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While every emergency room (ER) visit is different, we hope that this information will help you better understand what to expect.

Find out when you should go to a freestanding emergency room and when it's best to visit an urgent care.

The millions of Americans who will flock to beaches this summer need to keep safety in mind as they frolic in the sand and surf, an expert advises...

Summer fun can quickly fade if water gets trapped in your ear. Here are ways to stay clear of swimmer's ear.

The need for individualized, respectful, and equitable care is paramount for the health and safety of our moms and babies.

Learn about the most common type of poisoning and what to do if you or someone else has been exposed to a poisonous substance.

Colleton Medical Center has added the Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology to our robotic surgery.

Lawrence Conley, DO, an orthopedic surgeon with Colleton Medical Center, talks about common orthopedic issues to watch out for after age 40.

When mental health issues affect you or a loved-one family, access to quality, competent, and compassionate care is key for recovery.

Drew Calcutt, MD, of Lowcountry Surgical Services breaks down the what's, whys and how's of acid reflux and GERD.

Our homes may be our sanctuaries, but they also are where 90 percent of accidental poisonings occur.

Even though colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer killer in the U.S., people still have misconceptions ...

Suicide Prevention Month takes on new focus with COVID-19 related stress affecting everyone differently.

Heart disease is the number one killer of women, but only one out of five American women believe it’s a threat. Ramavathi Nandyala, MD, explains...

Electrophysiologists are cardiologists who focus on heart rhythm disturbances. Know when you may need to see one—and how to get this...

If you’re routinely working overtime and sitting at your desk for prolonged periods of time, your heart health may suffer. Find out ...

Arrhythmia can lead to heart failure, and heart failure can lead to arrhythmia. Here’s what to look out for and what to do if you have...

There’s a close link between heart disease and depression. The good news? Keeping your heart healthy can keep your mood up—and...

Learn how new moms can avoid coronavirus infection and help protect their newborn during COVID-19.

Get answers to common questions about delivering a baby during COVID-19.

Find out more about the importance of well-woman visits and why it's essential for lifelong health.

If you’re struggling to parse through all of the information about the different COVID-19 tests, you’re not alone.

Emergency health needs don’t stop for a pandemic, and neither do we.

Understandably, many people are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety, stress and sadness during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. For...

If you're an expectant mom, you probably have questions about coronavirus (COVID-19) and pregnancy. While it is true pregnant women tend to have...

As more information is being revealed about coronavirus (COVID-19), expectant mothers, understandably, may have growing concerns about their ...