HealthLinksSC.com | 9 56 | BREAK OUT THOSE DANCE MOVES No matter the style or the demographics, more people than ever are discovering that dancing is an ideal way to keep young, fit and healthy. 61 | MEDICATIONS AND BONE DENSITY Long-term use of certain medications may contribute to bone mineral loss and osteoporosis. Check out some of the culprits. Then talk to your doctor about measures to build rather than lose bone mineral density. 66 | FLEXIBILITY IS UNDERRATED Stretching and flexibility may be the most overlooked and underrated elements of a healthy lifestyle. A stretch a day helps keep aging at bay. 72 | CCMS: FACING THE FENTANYL REALITY There is a deadly disconnect in the community on realizing just how bad the fentanyl problem really is. Experts confirm that the problem is getting worse, and before it gets better, the community has to wake up and become a part of solutions. 76 | LIQUID GOLD FOR HAIR LOSS The use of platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, for hair restoration gains popularity as more people enjoy the results. PRP not only restores hair, it can also prevent hair loss. 79 | AACHOO! The bad news: Allergy season is here and will last longer in South Carolina than many other states. The good news: There is a burst of new treatments and medications, so doctors have many more paths to ease the hassles. 82 | PET NANNIES TO THE RESCUE “No dogs allowed” is less formidable news now that pet owners have more options for pet care while they are away. Meet the pet nanny. 94 | PEACE AND PLENTY In May, when Peace Roseau graduates from MUSC College of Nursing as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, she will have fewer money woes thanks to a $12,500 award. CONTENTS DIRECTORIES Orthopedic. .........................................................91 Chiropractic.......................................................... 92 Pain Management................................................93 IN EVERY ISSUE Publisher’s Note...................................................12 From the Editor....................................................13 Living Healthy Area Events..................................14 The Lighter Side of Health Care..........................65 There's an App for That.......................................70 Unique Case.........................................................86 Charleston Area Nonprofits.................................88 The Pulse on Charleston Nurses..........................96 SPONSORED MEDICAL CONTENT Stretch and Strengthen to Improve Your Golf Game..........33 BY THE NUMBERS Physical Therapy.................................................................22 Chronic Pain Devices..........................................................47 Malalignment...................................................................... 54 Osteoporosis.......................................................................63
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