Jul 13, 2018, 10:02 AM
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Lexington Medical Center
Lexington Medical Center is pleased to present a FREE lecture on Monday, August 6 at 6:00 p.m. inside Lexington Medical Park 1 at 2728 Sunset Boulevard on the hospital campus in West Columbia.
Aug 10, 2018, 9:11 AM
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Lexington Medical Center
Lexington Medical Center is pleased to present Katie Willett Dahlberg, MD from Southeastern Neurology and Memory Clinic for her lecture on "Stroke: Think FAST!"
Feb 24, 2020, 9:00 AM
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Lexington Medical Center
When it comes to stroke, think F-A-S-T: facial drooping, arm weakness, slurred speech and time to call 9-1-1.
Nov 17, 2020, 9:50 AM
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Allison Sanford
South Carolina has one of the highest rates of diabetes in the nation, with 1 in 7 adult South Carolinians diagnosed with the condition. It’s important to know the warning signs of diabetes so you can intervene early.
Nov 19, 2020, 1:04 PM
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Allison Sanford
If you’ve been smoking for a while, you may wonder why you should stop now. The damage has been done, right?
Feb 8, 2021, 3:11 PM
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Allison Sanford
Mary Green Brush takes a brisk one-hour walk almost every day, but the walk she took on November 16 brought her down a path she’ll never forget.
Apr 14, 2021, 8:15 AM
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Allison Sanford
Limes are high in vitamin C and antioxidants — providing more than 20 percent of one’s daily needs.
May 21, 2021, 2:53 PM
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Allison Sanford
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.
Oct 5, 2021, 11:42 AM
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Allison Sanford
Lexington Medical Center Foundation received a $100,000 donation to provide blood pressure cuffs for patients in need. The donation will fully fund home blood pressure monitoring systems for patients over the next four years.
May 24, 2022, 10:55 AM
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Allison Sanford
Lexington Medical Heart and Vascular Center is using an innovative new technology to help prevent stroke in people who have carotid artery disease.
Jun 20, 2022, 6:06 PM
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Allison Sanford
Similar to many patients who’ve suffered a stroke, Frank Hallman took blood thinners.
Nov 3, 2022, 10:39 AM
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Allison Sanford
When you have an illness or injury, it is important to choose the right location for care.
Jan 26, 2023, 4:50 PM
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Allison Sanford
When illness or injury happens suddenly, you may be unsure where to go for care, especially if the symptoms seem severe.
May 4, 2023, 2:45 PM
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Allison Sanford
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.
May 1, 2024, 10:31 AM
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Allison Sanford
In addition to general risk factors, such as family history, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, lack of exercise and being overweight, women are faced with additional hormone-related risk factors for stroke.
Feb 27, 2025, 5:04 PM
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Allison Sanford
Despite what you've heard, cholesterol isn't all bad. But having too much cholesterol in your bloodstream can lead to serious problems, including heart attack and stroke. So, what's the right amount of cholesterol?
May 21, 2025, 4:42 PM
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Allison Sanford
A stroke is a serious and significant medical emergency. Unfortunately, it's also an all-too-common one in South Carolina. It's important to know the warning signs and act fast.
