Superfood of the Month: Tomatoes
Ripe summer tomatoes bursting with flavor and color are delicious, but the health benefits truly distinguish this fruit.
Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreen: Which is Best?
Trying to decide between mineral and chemical sunscreen? Here's a comparison to help you make the best choice for your skin.
GammaTile: New Tech Is Treating Brain Tumors
They’re among the most terrifying words a person can ever hear: “You have a brain tumor.” But thanks to a revolutionary new technology, there is hope.
5 Warning Signs of Anemia You Should Not Ignore
Anemia is a common condition and can range from mild to severe. At its worse, it can lead to serious health complications, including heart failure.
Lexington Medical Center Sponsors Run Hard Half Marathon Road Race
Lexington Medical Center is pleased to be the presenting sponsor of the Run Hard Half Marathon and road races scheduled for November 11, 2023, in Lexington, South Carolina.
Keeping the Beat
Michael Chisholm enjoys his job as a biomedical engineer at Lexington Medical Center where he services heart-lung machines. But he never imagined one of the machines he checks on would be used on him.
Lexington Medical Center Welcomes Inaugural Class of Resident Physicians
This month, 26 new doctors from around the country arrive at Lexington Medical Center as they begin residencies to be board-certified physicians as the inaugural class of the hospital’s Graduate Medical Education program.
Superfood of the Month: Chia Seeds
Looking to supercharge your health? Although tiny in size, chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse.
The Skinny on Ozempic
The countless celebrities who have lost weight using Ozempic or similar drugs have brought a great deal of attention to this class of medications.
Can Cataracts Be Prevented?
Think you're too young to think about cataracts? Think again! Most of us start developing them in our 40s.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a typical part of aging. People with one or more of these 10 warning signs should see a doctor to find the cause.
Preeclampsia is Risky for Mother and Baby
Preeclampsia is a serious medical condition that can develop in pregnant women, usually after the 20th week of pregnancy.
Superfood of the Month: Garlic
For thousands of years, ancient cultures, including Chinese, Egyptian, and Roman civilizations, used garlic as a medical treatment because of its numerous health benefits.
Could Your Belly Pain Be Diverticulitis?
Many people over 40 have diverticulosis, and most experience no problems. About 4% of those with diverticulosis develop a diverticulitis - a painful inflammation of the diverticula.
Lexington Medical Center Receives the Nation's Highest Rating in Heart Surgery
For the second consecutive year, Lexington Medical Heart and Vascular Center earned three three-star ratings from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons for aortic valve replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting and isolated mitral valve replacement and repair.
Why is High Blood Pressure the Silent Killer?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, often has no noticeable symptoms, which is why it's often called the "silent killer." Here are some common warning signs.
Knowing the Signs of Stroke Could Save a Life
As part of what's known as the "stroke belt," South Carolina has one of the country's highest stroke rates. Recognizing the signs of a stroke could save your life – or the life of someone you love.
We're Hiring! Join Us at Our Segra Park Hiring Event
Lexington Medical Center is hosting an all-star hiring event at Segra Park on Friday, May 19.
Superfood of the Month: Bell Peppers
Bell peppers come in a variety of colors and are an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin B6.
Does Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy Work?
One of the newer and most exciting treatment options for musculoskeletal pain is platelet-rich plasma therapy.
