Health News For Columbus County, NC
Many small business owners look at dental insurance as something they can add later, once the company grows. They mistakenly view it as the cherry on top rather than something essential. The problem is [Read More]
Mayo Clinic Minute: Managing Type 2 Diabetes Deb Balzer Three are main forms of diabetes — Type 1, Type 2 and gestational — which can happen during pregnancy and go away once the baby is born. Those with Type [Read More]
The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) expects to process full November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments by Friday morning (today). Approximately 600,000 households should see the full benefit amount loaded on [Read More]
Mayo Clinic Minute: It’s the season for cluster headaches DeeDee Stiepan Cluster headaches aren’t that common, but they are extremely painful. And they often occur during the fall season. A cluster headache is a rare headache [Read More]
A new surgery technique is being used to improve the outcome of prostate surgery in Columbus County. Columbus Regional Healthcare System is among the first in the region to offer Aquablation® therapy with the new [Read More]
A popular brand of baby formula is being recalled due to possible contamination, with a possible case in North Carolina. The N.C. Dept. of Health and Human Services along with Agriculture and Consumer Services are [Read More]
Candy For Pain Relief? 5 Sweet Solutions Compared What if you could cure your pains by reaching for some candy? Chronic pain sufferers with a sweet tooth may be in luck. While your average candy [Read More]
Studies suggest that AICAR peptide may serve as a compelling investigative tool across a spectrum of research domains. Through its potential to engage energy‐sensing pathways, modulate cellular stress responses, and support metabolic networks, it is [Read More]
The N.C. Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced extended hours for NCServes and the launch of AskMeNC, two initiatives that expand access to care for North Carolina’s veterans and their families. These efforts strengthen the [Read More]
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is vascular dementia? Alex Osiadacz An estimated 55 million people are believed to be living with dementia, according to health officials. Vascular diseases contribute to approximately 25% of all diagnoses. When blood vessels [Read More]
North Carolina families who receive food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, will begin seeing partial November benefits loaded onto their EBT cards today (Nov. 7). The N.C. [Read More]
Mayo Clinic Minute: Suffering from Cold Feet Deb Balzer Do your feet always feel cold, even when it’s not chilly outside? While cold weather can be a common cause, persistent cold feet might point to something [Read More]
Mayo Clinic Minute: A cardiologist’s tips for a healthy heart Deb Balzer Today’s age of quick access to information, constant updates on medical advancements and health recommendations make it easy to get overwhelmed. But when [Read More]
State officials are urging parents to ensure their trick or treaters don’t have a special surprise in their candy bags this Halloween. Attorney General Jeff Jackson is reminding North Carolinians to be careful they’re not [Read More]
Mayo Clinic Minute: Are supplements safe for cancer patients? Jason Howland If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you may be considering taking herbal and dietary supplements to help strengthen your immune system and ease the [Read More]
The Health Department said this morning that the WIC food program has been funded for another month. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has provided additional funding for the program, according to a social media post [Read More]
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