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Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Villa Tronco
Dr. Wild of South Carolina OB/GYN Associates shares his recommended order at “the oldest restaurant in the state of South Carolina.”
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Prisma Health On Call: Answers to your HPV and cervical cancer questions
Prisma Health’s physicians are back — and they have answers to readers’ HPV and cervical cancer questions.
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Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Market on Main
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Farmers Market, assisted living, and more coming to Congaree Pointe
A new initiative at Congaree Pointe, promises to transform Columbia with a diverse array of amenities, including a farmers market, affordable senior living, and more.
February 9, 2024
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What women need to know about heart disease
“It is imperative that women take charge of their heart health today, not only for themselves but for the future of their loved ones,” says cardiologist Dr. Bryan of Prisma Health.
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Try This: Prisma Health’s AED and CPR training
These simple steps could help you save a life in case of a heart emergency.
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This medical practice embraces a holistic approach to well-being
Your Health is hosting a wellness event to help you achieve your 2024 health goals.
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💪 Here are 3 ways we’re staying active this year
We’re rounding up local ways to get moving in 2024.
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Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Pasta Fresca
Dr. Gressette of The Columbia Medical Group shares her recommended order at this family-owned Italian eatery.
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Quick relief close to home: New urgent care opens in Cayce
Lexington Medical Center recently opened a brand new Urgent Care at its Cayce location.
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