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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
