Local health news and wellness coverage relevant to Beaufort and the Lowcountry community. Includes updates on public health initiatives, healthcare providers, hospital news, wellness resources, mental and physical health trends, community events, and health alerts affecting residents and families in Beaufort County and nearby coastal communities.
Amino acids are small compounds that your body uses to build protein. Protein, in turn, helps your body build muscle, repair tissue and stay strong and healthy.
Amino acids: what are they, and why do they matter? Read More »
Staying active isn’t just about fitness – it’s also about freedom.
The science of staying active, strong and injury-free Read More »
Beaufort Memorial has appointed an experienced – and familiar – nurse leader as the expanding health system’s first Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO).
Beaufort Memorial appoints veteran Hildreth as 1st Assistant Chief Nursing Officer Read More »
During her 30 years at Beaufort Memorial, ICU nurse Candice “Candy” Chappell, BSN, RN, has cared for countless patients and their families, offering steadiness in some of their most vulnerable, emotional moments.
Beaufort Memorial has welcomed a new Chief Nursing Officer.
BMH announces new Chief Nursing Officer Read More »
Beaufort Memorial is inviting local high school students inside its doors with the return of the Rising Star Youth Volunteer program, an immersive summer experience designed to spark future careers in healthcare.
High school students invited to explore healthcare careers with ‘Rising Star’ program Read More »
The Beaufort Memorial Foundation brought the sights, sounds and flavors of the Amalfi Coast to downtown Beaufort on Saturday, Feb. 7, as Tabby Place set the stage for the 37th annual Valentine Ball: an evening celebrating generosity, community and a shared commitment to local healthcare.
Valentine Ball marks 37 years of community support for Beaufort Memorial Foundation Read More »
Tendons connect muscles to bones, and tendinitis occurs when a tendon becomes inflamed. When this affects the Achilles tendon, it’s known as Achilles tendinitis — a common injury that can make walking, running, jumping, and climbing painful.
When tender tendons mean something more Read More »
Facing a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, and it’s natural to feel fear, uncertainty and sadness. Yet many patients and survivors point to one thing that makes a real difference in their overall well-being: optimism.
According to the Urology Care Foundation, more than 500,000 American men undergo a vasectomy every year. This common form of birth control is effective at preventing pregnancy, but what happens if you change your mind?
Is a vasectomy reversible? Read More »
