A Roper St. Francis Healthcare affiliated dietitian shares senior-specific nutrition tips Written by Dustin Waters While we can’t redo health

This fall, kids will (hopefully) be heading back to class after an extra-long break from their routine. Try these proactive

A Roper St. Francis Healthcare affiliated sleep specialist weighs in on snoring: when it’s normal, how to curb it and

Going the Distance New research suggests how much you walk may be more important than how hard you hustle If

Summer’s here and we’re all heading outside to soak up that sunshine. You’ve likely considered sunscreen (we hope!), but make

A look at the Lowcountry’s most common pests—and how to fend off their bites and stings Written by Anna Miller

How much do you know about your skeleton—the framework that carries you throughout your days? Here, get schooled on how

After months spent mostly homebound, you may have a particularly strong itch to immerse yourself in nature this summer and/or

Open-heart surgery is the standard method for repairing mitral valves, but for some, a treatment option now available at Roper

About 40 million Americans take a statin medication to lower their LDL cholesterol and reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease.

Summer vaginal health: take care ‘down there’ Summer is a great time to catch up on medical exams and screenings.

Nearly half of people in the United States say the coronavirus pandemic has negatively affected their mental health, according to

Written by Hailey Middlebroook Thoracic surgeon Dr. Adam Mace is on a mission to help relieve symptoms of achalasia, a

Written by Lauren B. Johnson Photographs by Sarah Westmoreland Embrace it! Longer days and mild temps are enticing us all

Written By Molly Ramsey Roper St. Francis Healthcare affiliated psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Coker shares the importance of taking time away

Suffer from Osteoarthritis? Start walking, suggests new research from Northwestern University According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Committing to healthy habits can be hard, especially since some of the weightiest rewards of eating well, exercising regularly, watching

Written by Molly Ramsey Photographs by Samantha Jean Becker Working movement into your time away from work can increase the

Written By Virginia Beard Vaccinations aren’t just for babies. Read on for a list of immunizations your son or daughter

Written by Dustin Waters Retirement provides ample opportunity to pursue your passions, which can yield big benefits for your health 

Written by Kinsey Gidick Step aside, diamonds. When it comes to health and wellness, a trusted OB/GYN is a girl’s

Do you identify as a dog person, or perhaps a crazy cat lady? Or maybe you’re an equal opportunity pet

These are challenging times for us all. Parents are wearing many hats right now, caring for ourselves, our children and

  For many, the new year brings resolutions and the desire to get organized. But for some adults, staying focused