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Unlocking longevity: Healthy lifestyle habits for a …

WEBUncover the secrets of longevity with insights from a research study and Dr. Matthew DeMarco. Learn about the healthy lifestyle habits for a longer life and transform your …

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A neurosurgeon’s guide to navigating neck and back pain

WEBDr. Clayton Haldeman provides an overview of common causes and treatments for neck and back pain, explains symptoms that require medical attention and outlines treatment …

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Maybe it’s menopause: Help from hormone replacement therapy

WEBWhen symptoms of perimenopause and menopause begin to impact a woman’s quality of life, hormone replacement therapy can help. Learn more about how these prescription …

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Community health worker helps improve lifestyles for diabetic …

WEBEditor’s note: In light of National Diabetes Month, we’re spotlighting the exceptional efforts of Community Health Worker Kelly Duggins.With the backing of a grant from the Bon …

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The vital role of social connections and active living

WEBThe silent challenge of social isolation in seniors. It’s not uncommon to experience moments of disconnection and solitude, but for older adults, loneliness and social isolation can significantly heighten the risk of serious health complications.

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Welcome to Your Berkeley Hospital

WEBOn October 4, Roper St. Francis Healthcare opened a brand-new boutique hospital, bringing hometown healthcare to Berkeley County Written by Lauren Johnson …

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5 ways to recommit to your health in the new year

WEBWelcome to the new year. Dr. Alaina Payne, a family medicine doctor with Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Primary Care, offers these tips for staying healthy in the new …

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With a happy heart: A Black surgeon’s story of resilience in medicine

WEBEditor’s note: Time Magazine recently wrote about the devastating shortage of Black doctors in America. In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting stories from the …

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The scoop on supplements

WEBCan vitamins and supplements revolutionize your health, or are they overhyped, overpriced pills and powders? Amidst numerous claims, Dr. Matthew DeMarco offers an insightful …

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Strength training for life

WEBRoper St. Francis Healthcare regularly hosts strength-building classes at the Waring Senior Center in West Ashley and the Lowcountry Senior Center on James Island. Classes are …

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The art of listening in primary care

WEBIntegrated Practice Network Medical Director of Primary Care Dr. John Rowe reflects on his father’s impact on him as a primary care physician, challenges in medicine today and the importance of really listening to patients.

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Brighten up your sunscreen routine

WEBOur skin, the body’s largest organ, has cells that turn cholesterol into vitamin D when exposed to UVB rays. Vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin,” is essential for …

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How healthy is your poop

WEBColor: Earth Tones are Healthy. Brown: Poop’s naturally brown color comes from bile, a digestive aid produced in your liver. Brown poop indicates a healthy digestive system. …

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Home Sweet Hospital

WEBRoper St. Francis Healthcare leads an effort to deliver acute hospital care directly to patients’ homes. WRITTEN BY Lauren B. Johnson. Roper St. Francis Healthcare, with …

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Kick Start Your Heart with Cardiac Rehabilitation

WEBIf you’ve had a heart attack and/or heart surgery you know it’s a frightening experience. So, what can you do to prevent a future heart issue? Studies have shown that completing a …

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Supporting breast health

WEBEvery human, no matter their sex, possesses breasts. In fact, male and female breasts are nearly identical in build, with one key exception: during puberty, women develop the milk-producing lobules necessary for lactation. With that biological distinction in mind, Roper St. Francis Healthcare puts forth specific guidelines for female breast care.

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What’s causing my back and neck pain

WEBDid you know that back pain affects eight out of 10 people at some point in their lives? For many of us, back and neck pain is caused by everyday activities like sports injuries, …

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Roper St. Francis Healthcare Board Member Roberta Huger …

WEBRoberta Huger-Pinckney was the first African American woman to serve on the Roper St. Francis Healthcare Board of Trustees. Throughout her career, she worked as the …

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