Seasonal Allergies, Blepharitis & Dry Eyes
Together, seasonal allergies, blepharitis and dryness can make for some very unhappy eyes. Blepharitis (pronounced blef-uh-RYE-tis) is a chronic condition that causes the eyelids to become swollen, irritated and sometimes…
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What is “Tech Neck?”
The human head weighs around 10-12 pounds, gracefully balanced on our cervical spine. A tremendous amount of strain is put on this region, especially looking at computers, mobile phones and…
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Flu and Measles Update
Measles has been mentioned frequently in the news media this season. There are 933 cases in the South Carolina measles outbreak, that state’s Department of Public Health reported on Feb.…
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Lecture: Innovations in Joint Health
Please join us at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at the Cultural Center Theatre, for the next lecture in the 2026 Medical Center Lecture Series, when James Voos, M.D.,…
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Eight Ways to Love Your Heart
February is American Heart Month, and heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Some risk factors such as genetics and age are beyond your control;…
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What is Your 2024 Health Goal?
Bring in the New Year with a renewed commitment to achieving a health goal. Start with small strides and keep building to attain your goal. Common goals are exercise, daily…
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Lecture Series: Atrial Fibrillation: Implications, Options
Please join us at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9 in the Cultural Center Theatre for “Atrial Fibrillation: Implications and Therapeutic Options: Where are We Going?” presented by Walid Saliba, M.D.…
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Happy Holidays from the Medical Center
There are many things to be grateful for this time of year, including our families, friends and our health. The Administrative and Medical staff of the Medical Center wish you…
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’Tis the Season for Germs
Everything we come in contact with has germs, and during the busy Holidays it’s easy to forget the most basic preventative health measures – like handwashing. The Centers for Disease…
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New Podiatry Services at the Medical Center
The Medical Center’s Visiting Specialist program is pleased to announce the addition of Brigette Smith, DPM. Dr. Smith will begin seeing patients on January 10, 2024. You can find her…
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