Prediabetes and its risk factors
2024-01-24
By Dee Griffin Prediabetes is a term that is used when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough to beContinue Reading
Columbia VA Health Care System to Host Radiology Hiring Fair on January 22
2024-01-18
The Columbia VA Health Care System (Columbia VAHCS) is gearing up for a radiology hiring fair on January 22, offering career opportunities for individuals inContinue Reading
Merrell Johnson Honored as Volunteer of the Year with Donald-Harding Service Award
2024-01-10
In a heartfelt recognition of unwavering dedication and passion, Merrell Johnson has been named the recipient of the prestigious Donald-Harding Service Award. This distinguished accoladeContinue Reading
Living longer: Benefits and dangers of olive oils
2023-12-14
By Mike DuBose with Surb Guram, MD Olive oil is part of the formula for healthier lives, especially when combined with regular exercise and consumingContinue Reading
Community celebrates Rapid Shelter’s first anniversary
2023-11-22
Columbia officials aim to leave no one behind as they celebrate the first anniversary of Rapid Shelter Columbia with music, food, and a reunion ofContinue Reading
Richland awards Mirci $150,000
2023-11-08
Richland County Government has awarded $150,000 to the Mental Illness Recovery Center, Inc. (Mirci) through its Community Impact Grant. The award will strengthen MIRCI’s accreditedContinue Reading
Your Health in Mind: Physical Therapy
2023-09-07
By Dee Griffin Physical therapy is one very important modality that you should be using if you are experiencing a decrease in movement, pain causedContinue Reading
Your Health in Mind: Understanding palliative care and hospice care
2023-09-01
By Dee Griffin Palliative care and hospice care are two types of care that are often confused with one another. Palliative care focuses on providingContinue Reading
33 strategies to improve your sleep
2023-09-01
By Mike DuBose In our last article, we discussed the fascinating subject of dreaming and how restful sleep is far better than owning gold. WeContinue Reading
Start of school sees COVID increase
2023-08-31
With the start of the school year COVID-19 cases are rising in South Carolina. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said reports ofContinue Reading
Your Health in Mind: Effective tips for restful nights
2023-08-24
Sleep is a key component for optimal physical and mental health. Many people struggle to get a restful night of sleep. Sleep is when theContinue Reading