Sheila Roberts was not surprised to learn that she had fibroids, or non-cancerous growths in the uterus. Fibroids run in Sheila’s family and her sister, mother and grandmother all underwent surgical procedures to relieve the pain. What did surprise Sheila, however, were the benefits from the many advancements in treating pelvic health conditions.READ MORE

Vraj Patel, a 2021 graduate of Wilson High School in Florence, kept a busy schedule his senior year. In the fall, he was the kicker and punter for the Tigers’ varsity football team. In the spring, he was the goalie for the varsity soccer team.READ MORE

For many women the thought of missing a hair appointment causes anxiety and disappointment. Who wants to go another week without your roots colored or dead ends clipped? Should women not be equally worried about missing important and potentially life-saving screenings like an annual mammogram?READ MORE

Advancements in prostate cancer treatment offer patients significantly better options. Michael Walters of Fairmont, North Carolina, has benefited from this firsthand. He became a cancer survivor after only 5 treatments, compared to more than 35 treatments with conventional therapies.READ MORE

At McLeod Health, Advanced Practice Providers, or APPs, are key members of the health care team. However, not everyone is familiar with APPs and may have questions about the kind of care they provide, as well as the training and experience they possess to address healthcare needs.READ MORE