Lung Cancer Screening Program Saves Lives
What makes lung cancer so deadly is that it is usually detected late, when treatments are less likely to help. That’s why Lexington Medical Center offers a lung cancer screening program.
Caring for Your Mental Health
The percentage of Americans struggling with mental health issues is on the rise, and the stressors of the past year have left many of us depressed and anxious.
Stereotactic Radiation Delivers Quick and Effective Cancer Treatment
Inside Lexington Radiation Oncology at Lexington Medical Cancer Center, precisely focused 3-D imaging targets high doses of radiation to treat tumors in the brain, neck, lungs, liver, spine and other parts of the body with minimal effect on surrounding healthy tissue.
A Day in the Life of a Cancer Nurse Navigator
Alice Green is a cancer nurse navigator at Lexington Medical Cancer Center. She describes herself as a cancer quarterback - but to her patients, she’s much more.
Tackling Breast Cancer with Faith Over Fear
At age 39, Libby had never felt any lump or had any issue with breast health. So, she wasn’t too concerned when she received a phone call from Women’s Imaging at Lexington Medical Center a few days after her routine mammogram.
Ask the Physician: Is Vaping Safe?
Vaping has grown in popularity with young people. But is it safe?
Prostate Cancer 101
What do men need to know about prostate cancer? T. Brian Willard, MD, Lexington Urology, has quick answers to nine common questions about prostate cancer.
Superfood of the Month: Zucchini
Delicious zucchini squash is rich in antioxidants, fiber and water - all things good for your health.
Thumb Arthritis and Dupuytren's Contracture
As a hand surgeon, two of the most common conditions that Andrea Gale, MD, Lexington Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, sees are arthritis of the thumb and Dupuytren's contracture.
COVID-19 Vaccine Helps Children Age 12-15 Return to Normal Life
The social distancing required to battle the COVID-19 pandemic was challenging on children's mental health. Getting the COVID-19 vaccine not only protects their health but helps us reach herd immunity and return to normal life.
New Visitation Policy Begins June 3, 2021
Beginning Wednesday, June 2, 2021, Lexington Medical Center’s visitation policies will change.
Doulas Help Moms During Labor and Delivery
A doula (pronounced “doo-lah”) is a birth coach who helps moms during labor and delivery with physical, emotional and educational support. Lexington Medical Center’s doula program is the first-of-its-kind in the Southeast. Doulas are a free service for women having a baby at our hospital.
Modern Medicine and Mediterranean Diet Help Stroke Patient
Greg Gerrald was home alone in Chapin when he slumped to the floor soon after stepping out of the shower. He'd had a stroke.
Lactation Pod Helps Breastfeeding Moms
Lexington Medical Center is the first hospital in South Carolina to install two Mamava® lactation pods inside the hospital. Lexington Medical Center nurse Deborah Belton, RN, BSN, PCCN, uses one of the pods daily.
Why Women Need Annual Wellness Visits
As Benjamin Franklin said, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Yates Knowlton, Jr., MD, South Carolina OB/GYN Associates, echoes that sentiment.
Superfood of the Month: Broccoli Rabe
Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, has been popular in other parts of the world for generations, but it has only recently entered the United States.
Venomous Spider Bites
Warm weather means animals become more active, including venomous spiders.
Alcohol Use Linked to Breast Cancer
Research shows a clear link between alcohol consumption and breast cancer, but how much is too much?
Donna's Story: Heartbreak and Hope
Donna Fox lost her husband and father to COVID-19, yet the bond she shared with the ICU inspired them all to persevere.
Superfood of the Month: Lime
Limes are high in vitamin C and antioxidants — providing more than 20 percent of one’s daily needs.
