FITNESS & HEALTH

Is Menopause Affecting Your Physical and Sexual Health? Laser Treatment May Be the Answer

With Alyse Kelly-Jones, MD, FACOG, IF, Tryon Medical Partners  Although...

Exercise for Menopause: 3 ways to Adapt Your Workouts after 40

With Philomena Salvemini Hilton, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  Menopause...

When Your Eyes Are Always Itching or Watering ~ Dry Eye Facts & Treatments

Do your eyes itch or water at seemingly the most random moments? If it's cold, if it's windy, if the air conditioning is on, if it's Tuesday. It can irritate you on sunny days, and it can bother you...

Top Gift Pick. This Woman-Owned Local Massage Studio Is Getting National Recognition.

Mood House Hits Record-Setting 700 Monthly Massage Members  Mood House, a modern massage and sauna studio with a Palm Springs vibe, recently hit 700 massage members. The two-year-old concept is experiencing rocketship-like growth.  "We've been floored by the response," said Cristina Wilson,...

There Are New Treatment Options for Uterine Fibroids 

With Jennie Jarvis Hauschka, MD, FACOG Are you one of the 70% of women with uterine fibroids? Many women may not even know they have fibroids, which are benign muscle tumors in the uterus. But for others suffering with symptoms,...

Beat the Burn: How to Manage Acid Reflux

With Lindsay Ostergaard, MSN, AGNP-C, Tryon Medical Partners  In a world where indulging in a flavorful meal is a cherished pleasure, acid reflux can be an unwelcome guest. It's more than just an occasional inconvenience; for some, it's a chronic...

Luxury Wellness Retreats: A Journey to Rejuvenation

Guest Post by Mel Ishage' of Bespoke Opulence In a world marked by constant hustle and bustle, the importance of self-care and well-being has become paramount. Amidst this quest for inner balance, luxury wellness retreats have emerged as sanctuaries of...

It’s Time to Talk About Peripartum Sexual Health

With Lindsey Mosley, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, Tryon Medical Partners  So you’re pregnant and in baby mode. You know the books to read and must-have registry items. But something not as readily discussed is your sexual health during the peripartum period...

Here’s Our Long List of Fall 2023 Walks & Runs to Join ~ Do Good, Get Fit, Have Fun

It's going to cool off at some point, surely. Time to sign up for some Fall 2023 Walks & Road Races around town ~ great fitness goals, great way to build community, and often great ways to support local...

Be Prepared, Not Scared: 8 Must-Have Medical Items for Your Next Trip

Contributed by Carl Hughes, MD in Internal Medicine We’ve all been there – you’re packing for your next vacation and opening your medicine cabinet … only to scratch your head at what to include in your suitcase. Packing the right medical supplies...

Beyond the Bra: Understanding and Caring for Your Breasts

With Philomena Salvemini Hilton, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  Many people associate breast health only with mammograms and breast cancer screenings, but good breast health starts at a young age. From regular screenings to healthy lifestyle choices, there are many...

What is Sexual Health? Q&A with a Sexpert

With Alyse Kelly-Jones, MD, Tryon Medical Partners  When you think about your overall wellness, you probably think about how many steps you’re fitting into the day, whether or not you have a healthy diet, and how much water you should...

Fact or Fiction: The Scoop on Hormone Therapy

With Dr. Alyse Kelly-Jones, MD, Tryon Medical Partners  Menopause often comes at a time of joy in your life – you’ve raised your children, hit the height of your career and have new time and energy to dedicate to friends...

Four Things to Know About Cleaning and Grooming “Down There”

With Philomena Salvemini Hilton, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  Walk into any pharmacy and you’ll see hundreds of products that serve to clean and groom the pubic area. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by what to do, what to use...