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
Lexington Medical Center Receives ‘A’ for Hospital Safety from Leapfrog Group
2023-11-07
Lexington Medical Center has again received an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group. This national distinction celebrates Lexington Medical Center’s achievements in protectingContinue Reading
Lexington Medical Center Foundation to Host “Wine on the River”
2023-10-26
The Lexington Medical Center Foundation will host “Wine on the River” at the West Columbia Riverwalk on Friday, November 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. TheContinue Reading
Lexington Medical Center Awards $1,400,500 to Community Organizations
2023-10-16
Lexington Medical Center is pleased to announce it has awarded $1,400,500 to 26 organizations in the Midlands that enhance the health and well-being of communityContinue 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
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