HealthLinks Upstate Magazine

15/12/2023

Holiday memories are so special 😍

If there is one lesson the past year has taught us, it is that time with our loved ones is incredibly valuable. For many people, the holidays give us the

14/12/2023

We have a new episode of the HealthLinks Podcast for you 🙌

In this episode, Suzi Megill, Owner/Operator, Health Coach Suzi, LLC chats with host DJ Thatcher about health and life coaching—explaining what it is and how it can improve health and quality of life.

Listen in here: https://www.charlestonphysicians.com/podcast/health-coach-suzi-how-health-life-coaching-can-improve-health-and-quality-of-life/

13/12/2023

What do you get your furry friends for the holidays? 😻

Santa is checking his list and checking it twice to see which family pet has been naughty or nice. As pets make it to Santa’s list and family members shop for

11/12/2023

Tis the season for delightful holiday foods; to the palate, the holidays are synonymous with herbs and spices that bring the Yuletide season to life.

And there’s good news for your health: In addition to the flavor boost, herbs and spices can do much more for your body than simply get you in the mood for a holiday feast. ⬇

‘Tis the season for delightful holiday foods; to the palate, the holidays are synonymous with herbs and spices that bring the Yuletide season to life. And

29/11/2023

It's time for a new episode of the HealthLinks Podcast!! 🙌

In this episode, Paige Crone, the Director of Marketing & Sales at The Peninsula of Charleston chats with host DJ Thatcher about their senior living community which is the only proposed luxury senior living community in downtown Charleston.

Listen in here: https://www.charlestonphysicians.com/podcast/paige-crone-the-peninsula-of-charleston/

27/11/2023

With the seasons changing, do you deal with seasonal depression? 👇

Even when he was a teenager growing up in Greenville, in the 1970s, Henry L. Clark recalls feeling down, listless and borderline sad at certain times every

23/11/2023

From all of us at HealthLinks Upstate Magazine, we want to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! We are so grateful for you ❤️

22/11/2023

Have you ever had hope fatigue? 👇

Lesley Alderman, LCSW, a New York-based psychotherapist, coined the term “hope fatigue” in a recent Washington Post article. She described it as “experiencing

17/11/2023

Did you know you can prepare your pelvic floor for pregnancy? 👇

There’s a lot you can do to prepare your pelvic floor for pregnancy and giving birth. Body Works Women’s Health & Wellness can help you get ready for the

16/11/2023

When was the last time you took a nap? 😴

We’ve all experienced it. That early afternoon, post-lunch lull that can mean the difference between tremendous productivity and exasperating sleepiness. For

14/11/2023

How do you eat healthy on the budget? ⬇

Although inflation has been easing a bit, grocery bills are still high and sometimes eating healthy food can seem pricier than grabbing less nutritious

13/11/2023

Have you experienced this? 👇

When the mental health profession as we know it today began taking shape in the 1950s, there came with it the hurdle of the social stigma – making families

10/11/2023

Music therapy is not just playing or performing music. It’s a neurologically based science that can help patients as they learn to cope with a new diagnosis or recent surgery,” Janelle Mitchell, a music therapist at Prisma Health explained. 🎼

“We might play or listen to music as a way to help a young patient relax and to help us build rapport. Or a patient might tell us how the lyrics in a favorite song speak to them as we learn about what they are feeling.” 👇

When Janelle Mitchell enters the room of one of her adolescent patients who was recently diagnosed with cancer, she doesn’t bring a stethoscope or bandages.

08/11/2023

There's a new episode of the HealthLinks Podcast!

In this episode, Jared Lethco, Owner/DPT, Grace Physical Therapy talks with host DJ Thatcher about the Grace approach to physical therapy and how they are different.

Listen in here: https://www.charlestonphysicians.com/podcasts/

06/11/2023

Did you remember to change your clocks yesterday? 🧐

In 1784, an elderly Benjamin Franklin unexpectedly awakened early one morning in the otherwise sleeping city of Paris. If nothing more than to tease his host

03/11/2023

“As people age, they get more tired or feel less vibrant. They may think, ‘am I supposed to feel this way,’” said Dr. Kenneth Orbeck, the founder and owner of Regenerative Medical Institute, an integrative and regenerative medical center in Greenville. 👇

“In reality, age shouldn’t stop you from living your best life. If you replace the hormones that the body can no longer produce, the body can continue to function at a higher level. Proper diet, regular exercise and balanced hormones are the cornerstones of longevity,” Dr. Orbeck added.

“As people age, they get more tired or feel less vibrant. They may think, ‘am I supposed to feel this way,’” said Dr. Kenneth Orbeck, the founder and owner of

02/11/2023

Do you feel comfortable at the dentist? 👇

Comfort isn’t a word that usually comes to mind when thinking about a visit to the dentist.

01/11/2023

Have you ever dealt with tongue biting in your sleep? 🧐

Sleep is a fundamental component of our daily lives. A good night’s sleep allows your brain and body to slow down and engage in the process of recovery. Your

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween from all of us at HealthLinks Upstate Magazine! We hope you have a day filled with tricks & treats! 🎃

30/10/2023

The opportunity to bring your pets with you is only one of the many reasons The Willows of Easley is a top choice for Upstate senior living.

Whether you prefer independent living or need assisted living, The Willows of Easley not only makes senior life affordable but also strives to make life as normal as it would be in an any apartment or home. 👇

The opportunity to bring your pets with you is only one of the many reasons The Willows of Easley is a top choice for Upstate senior living. Whether you

27/10/2023

Recently, we lost a wonderful member of our team, Bill Farley, who wrote "The Lighter Side" column & touched the lives, hearts and minds of the HealthLinks family. ❤

Until death claimed him on Oct. 17, Dr. Duke, as he was known, wrote our “Lighter Side of Health” column, religiously meeting his deadlines and always bringing a smile to the faces of our editors and readers.

He leaves behind his wife, Judy, and his dog, PAL, and those of us who appreciated his writing skill, his upbeat way of looking at life and his self-effacing attitude.

Farley wrote HealthLinks' "The Lighter Side," but he was a heavyweight in more ways than one.

26/10/2023

When Excel Rehab & Sports opened more than 15 years ago, offering physical, occupational and hand therapy, the therapists there set out to put patients first and exceed their expectations.

“And we thought that was pretty normal in that respect. We didn’t think we were doing anything novel or anything that really stood out different from anybody else,” said David Bright, physical therapist and co-founder of Excel Rehab and Sports. 👇

When Excel Rehab & Sports opened more than 15 years ago, offering physical, occupational and hand therapy, the therapists there set out to put patients

24/10/2023

Have you ever napped at the office? 👇

We’ve all experienced it. That early afternoon, post-lunch lull that can mean the difference between tremendous productivity and exasperating sleepiness. For

23/10/2023

Do you spend most of your day in front of a computer screen? 👇

Although his official position is security/customer service with Prisma Health in Greenville, Harold Moore spends seven to eight hours every day in front of a

20/10/2023

Happy Friday! 🎉

We have a new episode of the HealthLinks Podcast for you!

Listen in as Carrie Boan, Owner, Neurolife Coach, The Brain Diva at Emotional Intel Strategies chats with host DJ Thatcher and discuss brain health and care at any age here: https://upstatephysicianssc.com/healthlinks-podcast/carrie-boan-owner-neurolife-coach-the-brain-diva-emotional-intel-strategies/

19/10/2023

Have you thought about adopting a senior dog? 👇

Was it only yesterday that you brought home that bouncy, four-legged furball with the squeaky bark and the mischievous eyes? Just how long did it take for

17/10/2023

Do you feel a pit in your stomach at the thought of choosing health insurance? Does your head spin when you try to distinguish HMO vs. PPO vs. EPO? 🧐

Health insurance can be anxiety-inducing, but it’s crucial to have in the case of serious illness or injury. That’s why The Insurance Source, voted the best insurance agency in the Upstate multiple times, aims to make health insurance easier. 👇

Do you feel a pit in your stomach at the thought of choosing health insurance? Does your head spin when you try to distinguish HMO vs. PPO vs. EPO?

16/10/2023

Comfort isn’t a word that usually comes to mind when thinking about a visit to the dentist. 🦷

A study published by the National Institutes of Health found that dental anxiety affects an estimated 36% of people in the United States, with 12% of those suffering from extreme dental fear. For many, dental anxiety means delayed or missed appointments. And about 3% of people experiencing severe anxiety may stop going to the dentist altogether. 👇

Comfort isn’t a word that usually comes to mind when thinking about a visit to the dentist.

13/10/2023

When Janelle Mitchell enters the room of one of her adolescent patients who was recently diagnosed with cancer, she doesn’t bring a stethoscope or bandages. Instead, she might be carrying a guitar or the lyrics to the patient’s favorite song. Mitchell is a music therapist at Prisma Health. 👇

“Music therapy is not just playing or performing music. It’s a neurologically based science that can help patients as they learn to cope with a new diagnosis or recent surgery,” Mitchell explained.

When Janelle Mitchell enters the room of one of her adolescent patients who was recently diagnosed with cancer, she doesn’t bring a stethoscope or bandages.

11/10/2023

Senior living being the last stop in life might eventually be a relic of the past.

Whether you end up living to 85, 105 or even 205, Legacy Reserve at Fairview in Simpsonville is not only rethinking senior living but also encouraging people to become part of its community before they grow old.

“We promote independent senior living,” said Anna Bradford, director of marketing and sales with Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park. ⬇

Senior living being the last stop in life might eventually be a relic of the past.