Category: Health News
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Trailblazing cancer care: CAR T-cell therapy arrives at Roper St. Francis Healthcare
Roper St. Francis Healthcare offers CAR T-cell therapy—an advanced immunotherapy that re-engineers a patient’s own cells to fight cancer, bringing…
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Roper St. Francis Physician Partners gains new talent
Charleston OB/GYN joins Roper St. Francis Physician Partners after more than 50 years in private practice, promising its patients greater…
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Flu season facts from an Infection Prevention Physician
Flu activity is high locally and in our hospitals. Learn from Hospital Epidemiologist and Antibiotic Stewardship Director, Dr. Kent Stock,…
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Epilepsy: What is it, how’s it treated and why hope is a part of the plan
Epilepsy can affect anyone, but with today’s treatments, most people can live full, active lives. Neurologist Dr. Neil Patel explains…
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Acetaminophen and pregnancy: What you need to know
Recent headlines have caused confusion about the safety of acetaminophen during pregnancy. Dr. Lauren Hamilton, Medical Director of Women, Infants…
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Planting hope: Horticulture therapy helps patients heal at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
Roper St. Francis Healthcare’s new horticulture therapy program is helping patients recover from strokes, brain injuries and other neurological and…
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When heel pain hits
Our feet carry us through each day, often without much thanks—until something goes wrong. One of the most common complaints…
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Finding the one: Tips for connecting with the perfect (for you) Primary Care Provider
With nearly 150 primary care doctors, physician assistants and nurse practitioners inside the Roper St. Francis Healthcare network, choosing the…
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Beyond tired: How low iron levels cause fatigue and what you can do to boost your energy
If you’re constantly feeling exhausted, sluggish, or just not quite yourself, it could be more than just a busy schedule…
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Understanding the Mammogram Procedure: What to expect and how to prepare
The gold standard for breast cancer screening, mammography can detect breast abnormalities before they can be felt or even develop…
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