Nearly 90 years ago, Helen Keller issued a challenge to Charlotte leaders: Do something to help. After losing both her sight and hearing to an illness before her second birthday, Keller spent her life navigating the challenges that come with having a disability. Challenges that would likely never cross the mind of a person without […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 ~ […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
