East Cooper Medical Center

11/28/2025

11/26/2025

As the holiday season kicks off, Dr. John Cleek explains how small, mindful choices can help you enjoy the festivities without undoing your progress.

Rich, sumptuous meals at Thanksgiving and throughout the holidays offer a way to celebrate, but can be tough for those on a diet. Eating smart can help.

11/25/2025

Cheers to balance! Primary care physician Dr. Sarah Minter shares smart ways to enjoy alcohol in moderation.

Dr. Sarah Minter explains how you can enjoy yourself while also protecting your health. Sponsored by Novant Health.

11/23/2025

11/22/2025

Speech therapy is more than most people realize — it addresses communication disorders, cognition and swallowing. Speech-language pathologist Maggie McCabe explains how therapy can help patients recover from acute conditions like stroke, as well as manage degenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s disease or ALS.

Speech therapy can help many people dealing with many different conditions, including stroke and Parkinson’s disease. Sponsored by Novant Health.

11/20/2025

These tiny pumpkins from Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center stole the spotlight and our hearts this fall. 🧡

11/19/2025

Think your brain can’t keep up as you get older? Dr. Stewart Trimble says the right habits today make all the difference tomorrow.

Learn more: https://www.postandcourier.com/your-best-life/balance-and-purpose-maintaining-good-mental-health-at-55/article_3c5ae9d8-8799-4777-b099-3b4d1d43346b.html

11/17/2025

Menopause brings more than just hot flashes. It can also affect your heart. ❤️ Dr. Kate White explains that most women don’t realize their cardiovascular risk rises during and after menopause, as estrogen loss impacts everything from cholesterol to blood vessel flexibility.

Learn more: https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/heart-risk-goes-up-after-menopause-what-women-need-to-know

11/14/2025

They’re quick, cheap and everywhere—but ultra-processed foods may be doing more harm than you think. Registered dietitian Summer Hudson shares simple ways to eat cleaner without giving up convenience.

Learn how to spot and avoid ultra-processed foods that harm your health, and get easy swaps for healthier, homemade alternatives.

11/12/2025

Your gut health is influenced by everything — from what you eat to your daily habits and environment. Dr. Joshua Watson shares how taking care of your gut can make a big difference in your overall wellness.

Dr. Joshua Watson explains how taking care of your gut health can have big benefits for your overall wellness. Sponsored by Novant Health.

11/07/2025

Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center team members recently participated in East Cooper Community Outreach's Big Dill Pickleball Tournament!

Nurse practitioner Sarah Vogues served up her best tips for having fun and staying injury-free on the court:

1️⃣ Stretch – Warm up to protect your muscles and tendons.
2️⃣ Learn to fall gracefully – Helps prevent fractures and traumatic injuries.
3️⃣ Work on hip mobility – Makes it easier to get up safely after a fall.

11/06/2025

Cold symptoms like sore throats and congestion are common this time of year. Dr. Allen Neilsen explains the best ways to treat upper respiratory infections and when to seek care.

If you've been thinking about if upper respiratory infection treatment is right for you, Novant Health can help. Sponsored by Novant Health.