Charlotte Edition

By Sheryl Hensel My first thought is……I don’t want to manage any kind of pain, I want to heal it. The National Academy of Science estimated the cost of pain was $560 billion to $635 billion per year back in 2012 which includes direct and indirect costs. Examples such as: days of work missed ($11.6 billion to $12.7 billion), hours …

While many of us are glad to see the year 2020 be a thing of the past, is 2021 the year that you’ll finally look into correcting your vision permanently? Imagine a world without visual limitations; no more glasses fogging up, forgetting your reading glasses, dealing with scratched lenses or struggling with contacts. Quigley Eye Specialists Uses High-End Lasers Lasers …

By Dr. Chris Mulvey, PT The Freshman 15 may be more myth than reality, but it’s an expression that has stood strong for generations. Unfortunately, 2020 introduced us to another phenomenon – the Quarantine 15… or more. We didn’t intend to gain weight, but it happened. COVID-19 forced us to spend more time at home, where we snacked, watched TV …

Here at Wild Lily, our motto is “Beauty, Elevated”. Wild, an adjective describing ‘living or growing in the natural environment’, and Lily, a fresh flower symbolizing purity and modesty, our philosophy is to enhance your natural beauty in a way that’s refreshingly honest. This is why we are committed to excellence, not just in the services we offer, but in …

By James W. Mallonee The holiday season has passed and with that comes the adoption of many animals from the local pet rescue centers. Once the pet comes home, it will have many years of life with its new owner. However, someday the pet owner may die and when that occurs, the adopted animal needs to be taken care of. …

Adult stem cells play a critical role in our overall health and longevity. In 2006 the New England Journal of Medicine stated that the number one indicator of wellness is directly correlated to the number of adult stem cells in the blood stream. What are stem cells? They are cells with the potential to develop into any kind of cell …

SEP’s “Special Election Periods” might save the day. By Ulla-Undine Merritt (Dee) National Producer Number (NPN) 8853366 Medicare AEP “Annual Enrollment Period” was October 15-December 7th for January 1st effective date. This applies to Medicare Advantage Plans and Part D Prescription Drug Plans. If your current plan was Non-renewed – 30.4.3 – SEPs for Non-renewals or Terminations A SEP exists …

By Physicians Rehabilitation Articular cartilage provides a smooth cushioning between bones at the joints. When cartilage is damaged by injury or disease, bones can rub directly against each other, causing pain and inflammation, which can eventually result in arthritis. It progressively gets worse, so treating it is imperative. Can you regenerate joint cartilage? Many orthopedic specialist will tell patient’s that …

Change in modern laws within the last 20 years has allowed marijuana to resurface and make waves in most states due to either full legalization or allowing it to be prescribed through medical means. Studies have come to fruition suggesting that access to marijuana has a direct inverse correlation to opioid usage and overdoses with the opioid overdose mortality rate …

By Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD Taking fish oil? Are you noticing results? When it comes to getting benefits from an omega-3 supplement, taking an effective dose of the right kinds of fatty acids is crucial. Take a moment to grab your supplement, if you’re taking one, and then keep reading to find out if your fish oil is living up to …