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January 06, 2009
Hospital patients face greater risk of catching pneumonia
Pneumonia may be more likely to spread in hospitals than outside of them.
New study released on Iraq war vets
War vets with headaches may have bigger problems down the road.
Researchers suggest pregnant women eat apples
An apple a day may keep the doctor away. But if you’re pregnant, your unborn baby may get the most benefit.
January 05, 2009
Health & Fitness Festival is this weekend in Florence
The Inaugural McLeod Health & Fitness Festival will take place on January 9-10 at the McLeod Health & Fitness Center.
Study finds breast fed babies may have better lungs
Scientists have discovered another benefit of breast feeding.
Study says cancer impacts your chances of becoming a parent
Cancer may cut your chances of parenthood.
Another weight loss study
A new study confirms restraint is key in preventing weight gain.
January 02, 2009
Breast Cancer: Minimally Invasive Breast Biopsy
When a breast biopsy is recommended for an abnormal mammogram finding, patients may be able to choose a minimally invasive alternative to surgery known as image-guided needle biopsy.
Rising autism rates challenge SC schools
The number of students diagnosed with autism in South Carolina’s public schools has more than doubled in the past five years, creating more challenges in programming and staffing for education officials.
Start 2009 on a healthy note
HealthFinders, in partnership with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, will host a series of seminars in January that aim to help local residents get their new year off to a healthy start.
December 31, 2008
Get your resolution on in 2009
Download our January calendar for some helpful tips on how you can keep those New Year’s resolutions.
December 26, 2008
Amateurs are trying genetic engineering at home
The Apple computer was invented in a garage. Same with the Google search engine. Now, tinkerers are working at home with the basic building blocks of life itself.
Unstructured play important for children
The children who build forts out of cardboard boxes today will be better equipped to be problem-solvers tomorrow, according to a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
December 24, 2008
Another study reveals the importance of sleep
There’s yet another study that spells out the importance of getting enough sleep.
Older adults taking meds is on the rise
Older adults are popping prescription pills at an alarming rate.
New study says living hear fast food restaurants impacts children’s health
Watch out if your kids attend school near a fast food restaurant.
December 23, 2008
New research on migraine medications
If you’re one of 30 million Americans who suffer from migraines, there’s important new research out today.
A warning about weight-loss products
There is no short cut to losing weight.
Pounds matter when it comes to your heart health
When it comes to raising your risk of heart failure, every extra pound counts.
December 22, 2008
Inches AWeigh Body Makeover Program starts in January
McLeod Health and Fitness Center is offering the Inches AWeigh Body Makeover program.
Too much or too little sleep impacts your heart health
There’s more evidence that sleeping too little or even too much may be bad for your heart.
Your heart rate may predict your future stress problems
Your heart rate following a traumatic event may predict the future development of posttraumatic stress disorder.
Video games may improve memory for older folks
If your grandkids play video games, you may want to consider picking up the hobby.
December 18, 2008
Glaucoma can be treated if detected early
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. Although glaucome is not preventable, it can be treated if detected early, according to the South Carolina Optometric Association.
Kids need to eat more fruits and veggies
Many children are not eating enough fruit and vegetables.
Study says wine is good for your heart
A little wine may go a long way in helping the heart.
Face transplant patient is recovering
The country’s first face transplant patient continues to recover.
December 16, 2008
Keeping your blood pressure under control keeps your mind clear
New research suggests an elderly person’s ability to think clearly gets worse as blood pressure gets high.
Death rates from heart disease and stroke are down
A new report shows death rates from heart disease and stroke have dropped thirty percent in the past decade.
Sleep plays a role in healing
A good night of sleep does a sick body good.
