University of South Carolina and Lexington Medical Center Partner to Train Nurses
Lexington Medical Center to build a 50,000-square-foot building on its campus to train USC College of Nursing students.
Superfood of the Month: Salmon
Salmon is one of the best proteins you can eat. This extremely popular and flavorful fish is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it’s widely available fresh, frozen and even canned.
How to Stay Safe in the Sun
It is important to prevent sunburn not only because of the short-term pain, but because it increases the risk of developing skin cancers like melanoma.
Painful Menstrual Cycles Could Mean Endometriosis
Endometriosis may affect around one in 10 women between the ages of 15 and 44. Many may not even know that they're experiencing those symptoms.
Lexington Medical Center Receives Prestigious Emmy Award for COVID-19 Special
Lexington Medical Center received an Emmy® award for a video documentary it produced about a hospital employee who lost her husband and father to COVID-19.
Trial Provides Successful Alternative to Blood Thinners
Similar to many patients who’ve suffered a stroke, Frank Hallman took blood thinners.
How Much Water Should I Drink In The Heat?
Drinking enough fluids is one of the most important things you can do to prevent heat illness, especially if you are working or exercising outside in the heat.
Back in the Swing of Things After Open Heart Surgery
David Bennett may look familiar. He serves as the district athletics director for Lexington County School District One. He’s also been a high school and college head football coach.
Superfood of the Month: Potatoes
A common misconception is that potatoes are mostly fat and calories, but the truth is potatoes have close to zero fat and cholesterol, and are low in calories.
Lumps and Bumps of the Hand
Whether the lump or bump on your hand is painful or just unsightly, you may be curious about what it is and what you should do about it.
What To Do When You Overdo It
Whether you overdo it working in the yard or working out, your body quickly tells you when you've pushed it too far.
Following the Mediterranean Diet
Diet has a major effect on the risk for heart disease, and healthy eating habits can significantly reduce cardiovascular risk. Use the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid to revamp the way you eat.
New Technology Prevents Stroke in Carotid Artery Disease Patients
Lexington Medical Heart and Vascular Center is using an innovative new technology to help prevent stroke in people who have carotid artery disease.
Incisionless Brain Surgery
Stereotactic radiosurgery can eradicate brain tumors without a single incision. Neurosurgeon Johnathan A. Engh, MD, and radiation oncologist Joshua D. Lawson, MD, explain how the treatment works and the benefits it provides patients.
Navigating the Baby Formula Shortage
Parents across the country are concerned about the limited supply of baby formula. Lauren Matthews, MD, with Lexington Pediatric Practice has advice for parents searching for formula or seeking safe alternatives to their baby's usual formula.
Ask the Doctor: Are Vitamins and Supplements Good or Bad For You?
Many people take vitamins or supplements for their general health or to help with weight loss, mood, strength and other conditions.
Practicing What You Preach in Cardiac Rehabilitation
When it comes to health, not only does Mark Stout talk the talk — he walks the walk, too. As a 29-year veteran in the field of cardiac rehabilitation, Mark embodies a healthy lifestyle.
Helping Our Community Be Well
To promote healthy living and outdoor activity, our hospital provided new water fountains in local parks.
Superfood of the Month: Cabbage
Cabbage provides unique health benefits and comes in many varieties. Savoy, spring greens, green, red and white cabbages are the most common types found in grocery stores.
Oh, My Aching Back!
Most people are surprised to learn scoliosis develops more often in adults than in children. Avery L. Buchholz, MD, neurosurgeon at Lexington Brain and Spine Institute answers questions about this painful condition and shares what you can do to avoid it.
