Health News For Columbus County, NC
Staying healthy is often seen as a personal obligation. You go for checkups, eat well, and exercise. These habits matter, but they are only part of the bigger picture. Preventive care is more than what [Read More]
Mayo Clinic Q&A: Strategies for Calming Back-to-School Anxiety Patty Miller DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have two sons, ages 5 and 11. My eldest is always excited to start school and have new adventures. My younger [Read More]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has declared August as Tree Check Month for Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB). August is the best time of year to check for adult beetles that have emerged from trees. [Read More]
How to Tape a Knee for Stability Proper knee taping provides essential stability for athletes and individuals recovering from injuries. The technique requires specific materials and methodical application to be effective. Athletic trainers emphasize correct [Read More]
Galangal Root Benefits for Wellness The humble galangal root benefits wellness wisdom that spans centuries across Asian healing traditions. This aromatic rhizome, often overshadowed by its cousin ginger, contains potent bioactive compounds that support the [Read More]
Top Lutein Foods for Eye Health Lutein stands as a critical carotenoid for maintaining ideal eye health. Research indicates this powerful antioxidant helps filter harmful blue light and protects against age-related macular degeneration. The modern [Read More]
Understanding Workers Compensation Benefits Workers’ compensation provides essential protection for employees injured on the job. The system offers medical care coverage, wage replacement benefits, and rehabilitation services under specific eligibility criteria. Maneuvering through these benefits [Read More]
Why Grief Feels Worse at Night Grief transforms as daylight fades. The protective shield of daytime activities dissolves, leaving raw emotions exposed in the quiet hours. Research confirms this phenomenon—the brain’s regulatory systems weaken with [Read More]
Top Traveling Healthcare Agencies to Consider Healthcare professionals seeking travel opportunities face a vital decision when selecting an agency partner. The right organization provides more than just assignments—it delivers competitive compensation, reliable benefits, and essential [Read More]
What Happens When Everyday Objects Turn Dangerous Everyday items like cosmetics, cookware, furniture, and cleaning products are used routinely without much thought, yet they can sometimes become unexpected hazards. Though designed to improve our lives, [Read More]
The state has documented the first case of West Nile Virus related illness in a human for this year. The N.C. Dept. of Health and Human Services said the case occurred in a resident of Durham [Read More]
As summer temperatures continue to soar, the state Dept. of Health and Human Services is urging caution when spending time outdoors or in areas that are not air conditioned. Halfway through the summer season, from [Read More]
THE MAYO CLINIC NEWS NETWORK Tomorrow’s Cure: The Future of Cancer Care is at Home Deb Balzer For many cancer patients, treatment can be an isolating and overwhelming journey — marked by fear, fatigue and [Read More]
PHOENIX — Dr. Allison Rosenthal’s experience facing a leukemia diagnosis while in medical school inspired her to pursue a career fighting cancer. It also gave her insight into aspects of life with cancer for people under 40. [Read More]
Sunscreen Has a Shelf Life and Other Facts to Know Deb Balzer Did you know sunscreen has a shelf life and can expire? Or that too much heat or cold can ruin a new bottle? Protecting [Read More]
Columbus Regional is moving into pain management on the Whiteville campus. Advanced Pain Solutions will open this month. It is a new service line dedicated to caring for chronic pain patients. “This expansion reinforces our [Read More]
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