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45 Is the New 50. 4 Things to Know before a Colonoscopy

Nov 15, 2021 | scoop team

With of Dr. Amit Aravapalli and Dr. Eric G. Hilgenfeldt of Tryon Medical Partners As we age, colonoscopies are a right of passage. The procedure screens for colorectal cancer and the polyps that can become cancerous over time. And they’re common.  Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer in the U.S. (aside from […]


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Safety Apps and Gear for Women Walking or Running in Charlotte

Nov 1, 2021 | Veronica LeMaster

Charlotte is home to a variety of running and walking trails, from loops like the Little Sugar Creek Greenway and the Trolley Trail, to running Uptown and SouthEnd. Unfortunately, running for women isn’t the safest activity. Runners World Magazine surveyed its readers and found that a staggering 60% of women have experienced some variety of harassment while running. A […]


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When You Need More Than A Massage

Oct 14, 2021 | scoop team

We all know Massage Envy offers an array of massages, with several options to personalize your treatment based on your needs. Each massage session starts with a conversation with the massage therapist, who looks to understand your needs and then pull from various massage types, and incorporate elements of them in to your massage ~ […]


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How Often Do You Really Need a Pap Smear?

Oct 13, 2021 | scoop team

With Dr. Jennie Hauschka, Tryon Medical Partners Speculating on how often you need to embrace the speculum? Even if you’ve been having Pap smears for years, new recommendations could mean changes to the way you should be getting tested.  As personal as a Pap smear is, many women know surprisingly little about why they’re necessary […]


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Your Heart Health Starts Young. Here Are 4 Practices to Implement Today

Sep 19, 2021 | scoop team

With Dr. Sanjay C. Patel, Tryon Medical Partners As COVID-19 continues to proliferate, you might feel like we’ve been weathering this pandemic for a long time. But Tryon Medical Partners cardiologist Dr. Sanjay C. Patel would argue we’ve been enduring another pandemic, one predating COVID-19.  The pandemic Dr. Patel refers to is the #1 killer […]


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16 Fall 2021 Walks & Runs to Join in Charlotte

Aug 21, 2021 | scoop team

Saturday, September 4, 2021 – USNWC Labor Day Trail Race Jumpstart the holiday weekend with a 5K or the 15K trail race. Last day to pre-register is September 2, 2021. $35 – $45 Sunday, September 5, 2021 – Around the Crown 10K Experience Charlotte at 5 mph, not 50 mph. Starting and finishing at First Ward Park, […]


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Where to Boat, Paddle & Kayak Around Charlotte

Aug 19, 2021 | Veronica LeMaster

Even though summer is coming to an end, early Autumn can be the best time outdoors in the QC. Charlotte is surrounded by lakes, rivers, and streams, making it easy to get on the water for a fall weekend adventure. If you’ve been looking where to boat, paddle, or kayak, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled […]


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The Pros and Cons of Cologuard®: Is It Right for You?

Aug 15, 2021 | scoop team

With Dr. Amit Aravapalli You may be interested in the convenience that Cologuard® advertisements tout, but is it right for you? Here are the pros and cons every person should know about Cologuard. Statistics show that colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths among men and women combined. Fortunately, it can […]


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Get Back to Reality with These Specials from Charlotte Fitness Studios

Aug 2, 2021 | scoop team

Y2 Yoga New Client 3 week unlimited special for $39. BUY HERE. New to Y2? Try them out with this New Client special! Locations in Dilworth and Cotswold. Plus video classes on demand and live streaming. Lots of classes and times to choose from between the two studios. Use their easy flow chart to figure […]


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Would My Doctor Recommend Acupuncture?

Jul 26, 2021 | scoop team

With Tryon Medical Partners Many patients assume conversations about “alternative” medicine are not a fit for their primary care provider. So should a treatment like acupuncture have a place in your health routine? We asked Tryon Medical Partners to weigh in. Both Western science and traditional Chinese acupuncture have the same goal of improving a […]


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The 24 Hours of Booty in 2021. What You Need to Know About the QC’s Favorite Fundraiser

Jul 17, 2021 | scoop team

This year, 24 Hours of Booty celebrates their 20th Year of riding the booty loop in Myers Park to raise funds for partners Atrium Health’s Levine Cancer Institute, Levine Children’s Hospital, and other organizations committed to providing supportive oncology resources to our local cancer community. 24 Hours of Booty, taking place both in-person on the […]


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Spotting Orthopedic Issues in Your Elderly Relatives (Plus Elder-proofing Your Home)

Jul 12, 2021 | scoop team

Now that we’re vaccinated against COVID-19, we’re doing something we’ve wanted to do since the beginning of quarantine — give Grandma a giant hug. Many people are seeing their elderly relatives and friends for the first time in more than a year, and these joyful reunions are a great time to check in on their […]


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