The Dangers of Chronic Heartburn
Many people get the occasional heartburn. Usually, it occurs after eating too much, too late at night, or certain types of food. Chronic heartburn is the occurrence of heartburn symptoms […]
Digestive
Cologuard: No match for a colonoscopy
First published by myhorrynews.com and Waccamaw Publishers in the March 2023 Horry County Health & Wellness Section You’ve heard the old saying “If it’s too good to be true, it […]
What can help my IBS?
Your schedule is packed and you have a lot to get done today, but before you can get started, the abdominal pains kick in. Then the diarrhea or constipation. You […]
Why the colonoscopy remains the best tool for preventing colon cancer
First published by myhorrynews.com and Waccamaw Publishers in the March 2023 Horry County Health & Wellness Section When Dr. Robert Yacavone began practicing in Horry County, the gastroenterologist noticed that […]
Your First Colonoscopy Is Nothing to Be Scared of
If your turning 45, your family doctor should be recommending that you get a colonoscopy screening. Does that sound a little scary? Trust us, there is nothing to fear. This […]
A priceless gift for Father’s Day
If you are looking for a last-minute gift for dad, the Conway Medical Center Foundation has a suggestion for you. Forget the tie or another gadget for the grill. Why […]
Probiotics: Happy Gut, Healthy Life
There are good and bad bacteria in your gut! The foods you eat and chemicals you are exposed to can determine how good or bad your gut health is. Gut […]
Getting to know Dr. Vivek Choksi
Dr. Vivek Choksi always knew he wanted to be a doctor, even though his parents, who are both physicians, actually encouraged him to look into other careers because of the […]
9 New Specialties Available at CMC Health Plaza Socastee
Conway Medical Center is eager to announce the expansion of their award winning specialty care services to the Socastee area of Myrtle Beach. CMC Health Plaza Socastee is now home […]
Signs of Colon Cancer You Can’t Afford to Ignore
No one likes to talk about colonoscopies. It’s embarrassing. Not the kind of thing you talk about in front of your coworkers. However, colonoscopies remain one of the best ways […]
Getting to know Dr. Meghan Malone
When asked why she became a physician when no one else in her family was in the medical field, Dr. Meghan Malone was quick to answer that it all goes […]