convenient way to get treatment for non-emergency needs when your doctor is not readily available. Patients can now use their smart phone, tablet…
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Clemson to expand nursing education with GHS to meet skyrocketing health needs
January 30, 2017
National nursing shortage projected in 2020, local effects already being felt In the latest example of its growing collaboration with Greenville Health System (GHS), Clemson University will expand its…
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Salmon With Quinoa Salad
January 27, 2017
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD LD, Sports Dietitian, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Elite Nutrition & Performance It’s the dead of winter, yet the weather makes it feel like its springtime!…
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Columbia Heart launches redesigned, more patient-friendly website
January 27, 2017
Today, Columbia Heart announced the launch of their redesigned, more patient-friendly website. Additional features have been added to make the website a full-service resource for the public, referring doctors and…
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First Watchman LAA closure device in the Midlands implanted today by Providence Health
January 25, 2017Today Providence Health implanted the first newly approved WATCHMAN device in the Midlands, designed for patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (A-fib). People with A-fib have a five times greater risk…
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Lexington Medical Center accepting applications for 2017 Partners Program
January 25, 2017
Lexington Medical Center is accepting applications for the 2017 Partners Program, a summer internship for Lexington County high school students that introduces them to careers in the health care industry.…
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Interim Healthcare launches in-home hospice services in Oconee County
January 23, 2017
Interim Healthcare, a locally owned and operated agency that specializes in providing high quality, in-home healthcare to Upstate South Carolina residents, has started delivering in-home hospice care to residents of…
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USC researchers discover new subtype of cervical cancer
January 23, 2017A team of University of South Carolina scientists led by assistant research professor Carolyn Banister and associate professor Phillip Buckhaults has discovered a new subtype of cervical cancer that…
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Aflac provides scholarship funds for the USC School of Medicine Greenville
January 23, 2017
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 33 percent of American adults are considered obese. In addition, “obesity-related conditions include heart disease, stroke, type 2…
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Aflac provides scholarship funds for the USC School of Medicine Greenville
January 23, 2017
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 33 percent of American adults are considered obese. In addition, “obesity-related conditions include heart disease, stroke, type 2…
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Healthy Learners announces new Program Manager
January 23, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – Healthy Learners welcomes Jennifer Cooke as its new program manager for Healthy Learners Midlands. As a registered nurse with a varied professional and educational background, Cooke is…
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Healthy Learners announces new Program Manager
January 23, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Healthy Learners welcomes Jennifer Cooke as its new program manager for Healthy Learners Midlands. As a registered nurse with a varied professional and educational background, Cooke is…
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Early Detection Critical to Treating Glaucoma
January 18, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology remind the public of the importance of eye exams Glaucoma is a major cause of vision loss worldwide.…
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Early Detection Critical to Treating Glaucoma
January 18, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology remind the public of the importance of eye exams Glaucoma is a major cause of vision loss worldwide.…
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Baptist Easley opens new medical facility at Patrick Square
January 17, 2017
Baptist Easley is making high quality care more convenient for the Clemson community with the opening of a new medical facility. Baptist Easley at Patrick Square opens today and features…
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Local orthodontist dispels myths and reveals how a smile can change lives in new book
January 17, 2017Unleash the transformational power of your smile New book dispels myths about orthodontics & reveals how a smile can change lives COLUMBIA, S.C. – A smile seems like such a…
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