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Googling Your Symptoms: How To Avoid ‘Fake News’
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When it comes ailments in the age of the internet, it seems that everyone is a medical expert at self diagnosis. But before you google any further “why does my…

What Vaccines Should I Get As An Adult?
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Children aren’t the only ones who should be following a timeline of vaccinations while growing up- big kids need them occasionally, too! Aside from your annual flu shot every fall…

Cervical Cancer 101: What You Need to Know
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  Cervical cancer, caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), was once the leading cause of cancer death in women. Due to increased regularity of Pap tests, cervical cancer has…

One Minute Fit: Take A To-Go Box!
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One Minute Fit is our new health and lifestyle video series aimed at introducing simple, healthy habits into your daily routine. Brittany Block, Fitness and Lifestyle Coach, shares how you can…

A ‘Diet’ Resolution You Can Actually Stick To
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It’s hard to avoid the word “diet” this time of year. A common New Year’s resolution after a season of holiday indulgence, stories about fitness and dieting seem to gloss…

One Minute Fit: Sofa Squats!
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One Minute Fit is our new health and lifestyle video series aimed at introducing simple, healthy habits into your daily routine. Brittany Block, Fitness and Lifestyle Coach, shares how you can…

Spirit of Giving Holiday Party Ideas
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Seems like it’s always the season to get together with family, friends and colleagues in the spirit of community! Whether it’s an ‘Ugly Sweater Party’, a candle-lit ‘Wine Pairing Night’, or a ‘Dance…

Who Can Help Me in Charleston, SC?
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If you live in or around Charleston, SC, and you are struggling with financial hardship, health issues or personal crisis, there are many resources in place to help you get…

Recognizing Portion Sizes
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When it comes to maintaining healthy eating habits in the US, perhaps one of our biggest transgressions is overdoing the portions sizes we consume. The reality is – it is not often what…

Meal Planning With Diabetes -And A Diabetic Meal Plan App To Guide You
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Living with diabetes – a reality for 10% of the US population – it is often a daunting task to throw a recipe together that keeps your glucose levels, cholesterol,…

One Minute Fit: Dancing With The Stairs!
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One Minute Fit is our new health and lifestyle video series aimed at introducing simple, healthy habits into your daily routine. Brittany Block, Fitness and Lifestyle Coach, shares how you can…

Holiday Depression: 5 Tips to Cope
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Does the holiday season fill you with cheer and excitement for the upcoming year? Odds are, no – not at all. According to the American Psychological Association, half of all…