Health+Wellness

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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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How to Buy Sunscreen – A Dermatologist’s Guide

Jun 23, 2021 | scoop team

With Dr. Erin Hodges With so many choices, how do you know you’re buying the right sunscreen? Follow these tips from a board certified Dermatologist to help you decide. A good sunscreen is a healthy skin essential year-round, but there’s a lot to consider when making the choice. Sunscreen is not a one-size-fits-all since everyone […]


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COVID-19 and Mammograms: 5 Things You Need to Know

May 17, 2021 | scoop team

With Dr. Elizabeth Barnhardt Kirkland Preventive medical care such as mammograms, colonoscopies and annual exams are key to maintaining overall health. Early detection helps people work with their primary care physician to develop an action plan, with the goal of preventing chronic disease. During the pandemic, people chose to forgo their annual exams and mammograms […]


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Best Ways For Charlotte Senior Citizens to Stay Active With Community Groups

May 14, 2021 | scoop team

As we age, staying fit may fall to the wayside as we shift focus to other priorities (playing with grandkids and enjoying some well-deserved post-retirement relaxation, for example). But for senior citizens, it’s more important than ever before to stay active. And working out with a community fitness group is a great way to do […]


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Dilworth’s Chic & Modern Mood House Takes Massage to the Next Level

May 13, 2021 | scoop team

If you are looking for a massage in Charlotte, check out the new-ish Mood House in Dilworth. Designed as a modern massage spa with a Palm Springs vibe Mood House brings a new level of design to our local spa scene. It has a calm, clean vibe with lots of natural light and sleek, Scandinavian […]


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