Smart Living

Working in Harmony: As a backing vocalist for some of the biggest acts of the 1980s, Dolette McDonald has plenty of stories to tell, including what brought her to Savannah.

Doctor's Orders: Dr. Rusty Harrington encourages patients to start the conversation early on stroke prevention.

Infographic: Joint Effort: Take a look at this knee joint as it changes from healthy to later-stage osteoarthritis.

Tomorrow's Treatments Today: Dr. Leonard Henry explains how clinical trials benefit patients locally and globally.

Step Up to the Stage: Performing artists can benefit from musculoskeletal medicine by seeing doctors like Dr. Steven Greer with SJ/C Bone, Joint & Muscle Care.

Quiz: Headaches: Headaches - we all get them, but the type of headache we suffer from may vary greatly. Learn more by taking our quiz.

Food for Thought: Watermelon Salad: Perfect for those warm summer days, this easy to make Watermelon Salad combines refreshing ingredients.

Ask a Magnet Nurse: Learn how certified nurses provide special care in the Neuro ICU.

Super Conductor: Meet Keitaro Harada

Excellent State of Repair: Surgeons offer advanced individualized care for hernia patiens

Defining Palliative Care: A team of specialists treats the whole person

From Worst to Best: What to do after a heart attack

Palliative Care in the Lowcountry: Focusing on the physical, emotional and spiritual needs that often accompany long-term illness.

Quiz: Feeling the Beat: What do you know about atrial fibrillation?

Healthy Recipe from Graffito: Dig in to roasted beets, yogurt and hazelnut salad

Ask a Magnet Nurse: Amanda Broadmann explains how heart attack signs an be subtle, especially for women

Undefeated: Meet the 2024 SmartWomen speaker, Laila Ali.

Fresh Start: How to avoid sodium and preservatives.

Smarter Insights: How does 3D mammography work?

Plant Forward: Diet changes for breast cancer survivors. 

Out of Place: Diagnosing and treating endometriosis. 

Quiz: Treating the Fifth: Learn about human parvovirus B19, which causes fifth disease.

Food for Thought: Tropical Smoothie: A tasty smoothie concocted by LCRP dietitians has powerful benefits. 

Ask a Magnet Nurse: Non-cancerous breast conditions are common and treatable.

Shaping a Second Act: Retirement was just the beginning for one of Savannah's most notable sculptors. 

The Whole Truth on Belly Fat: Losing visceral fat the smart way means looking at the bigger picture.

Aging in America: America’s older population has grown by 38 percent since 2010. So how are they doing? Many are living longer, but with that comes further challenges. Here are some statistics.

Making Headway in Cancer Treatment: How advanced radiation therapy and individualized treatment helps patients with head and neck cancer.

Scoping Out the Future: Interventional gastroenterologists are taking endoscopic procedures into new territory.

Quiz - Active Citizen: Regular exercise isn't just possible for older adults, it's essential. Start separating myths from facts by taking our quiz.

Ask a Magnet Nurse: Vascular Access Nurse Cindy Zambito explains how these specially trained nurses help patients receive meds, nutrition and more for long-term treatment.

Bertice Berry: Professor Of Life: Meet the sociologist who say that how we relate to others will help us become our best selves.

Mix It Up: How to create satisfying snacks that score a trifecta with carbs, proteins and healthy fats.

Off The Beat: Specialized cardiologists can treat arrhythmias.
Finding Thyroid Nodules: Imaging technology helps doctors get a detailed look at the thyroid gland.

Know These Habits By Heart: For years, there were seven top habits for a healthy heart — now there are eight.

Quiz – Smell & Taste Disorders: Why are chemosensory disorders like smell and taste a big deal? Take our quiz to find out.

Ask a Magnet Nurse: Laura Friday explains how an exceptional residency program for nurses means exceptional care for patients.

There's No Stopping Marie: After six iconic decades in show business, Marie Osmond is still ready to inspire you.

Help From Day One: Signs of postpartum depression can be found and managed early in pregnancy.

Treating You Better: Advances in chemotherapy and radiation can benefit breast cancer patients.

A Healthy Wait: Sustainable weight management typically means losing only 0.5 to 2 pounds per week.

Mix & Match: With less risk of injury, engaging in a variety of sports is a win-win situation for your child.

Quiz: State of Awareness: September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Take our quiz to see what you might not know about this disease. 

Ask a Magnet Nurse: As nurses anticipate their needs, new moms feel more heard and understood.

Making a Joyful Noise: Singer, speaker and teacher Kim Michael Polote has made a life and career using her voice.

Outside & In: Check-ups with your primary care physician should include a good look at your skin.

Saving Your Skin: Depending on its type, skin cancer treatment may require surgery.

The Strength to Try: Misconceptions about strength training are causing some women to miss out on its benefits.

Stressing It? Enough.: Managing your stress not only has real health benefits, it can be really fun.

Quiz: More Than a Headache: Migraine headaches are often severe and throbbing and are more intense than other types of headaches. Take our quiz to learn more.

Ask a Magnet Nurse: After serious illness or injury, inpatient rehab can help you regain independence.

Book of Dreams: Children's books author Antwan Eady wants readers to believe in themselves and in a bright future.

Pressure in Pregnancy: Gestational hypertension is becoming more common, but it can be successfully managed. 

A Heartening Trend: Though heart disease remains the No. 1 killer in the U.S., death rates have been declining. 

Center Forward:  Physicians in the new Advanced Thoracic Oncology Center can find and treat lunch cancer earlier. 

Cholesterol: The Good, The Bad & The Fatty: Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that is found throughout the body and plays many vital roles to our overall health. So how can something that helps your body function be unhealthy?

Quiz: Cramping Your Style: Muscle cramps are a common occurrence but they can be quite painful and potentially discouraging. Take our quiz to learn more.

Ask A Magnet Nurse: Clinical nurse manager Matt Nelson explains how emergency departments ensure patients receive treatment quickly and fairly.