Apr 13, 2026, 12:19 PM
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Allison Sanford
As pollen blankets cars and sidewalks across South Carolina each spring, many people brace for the familiar sinus symptoms. For some, seasonal allergies can spiral into recurring sinus infections.
Apr 6, 2026, 11:03 AM
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Allison Sanford
The average person spends more than three hours a day on their phone, checking it dozens of times. Over time, the stress on the muscles, ligaments and joints can lead to a condition commonly known as tech neck.
Mar 30, 2026, 3:57 PM
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Allison Sanford
Having a colonoscopy at age 50 was long viewed as a rite of passage; the finale to middle age and the start of one's transition into senior status. But that half-century milestone is now a thing of the past.
Mar 27, 2026, 11:04 AM
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Allison Sanford
Spring in South Carolina brings warmer days, blooming landscapes—and a surge in pollen that can leave many people sneezing, congested, and exhausted, but our state consistently ranks among the toughest places to live with allergies, especially during peak pollen months.
Mar 24, 2026, 3:03 PM
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Allison Sanford
A cancer diagnosis can bring a flood of emotions—fear, uncertainty, and many questions about what comes next. For women facing gynecologic cancers, having the right support and information can make the path forward feel more manageable.
Mar 19, 2026, 4:31 PM
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Allison Sanford
Heart failure sounds frightening, and many people assume it means the heart has stopped working. In reality, heart failure means the heart cannot pump blood effectively enough to meet the body’s needs.
Mar 6, 2026, 11:17 AM
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Allison Sanford
If you've ever wondered whether your child's behavior might be related to ADHD or autism, you're not alone. These two conditions can look remarkably similar — especially in young children.
Feb 3, 2026, 8:44 AM
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Allison Sanford
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women in the United States—yet many women still underestimate their risk.
Feb 2, 2026, 2:22 PM
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Allison Sanford
Lentils are inexpensive, shelf-stable, easy to prepare and packed with nutrients that support heart health, gut health, energy levels and long-term disease prevention.
Feb 2, 2026, 12:23 PM
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Allison Sanford
The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program recognized 76 of the 609 eligible hospitals for achieving meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care. Lexington Medical Center is one of just 43 hospitals recognized on both the “All Cases” and “High Risk” lists in the world and the only hospital in South Carolina to receive this distinction.