“Family, namely my niece and nephew, are a major motivational part of my life and a major reason why I chose this surgery,” Garner said. He met with Dr. John Scott at the Prisma Health Weight Management Institute, who spoke with him about ongoing problems not just with physical discomfort caused by his disease of […]
Town hall: Wellness, fitness and what it means to be your healthiest you
Damar Hamlin and the impact of injuries on athletes, teammates and fans
Hamlin was given oxygen, an IV and then placed onto a stretcher and eventually transported off the field by ambulance. The decision was initially made to suspend the game during the event, and then later to postpone it and end play for the night. In a truly miraculous turn of events, possible only because of the […]
Medical Minute: Establishing a relationship with an OB/GYN
Experts recommend establishing a relationship with an OB/GYN during the teen years. Consistent access to care can really be key not just for when something goes wrong, but for routine checkups that help you feel safe and secure that your needs are being met. In this Medical Minute, OB/GYN Stella Walvoord, MD, shares what to […]
Five things to know about syphilis
Medical Minute: Flu prevention tips
After a two-year decline in the overall rate of flu cases within the United States, which was likely related to improved hygiene and lessened social behavior during the COVID-19 epidemic, the 2022 flu season has reversed the trend. Flu cases rose in 2022, and Prisma Health physician Megan David, MD, shared information about the 2022 […]