Calm in the storm

Neuro ICU nurse describes her work.

A rainbow on your plate

Have you ever heard the phrase “eat a rainbow a day?”

$569,000 in grants awarded for health initiatives

Spartanburg Regional Foundation awards annual grants

Top rated diets dish up heart health

Easy ways to change up your diet for a happier, healthier heart

New emergency procedure saves lives when minutes matter

REBOA raises the bar in trauma care

“There is no greater joy than to help someone in need”

Employees giving back to Spartanburg Regional in 2017

“I feel like I have a second chance at life”

Heart attack changed survivor’s outlook

New officers, board members join the Spartanburg Regional Foundation board

It takes a strong team to contribute to the healthcare needs of a community.

$646,000 in grants awarded for health initiatives

Spartanburg Regional Foundation awards annual grants.

What women need to know about gynecologic cancer

September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness month and Dr. Schwab says knowing the symptoms is important

$594,000 in Grants Awarded for Health Initiatives

Spartanburg Regional Foundation Awards Annual Grants

Sports Medicine: It’s not just for athletes

James D. McDermott, MD, is Spartanburg Regional’s newest sports medicine doctor

Foundation provides AEDs to community organizations

An automated external defibrillator, or AED, can save the life of a person suffering a heart attack.

CyberKnife allows patient to spend time with family, volunteer

Beating cancer means Dick Sargent can focus on helping others.

Spartanburg Regional Foundation welcomes new board members

It takes a strong team to contribute to the healthcare needs of a community.

Advocating for cancer screenings, hope

Nancy Welch encourages other during her cancer journey

SRHS part of pediatric network to receive grant

TRANSFORM SC is part of a national effort to better understand the factors that impact child health.

Don’t ignore your prostate

From ejaculation to urination, your prostate deserves respect

What do you mean you’re eating clean?

Registered dietitian shares about the latest trend

Donations to help bring mobile mammography to more women

Young man’s death gives life to others

Organ donors remembered during Donate Life Month

Deep breaths: Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Put down the cigarette and take a deep breath of fresh air.

Food dictates health

“When it got to where I couldn’t breathe well or bend over to tie my shoes, I decided I had to make a change.”

“The idea of a heart attack wasn’t even on my radar"

Assistance fund put heart patient on the road back to good health

Start the school year safely

Trauma expert offers advice for children, teens

“Report it. Don’t hesitate”

SANE nurses care for cases of assault, violence.

What is a whole-food, plant-based diet and why should you care?

What can a whole-food, plant-based diet can do for your health and your waistline?

What does lung cancer do to my body?

While lung cancer may take decades to develop, symptoms do not usually become obvious until the cancer is in its late stages.

When temperatures are high, so is the risk of heat stroke

The warmth gives us the opportunity to still enjoy the outdoors, but be aware of the risks of heat stroke and dehydration.

The latest advancement in breast reconstruction

Surgery technique helps women after mastectomy

“That’s what makes me strong today"

Breast cancer survivor shares her story to encourage others

Special Needs Fund is integral to hospice program patients and families

Top care for littlest patients

Spartanburg Medical Center earns national baby accreditation.

Healthy living one meal at a time

Plant-based nutrition can help with cancer patients in recovery or still receiving therapy.

The impact of concussions on student athletes

From the SAT and ACT to end-of-course academic exams, high stakes standardized tests are a big part of the high school and college experience.

Don’t let holiday decorating sideline you

Event celebrates first 100 TAVR patients

Diabetes: What you need to know

Diabetes educator answers what to eat, the risks of diabetes

Dr. Osbahr joins Corporate Health

Providing medical care to the workforce takes a special kind of expertise that looks at the problem from all angles.

Care team’s compassion helps patient through cancer

A cancer diagnosis set Skipper Brawley on a path to new friendships and opportunities to serve others.

Staying positive helps with school anxiety

Pediatrician gives tips for back-to-school stress

Spartanburg Regional opens new Sports Medicine location

Stephen Kana, MD, brings 30 years of experience to new location

Getting back in the driver’s seat

New technology helps get patients back to driving

True or False: What you need to know about diabetes

Diabetes is one condition where we constantly hear wrong information. Let’s help set the record straight.

TAVR replaces fatigue with a better quality of life

Procedure can be replacement for open-heart surgery

Volunteer puts patients first

Vince Krydynski tries to bring humor, happiness to Gibbs patients as he volunteers

Are You Eating To Win? Nutrition Knowledge for Athletes

What you don’t know could be hurting your game.

$14 million extends Upstate cancer fight

Three healthcare systems create Upstate Carolina NCORP

Back-to-School: A bento box can help your child eat a healthy diet

A diet rich in diverse fruits and vegetables will give your child a boost in school

Exercise puts heart patients on the right track

The cardiac rehab program helps heart patients recover from an illness and maintain good health.

Be wise as temperatures rise

Stay hydrated to avoid heat exhaustion, heat stroke.

“We treat the person, not the numbers”

Tondre Buck, MD, was inspired to study medicine by his older brother, who is also a physician.

Dr. James Bearden earns prestigious national award

Physician receives Harry Hynes Award from National Institute for Health.

Transforming the love of orthopaedic medicine and corporate health

Charles Catron, MD, joins Spartanburg Regional’s Corporate Health team

“It’s great to see them be finally able to calm down"

NICU Fund provides training for special massage therapy

Should you eat breakfast?

SRHS experts comment on new federal dietary guidelines

Artists and musicians provide vital support for patients, families

Special art helps family remember loved ones in hospice care

The Battle of the Bug: Important information about antibiotics

Know how to arm yourself against ‘the resistance’

New treatments for structural heart conditions

Procedures offer hope for patients

Creating partnerships for a healthier community

Renee Romberger honored with Order of the Palmetto for community health initiatives

Stay safe during inclement weather

A snowstorm in the Upstate can be exciting. But snow days can also bring danger.

Should I take my child to Immediate Care or the ER?

It's important to know the types of ailments that can be treated in an Immediate Care facility.

Associate Gives Back to Help Others

Sylvia Jamison passionate about helping others

Spartanburg Regional completes Mary Black acquisition

Hospitals locally owned for first time in over a decade

Foundation grant supports equine therapy program at Hope Remains Ranch

One step at a time

De-stressing to stay safe

New blood pressure guidelines: What you need to know

The American Heart Association redefined high blood pressure and patients have had many questions.

When limes attack!

Learn how this not-so-innocent fruit can ruin your summer.

Six nurses receive state’s highest nursing honor

SRHS Nurses Recognized with Palmetto Gold Award

Associates advance in careers with GED program

An innovative program supported by Spartanburg Regional Foundation gives employees another shot at their education

Spicy black bean dragon burger

This black bean patty recipe packs so much flavor that you might find yourself reaching for a glass of water. It packs lots of protein, too.

The throwing athlete

Recent research suggests that early specialization of one sport put the athlete at an increased risk of injury.

The hydration game

Is water enough or do you need something more?

Hope Blooms provides extra support for hospice patients and families

“Whatever is needed, we try to do"

Hospice volunteer donates time and bird feeders to hospice home

Prostate cancer affects 1 in 7 men

South Carolina ranks high in number of prostate cancer diagnoses, deaths

Husband honors wife with art donation

Bill Fitch wanted to give back to the Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home back to show his gratitude.

Exercise after a heart attack

Working out was nothing new to John Howcroft, but taking on a workout regimen following major heart surgery was a different matter.

Balancing breast cancer treatment and a busy career

It takes a lot to slow me down. Cancer tried to, and maybe won a little bit, but I found ways to win that battle.

Immunizations important throughout life

One of the most important, according to Dr. Bailey, is DTAP – the Diptheria, Tetanus and Pertussis vaccine.

What are you waiting for? Step into the portal!

A Closer Look at MyChart

Spring allergy season and what to do

Allergist Robin Go, MD, shares the common allergies he sees

As temperatures drop, start preparing

While you are planning your resolutions, make plans to keep yourself and your family warm and safe.

Uplifting co-chairs advocate for women’s health

Different perspectives, one goal: breast cancer prevention

“I can’t sit back and watch the television”

93-year-old man and wife are active as SRHS volunteers

Too much on your plate?

How much is too much? Follow these 10 steps to keep portion size under control.

Don’t miss a beat

Annual Hangar B event raises money, awareness for heart disease.

Feathering your nest

MGC—OB/GYN—Union helps moms while growing their family.

Blueberry, watermelon and walnut salad with grilled chicken

Meal: Lunch; Serves: 4; Prep: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 10 minutes.

Behavioral health patients benefit from clothing donations

From EMS to caring for cardiac patients

Ron Figura, MD, learned his love for medicine through firefighting, EMS

“Holistic care is a foundation of our system, including spirituality"

Grant supports new chapel

Middle school students investigate DNA with Gibbs research team

Young Investigators Camp excites students about science careers

Gold Apple Award for healthier food environment at SRHS

In an effort to help improve health in the Upstate, SRHS created a culture of promoting healthy, yet affordable food.

Watch what you touch: Keeping clean during flu season

A large percentage of foodborne disease outbreaks are spread by contaminated hands.

Think before you eat: Preventing food poisoning

“Food poisoning isn’t the mayonnaise, it's the bacteria growing on the mayonnaise that isn’t distributed across the whole food.”

The greatest service

Spartanburg Regional honors veterans.

SMC recognized nationally for cardiac care

Healthgrades names hospital among top 10 percent in the nation.

SRHS earns prestigious respiratory care accreditation

Respiratory therapists play a significant role in patient care.

Celebrating our best

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System names physician, leader and associate of the year.

Foundation grant makes room for therapeutic play

Honoring outstanding associates

SRHS leader, associate of the year recognized

“I was ecstatic”

Special Needs Fund helps cancer patient weather financial crisis

Therapy dog and handler bond with patients

Pediatrician answers questions about required vaccines

Answers to common questions to ease fears of parents and children about shots

Gibbs Is Giving Prostate Cancer Patients A Little Space - In A Big Way!

Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute in Spotlight as National SpaceOAR Education & Resource Center

Aging population drives total knee replacement boom

Total knee replacement surgery is the most common inpatient surgery for middle age and older Americans.

Hangar B to support AED donations

Proceeds from this year’s event will go toward the purchase and donation of additional AEDs for community organizations.

“A spirituality that’s hard to put into words”

Wings of Hope butterfly release gives gift of hope

New Immediate Care Center opens in Gaffney

Gaffney’s first urgent care facility opens Monday, June 5.

An eater’s intuition

Consider this approach to your holiday meals.

Foundation grant expands “Interpreter on Wheels” program

Renovated Odyssey classroom enhances training for cardiac nurses

“They were incredibly kind and compassionate"

Baby Lorelai received NICU care when she stopped breathing after birth

The great juice debate

Is juicing healthy?

Celebrating our best

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Recognizes Leader and Associate of the Year

Sweet potato cheesecake

Cheesecake is a weakness for many people – this recipe might cause a little less guilt.

Watch your step

Falls are a serious issue that can cause moderate to severe injuries, including hip fractures, lacerations, and head traumas.

Chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting

Serves:  9; Portion Size: 1 cupcake.

New technology at Gibbs improves prostate cancer detection and treatment

Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute is using advanced biopsy technique to see what couldn’t be seen before.

Building relationships through medicine

New family medicine physician joins MGC — Converse Heights.

“I was amazed that for the first time I could see”

Eye organ donation gives SRHS associate new sight..

The heat is on

SRHS wants you to stay safe in the high temps.

No water here! Avoiding swimmers' ear

Swimmer’s ear can be mild or serious, depending on the symptoms.

New technology improves safety of radiation therapy

New SpaceOAR System provides more protection during radiation

Black quinoa Asian sesame slaw, Indian harvest

Meal: Lunch; Serves: 8; Portion Size:  1/2  cup; Prep: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 15 minutes.

Gibbs’ research suggests breakthrough in treating colorectal cancer

National Stop the Bleed Day teaches life-saving techniques

Trauma Services Department works to teach people how to stop the bleed

Heimlich: ‘The difference between life and death’

Spencer Eison used lessons he learned in a Spartanburg Regional-sponsored class to save a classmate's life.

National project sets Spartanburg Community aglow

The goal of the public art is to celebrate creativity, enhance urban identity, encourage public-private partnerships, and drive economic development.

Cutting edge prostate cancer treatment

With CyberKnife, radiation therapy for prostate cancer is completed in just five sessions.

FAQs: Is it true that twins run in families?

Answered by Jack Cleland, MD, Medical Group of the Carolinas - Pediatrics - North Grove

Foundation grant enables purchase of automated CPR machine

It’s not cheating to get a second opinion

Cancer doctors encourage patients to know their options

Patients need to feel heard, new doctor says

Infectious disease “geek” joins MGC-Internal Medicine-Westside

Navy doctor returns to the Upstate

New physician joins Union community

New Spartanburg Medical Center chapel funded by the Foundation

The presence of chaplains in the hospital plays a vital role.

Spartanburg Regional Foundation honors Spartanburg Regional Hospice

Special event honors hospice clinicians.

Cranberry and pistachio white chocolate bark

Serves: 20; Portion size, 1 ounce; Prep: 20 minutes; Cook time: 1 hour.

Spartanburg Medical Center recognized for quality bariatric surgery

Facilties designated as Blue Distinction Centers demonstrate better quality and improved outcomes for patients compared with their peers.

Spartanburg Regional Foundation holds ceremony for Hospice

Every Christmas, families celebrate the lives of loved ones lost. The Spartanburg Regional Foundation and the Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home give people a un

SMC recognized for promoting organ, eye & tissue donation

EID Public Outreach Program is an effort to save more lives by building on the relationships between hospitals in the state.

Was it coincidence … or fate?

A university mascot leads Dr. Dorna to Spartanburg 23 years ago

Patient visits and “fidget quilts”

Volunteer goes the extra mile for others

Spartanburg Regional Foundation announces availability of $569K in grants

Get your child back to school safely

“Distraction is a big problem, both while driving and walking,” said Penny Shaw, Safe Kids Spartanburg coordinator.

Protect children from back-to-school illnesses

As children head back to school, the likelihood for them to get sick is apt to rise.

Spartanburg Regional unveils new pediatric mascot

The mascot, along with his name, was unveiled as part of SRHS’s 2017 Hospital Week celebration.

Knowing what to say

As a caregiver, do you experience feelings of inadequacy?

Is your child vaccinated?

But you probably have a lot of questions: Which vaccines do they need? When do they need certain vaccines?

What happens if I've been hit in the head?

To get back to the sport, symptoms have to resolve completely.

“A family atmosphere”

Pelham Medical Center named Best Place to Work for fourth year

Musician lends talents to hospice patients

He was part of Spartanburg’s burgeoning rock scene years ago, now performs at hospice home

Health system’s IT pros are experts on preventing cyber attacks

While nurses and doctors keep patients healthy, IT keeps patient information safe

A new way to give: vehicle donations

Your old vehicle can help someone in the community through the Spartanburg Regional Foundation.

Cancer treatments require many perspectives

Consultation on diagnoses matter to patients.

National project sets Beaumont Mill aglow

Spartanburg Regional is proud to join the community in Seeing Spartanburg.

Rapid response to heart attacks saves lives

SRHS recognized with prestigious American Heart Association award.

$695,000 in grants awarded for health

Spartanburg Regional Foundation Awards Annual Grants

Gibbs at Pelham breaks ground on $65 million facility

'This cancer center will serve generations to come,' said David Church, DHA.

Putting patients first

State’s longest running family medicine residency garners awards

What you need to know before total joint replacement surgery

While surgery can help people improve their mobility, the recovery is not easy.

Information for cardiac surgery patients

Spartanburg Regional takes part in CDC effort.

Grilled peaches with chocolate and almonds

Meal: Dessert; Serves: 6; Portion Size: Half a peach, 1 tablespoon chocolate sauce, 2 teaspoons of toasted almonds; Prep...

Spartanburg Regional Foundation announces availability of $594K in grants

Health-related grants help improve wellness in the Upstate

CardioMEMS keeps heart patients out of the hospital

Technology at Spartanburg Medical Center monitors in real time.

SRHS associates brighten Christmas for children

Families in need apply with their local Salvation Army for help with toys and food for Christmas.

Hospital saves $10 million, wins national award

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System saved $10 million over four years

Riding to raise money for cancer patients

John Cash has raised more than $60,000 and biked more than 80 miles for cancer

Spartanburg Medical Center pharmacy procures the impossible for patients

“The ability to stock unique meds for unique disease states simply allows us to help our neighbors”

Spartanburg Regional Foundation announces 2017 grant cycle

Spartanburg Regional Foundation will provide $646,000 in health-related grants in 2017, as part of its continuing efforts to improve the health and wellness

Events for your health and wellness in September

From Greenville to Gaffney, check out what's in your area

Pelham Medical Center wins national award second year in a row

Pelham Medical Center tops in Best Places to Work in Healthcare.

One donation, eight lives saved

8 facts you should know about organ donation

More than family

Reunion gathers families with a shared bond.

Therapy on the back of a horse

Spartanburg Medical Center joins with HALTER for pediatric rehabilitation.

What to do for my baby's dry patches?

Answered by Marcia Para, MD, Medical Group of the Carolinas - Pediatrics - Westside

Spartanburg Medical Center receives national designation

Spartanburg Medical Center receives Blue Distinction Center designation for quality in knee replacement.

Greek marinated chicken

Meal: Supper; Serves:  4; Portion Size: 3 ounces.

What color is your pee?

The answer can say a lot about your health

In memoriam: Charles C. Boone

Former hospital president changed health care in Upstate

Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge

SRHS is proud to be a partner in the HealthyCommunity50 Program.

What is the difference between a TIA and a stroke?

You may have a loved one who suffered from a transient ischemic attack (TIA). This is commonly called a “mini-stroke.”

“A life-changing opportunity”

Project SEARCH students graduate from internship program

Expansion of cancer care on the horizon

Construction underway for Gibbs at Pelham, to be complete in 2020

Don’t get sick!

Ways to stay healthy while others are sick

Seven ways to avoid the flu

With flu upon us, staying healthy is key to keeping those holiday plans.

Healing together

SRHS Family Memorial Tree Ceremony Honors Past Employees, Volunteers, Board Members

A healthier place to live

Spartanburg County leading its peers in improving community health

AED saves Wofford linebacker’s life

Had an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and medical professionals not been close by, Roach may not be alive today.

Nurse practitioners provide unique care

What are nurse practitioners, and how do they improve patient care?

Volunteer experience brings cancer survivor full circle

Garden Club works to beautify Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home

Lady Slipper Garden Club works on new garden of nearly 200 new plants

Dietitian or nutritionist: Aren’t they the same thing?

Spice rack or medicine cabinet?

Adding spices to your meals may have health benefits

Hope Blooms raises funds to support mission of Spartanburg Regional Hospice

When to go where?

Find your symptoms, find your care

Legacy of former Spartanburg Regional president honored

Street renamed for Charles Boone

Hangar B raises over $200,000 for AEDs

Annual Spartanburg Regional Foundation event pairs fun with charity

Hangar B raises money for community AEDs

Through Hangar B, the Spartanburg Regional Foundation is helping provide schools, churches and nonprofits.

Take your best shot

Immunizing your older child

Back to Haiti

Medical Group of the Carolinas birth expert makes a difference as part of midwives organization.

You and an AED

Learn how to use an Automated External Defibrillator.

Pelham Medical Center president honored for leadership

Community engagement and leadership of a fast-growing hospital has resulted in Tony Kouskolekas’s being named one of the 50 Most Influential People of 2016

Healing your body, mind & spirit

Good health isn’t just taking medication. It’s also not just about having a strong, healthy body.

“You’re their support person”

Carlton Schwab, MD, was a college student eating in a restaurant when he witnessed a man having a stroke.

Look for the teal pumpkin

The Teal Pumpkin Project now helps keep children with food allergies safe.

Pelham Medical Center receives stroke certification

Pelham Medical Center (PMC) is now the only primary stroke center in Greer.

'This program is life-changing'

Project SEARCH spreads throughout South Carolina.

Giving others life: The importance of organ donation

Here's what you should know about organ donation.

Going “the extra mile”

Southern Legends bike ride raises money for hospice care

"A lifelong goal to make the healthcare system stronger"

Foundation welcomes new board members and announces 2019 officers

Protect yourself from flu

With flu season in full swing, here’s what you need to know:

Employee donors “love to give” in 2018

SRHS associates give back with $1.2 million in donations

Food flu fighters

Add these to your diet this flu season

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System to Acquire Two Mary Black Hospitals

The transaction is expected to close by the end of the fourth quarter of 2018, subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

Event to help buy a second mobile mammography unit

An Uplifting Event to be held on Oct. 22

9 tips for a healthy pregnancy

Take care of yourself and your baby

Are you prepared?

What you need to know about making healthcare decisions

Hope Blooms to support work of hospice caregivers

Annual luncheon, held on April 26, honors Spartanburg Regional Hospice

Tasty and nutritious

Recipe demonstration promotes heart health

Holiday superfoods

Some traditional holiday foods can be healthy and are considered “superfoods.”

Recipe substitutions for a healthier holiday

Trying to eat healthier doesn’t have to mean missing out on your holiday favorites.

Spartanburg Regional Hospice to deliver Thanksgiving meals to families

When someone’s health is in decline, family gatherings become that much more important

New road for an old car

Family donates beloved car to support health care

Peace and serenity

Changes at hospice home emphasize connection to nature

SRHS employee pays it forward

Betty Warlick, RN, is an advocate for nurses and the whole heathcare system

Helping more women get mammograms

Susan G. Komen Foundation awards Bearden-Josey Center with grant

Love to work here - love to give here

SRHS employees give generously for 25 years and counting.

In support of advanced care planning

Advanced directives conversations often seem “too soon” until it’s too late

Spring break? No time to relax

Student athletes take advantage of training camp

Spartanburg Regional Hospice to deliver Easter meals to families

For more than 20 years, the two have partnered to provide comfort and support to families during the Easter holiday.

More than a cancer fighter

Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute – Pelham expands CyberKnife services to treat non-cancerous conditions.

Mental notes

Mental health is just as important to a person’s overall health as his or her physical condition.

Do you know hands-only CPR?

“Most people do not realize they need it until it’s too late.”

The coolest birthday gift

9-year-old shows that giving is better than getting.

Healing on horseback

Hospital pediatric rehabilitation experts partner with equine therapy program HALTER.

'It’s the worst feeling – cancer'

Waiting for the results of her biopsy was agonizing.

STACK Sports finds a new home

STACK programing works on overall athleticism with Olympic-grade training.

Surviving the widowmaker

“I remember thinking, I’m only 35. How in the world did this happen?” Rosanne said.

The power of self-care

Grant aids those living with Parkinson’s disease.

Take a hike... safely

Here are 7 tips to keep you on track while you’re on the trail.

Gibbs physician highlighted on work with clinical trial

Dr. Amy Curtis discusses TMIST mammogram study

Steering teenage drivers out of harm’s way

Never stop talking to your teen about road safety.

Love for science leads to medicine

Physician Katherine Enos, DO, joins MGC — Family Medicine—Five Forks

Preparing for a medical emergency

Spartanburg Regional Hospice receives $412,500 grant from The Duke Endowment

A legacy of giving continues

Betty and Walter Montgomery

Repairing your body’s “carburetor”

MitraClip offered at Spartanburg Medical Center

The Talk

When to talk to your child about sex, drugs and alcohol

This vest could save lives

Technology to improve lives of heart failure patients, reduce hospital admissions

Easter meals and volunteers provide comfort for hospice families

Honor a caregiver with a Doctors’ Day gift to support health

Local baseball legend and chaplain form bond

Make your living room a doctor’s office

Spartanburg Regional launches new virtual care service

Local siblings recognized for commitment to philanthropy

Baileys awarded Young Philanthropists of the Year

Don’t follow everything you see on the internet

Internet fads can lead to traumatic injuries

Hangar B volunteers make Spartanburg’s biggest dance party possible

Event held September 27

Hangar B supports heart health

Annual event supports heart patients in the Upstate

A heavy heart

How stress can contribute to heart disease

Safe Kids Spartanburg – Grants and partnerships making a difference

Safe Kids Spartanburg works to prevent unintentional childhood injury

Fighting hunger feeds the soul

Some of our neighbors are forced to choose between food, utilities or medical care.

The healing powers of play

Pediatric rehabilitation experts pick therapeutic toys for annual Christmas party

"We feel very blessed"

Twins thriving following 102-day stay in NICU

“I don’t know if there are words..."

Woman shares gratitude for mammography program that saved her life

Helping children cope with grief

Hospice holds Christopher's Camp to help children and teens with bereavement

There is no shame in cancer prevention

A cancer vaccine for pre-teens and teens.

Peach and avocado caprese salad

Cool off with this tangy blend of cheese, tomatoes and peaches

Beach babies!

11 sun safety tips to remember at the beach.

Grantee helps women reclaim their lives

Angels Charge Ministry receives Foundation grant

Five things to know about advanced medical directives

No one likes to think about the possibility of an unforeseen trauma or life-threatening illness. But it can happen.

Heart healthy Valentine’s Day

Looking for a heart healthy but romantic dish? We've got you covered.

Improving heart wellness through service

For 60 years, Harrison Chapman dedicated her life to the Spartanburg community.

Giving health — and hope — to local veterans

Veterans have served their country in faraway places like Southeast Asia, the Persian Gulf, Italy and Korea. Unfortunately, many of them are now living in pover

Baby friendly equals mommy friendly too

As mothers, we know guilt. If guilt was a college degree, we’d have earned a PhD by our child’s first birthday.

Getting back on top

Too busy planning and taking care of everyone else, Peggy McQuade, single mom of two grown daughters, attributed her exhaustion and various symptoms to her busy

A way to detect cancer before it starts

Guardian Research Network collaborates with GRAIL in massive effort to revolutionize detection.

Hospitals recognized as tobacco-free workplaces

Pelham Medical Center and Union Medical Center were recognized by the South Carolina Hospital Association’s (SCHA) Working Well.

Lower your risk for lung cancer

Lung cancer kills 19 people every hour and causes more deaths than the next three most common cancers combined – colon, breast and prostate.

Is this an emergency?

Immediate Care Center vs. Emergency Rooms

Gearing up for a sports physical

While the summer temperatures are still hot, athletes start preparing for their fall sports.

A year of CyberKnife

'We wanted to bring this high quality care to our local patients,' said Gibbs Cancer Center physicist, Jacob Gersh, PhD.

Guardian Research Network continues rapid U.S. expansion

Consortium to quickly match cancer patients to trials offering the greatest potential for a cure.

Beef and bean sloppy joe

Meal: Lunch or Supper; Serves: 6; Portion Size: 1 cup; Prep: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 20 minutes.

The 12 who started it all

Founding members of the Foundation honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards.

“I’ve told everybody I know”

Lung cancer survivor advocates early screening program

A lifelong dream

New doctor always wanted to be a pediatrician

“I can play in the yard with my grandkid"

Patient assistance fund helps heart patient get back to doing what he loves

Stroke care within minutes

Telestroke service connects patients to care at Union Medical Center

See you next fall? Not if you’re careful!

Try these strategies to avoid falls and stay out of the ER

Honoring a legacy

Foundation honors two-term board members at gala

Transported to a new place through virtual reality

“Your contributions are so important”

A gift leads to revolutionary cancer care

Marsha and Jimmy Gibbs' generosity can be seen throughout the Upstate

A gift to you and your family

Do you have a healthcare power of attorney?

For Men Only 2.0: The 411 on optimizing your health

Building a community

Spartanburg Regional, community partners invest in the construction trade

Should I get a flu shot?

All you need to know about getting a flu shot, protecting yourself

A moment of remembrance

Annual Light Up A Life event remembers loved ones

Fighting diabetes together

Spartanburg Regional experts gather for diabetes education expo

“I knew I wanted to give back”

Volunteers deliver Thanksgiving hospice meals each year

Hangar B raises more than $140,000 for heart care

1,400 attended event

Learn how to “Stop the Bleed”

Special kits help victims of mass casualty events

“I’m not sure anybody expected it to turn out this good”

Hartells remember traumatic accident, stay in PICU

Excellence, regardless of gender

Melissa Peters, MD, shares why she became a doctor as part of Women in Medicine Month

Teamwork crucial to fighting cancer

Oncologist shares about his specialty and more

The family business

New physician joins Immediate Care Center—Gaffney

‘I was always around hospitals’

Doctor’s RN mother inspired son’s career as doctor

Raffle event to support fight against breast cancer

Smithworks Fine Jewelry to hold raffle on September 18

Doctor comes ‘home’ to Family Medicine—Duncan

Amanda Kinney, DO, joins childhood practice

Lifesaving screenings where you live

Mobile mammography comes to you

Newest mammography technology could change women’s lives

A new 3D mammography could be a game-changer for identifying early breast cancer.

Four SRHS nurses honored with Palmetto Gold Award

Renee Dean, Joseph Maurice Hood, Lauren Rauscher and Karen Smith were selected among the top 100

Help a hospice family build Easter memories

Easter Meals help families gather together during a difficult time

From the fishbowl

Cancer educator answers questions for patients, family, community

How are you protecting your heart?

Learn some common – and some unique – cardiac exercises

Symposium gets stronger every year

Strength and Conditioning experts to attend fourth annual event

“Diabetes affects everything”

Don’t join the one in four with this disease

Light Up a Life: Service of remembrance supports grieving process

Families remember loved ones who have passed away at hospice event

Hospice and the holidays: coping and finding comfort

For some, traditions can be a reminder of loss and hosting visitors from out of town might be stressful.

Gibbs Cancer Center is the BMW of Spartanburg’s health care

Gibbs' international reputation for research is now beginning to attract the best and brightest researchers to the area.

Uplifting Event 2017 raises $140,000 for mammography assistance

Survivors encouraged women for early screenings, to live life to the fullest

“I would not wish cancer on anyone”

Annual Uplifting Event Promotes Breast Cancer Screening

Giving back through grants

In 2016, the Foundation distributed $695,000 in grants.

"These angels came out of nowhere"

AccessHealth connects patients to care

A lasting legacy

After being diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2015, Julia Lyons wanted to give back to Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute

Southern Legends to Ride for Hospice

Motorcycle enthusiasts will be riding in the Upstate on Aug. 26 to raise money for hospice

Cycling with a cause

Bearden-Josey women's cycling team inspires and encourages women

Workforce boom drives healthcare growth

Spartanburg Regional expands Corporate Health services for employers

Project SEARCH continues to thrive

Project SEARCH partners with Upstate businesses to create more internships

Five stars of cardiac care

Many experts contribute to recovery after heart surgery

NICU volunteers support staff, newborns

“…we love on them so much.”

Act FAST with stroke symptoms

Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability and the fifth leading cause of death in the US, with more than 800,000 strokes occurring each year.

Eyes on our little angels

To help ease the stress of having a baby in the NICU, we installed 40 cameras 2017 to connect families with their hospitalized babies.

Grab your SPF 40

Ways to protect your skin this summer.

A surprising new risk factor for head and neck cancer

HPV-related head and neck cancer is on the rise, and some experts are predicting an epidemic in the next decade.

Priceless gifts

One of the greatest gifts any person has to give is time.

A living memorial

SRHS, Sharing Hope SC honors organ donors with memorial tree ceremony

Hip fractures can trigger downward slide

Identifying osteoporosis early could be a life-saver.

Thank a Doctor during Doctors’ Day in March

When words aren’t enough, you can thank a doctor on National Doctors’ Day by making a donation that will help future patients.

Kidneys, don’t fail me now

Many of us take for granted the role our kidneys play in our bodies.

Best start for babies

Hospitals all over the world are working diligently to achieve a high level of care and give mothers the very best start.

Heart disease leads Crowley to serve others

Crowley knows only too well that not all heart disease is determined by what you eat or how often you exercise.

Stroke: You can lower your risk

Expert advice from the head of Pelham Medical Center’s primary stroke center.

More than just a ride

Know when to call 9-1-1 for a heart attack and don't wait too late.

UnitedHealthcare and SRHS reach agreement

Patients will remain in-network with uninterrupted care.

A life of service

Employee retires after 57 years with Spartanburg Regional.

Saving lives with mammograms

Susan G. Komen Foundation awards Bearden-Josey Center with grant.

Chickpea salad

Serves: 4; Portion size: 1/2 cup; Prep: 20 minutes.

An online time capsule

Hospital and library partner bringing archives online.

Hit me with your best shot

As children get older, it is important to remember that protection from some vaccines begins to wear off.

Employee gives back to healthcare system

“I’m interested in so many areas” of the system, Cozzoli says. “I wish I had enough money to do more for all of them.”

Keep out of my hair: Lice prevention

Follow these 7 steps to help prevent the lice spreading to your child’s head.

Weighing down: Are book bags too heavy?

Heavy backpacks can cause pain to a child’s back, neck and shoulders, and it also can contribute to headaches.

Access to compassion

Heart attack patient seen through hard times by AccessHealth.

Riding to conquer cancer

Cyclist dedicates annual rides to battling disease.

Staying connected

Pelham Medical Center recognized by Most Wired

Reversing roles

Making the right decisions for your parents is difficult, and determining what is best for ailing parents can be even more trying.

FAQs: Should antibiotics be a last resort?

Answered by Erin Bailey, MD, Medical Group of the Carolinas - Pediatrics - North Grove

Reshape your future

New Weight Loss Services Offered at Pelham Medical Center

Woodruff police walk for cancer

Watch as the Woodruff Law Dawgs complete their 18-mile trek and are greeted by a...

Five tips for a healthier heart

Here are some tips to stay de-stressed to help your heart - and your mood.

Grief: When a Loved One Dies

Take precautions to reduce the potential for fire

Cancer diagnosis changes career path

Bradley Horne, DO, joins family medicine in Gaffney

The faces of sex trafficking

PART III: Series examines the work of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners

At home in the peach capital

Orthopaedic surgeon celebrates 30 years in Gaffney

“It was a reminder that we are not alone”

Thanksgiving meals provide comfort for hospice families

Are teething necklaces safe?

Pediatrician helps answer questions on the amber necklaces

Training for Ironman, aiming to raise money for cancer patients

Chad Dingman will participate in a triathlon on Sept. 29

Making people whole

Thomas Leong, MD, finds joy in orthopaedic surgery

What’s all the buzz about plant-based nutrition?

Food helps patients focus on health

Practice runs food bank for their patients

Celebrate the Fourth safely

Check out this list of area fireworks shows, safety tips

Watchman wins the fight

New procedure can help prevent excessive bleeding

Fifty Upstate: Making a difference for Spartanburg County seniors

Five Spartanburg Regional nurses honored with Palmetto Gold Award

More than a vacation

Orthopaedic surgeon explains why massages are a must

Don’t take it personally

Understanding a teen or tween

Fact vs. Myth: The truth about organ donation

AccessHealth leader works to start local chapter of “Sidewalk Talk”

Summer Tebalt participates in Furman’s Diversity Leaders Initiative

Concussion research sets national standard

Dr. John Lucas’s study transform care for head injuries

When does puberty start?

Pediatrician helps clue parents in on what to look for

Insomnia, anxiety and more

Four clinical trials at Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute

Alex Trebek inspires world after pancreatic cancer announcement

Gibbs oncologist describes options, applauds ‘Jeopardy!’ host

Pregnancy fact or fiction

Answers to what you should know about pregnancy

Whip up winter squash

Mix squash into your meals this season

Trauma disrupts lives

Treating it requires a good team, expert says

‘People are just people’

OB/GYN brings global experience to Spartanburg

Christmas party delights, supports pediatric rehab patients

Dispelling fear of hospice

Six myths about hospice

“It is an important part of our society”

SRHS veteran remembers his service

Do you really have a slow metabolism?

A simple test can help you know for sure

Around the world and back

Globetrotting doctors now call Upstate SC home

Overcome your migraines

Technique offered at Spartanburg Regional can provide immediate relief

50 years as a physician

John Gallagher, MD, has watched medicine evolve

Doctors must find balance

Susan Hilsman, MD, describes challenges as part of Women in Medicine Month

“It was our whole life”

MacKenzie Bartz, MD, follows in her father’s footsteps

A childhood dream becomes reality

Octavia Amaechi, MD, shares why she became a doctor as part of Women in Medicine Month

How to prepare for storm season

Prepare your family and home with these tips from Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System

On the edge of art and science

Oncology nutrition offers unique perspective on cancer prevention, treatment

Preparing for college

What health information should your child know?

Skin cancer: Are you at risk?

Doctor shares tips for reducing the sun’s damage

Foundation grant provides for new hospital courtyard

New space allows for visitors, associates to meet and eat outside

Women often put health on “back burner,” OB-GYN says

Bang Giep, MD, joins Spartanburg Regional

Getting employees back to work

Dr. Pathan’s passion for corporate health keeps employees working

Cold Cap Therapy now offered at Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute

A diagnosis can be devastating and sometimes treatments can leave you looking or feeling different.  

Patients receive new Medicare cards

The new Medicare cards include a unique Medicare number that is more secure to protect the patient’s identity. 

There's an app for that

The best ones are free

Project SEARCH interns graduate with jobs

Don’t meet us by accident this summer

Many of the injuries we see are the same, and as always, the best treatment is prevention.  

Spartanburg celebrates 25 years of Safe Kids

Organization teaches children how to be safe

Honoring past employees, volunteers and board members

SRHS Family Memorial Tree remembers those who have passed away

Celebrating the associates and leaders of the year

Doug Dills, Cathy Thomas recognized

Through the eyes of a nurse

Sometimes clinicians are faced with another life-saving choice – organ donation

‘Punny’ name, great taste

Spartanburg Regional offers turkey burger for annual Cribbs contest

“We work wonderfully as a team”

Spartanburg Regional named 2018 Workplace of the Year

John Lucas: Research receives international acclaim

Sports medicine physician published in British medical journal

'Our community deserves this expansion'

Spartanburg Regional’s new Critical Care Pavilion opens

Behind the scenes with champions

Sports medicine coach describes the workouts behind Upward Stars’ volleyball success

One ultimate camp

Spring Break isn’t for resting at the Sports Medicine Institute

Beloved physician grateful for advances at Spartanburg

As chairman of the Spartanburg Regional Foundation Heart Division board, Dr. Fulmer works to help heart patients

Think before you drive under the influence

To many people, impaired driving means driving under the influence of alcohol, which is an incomplete definition

Should I go?

Five reasons to attend a support group

Future of health care IT is already here in an Epic way

IT uses technology and electronic records to transform care

Leftovers: Lose them or love them

Instead of revamping your holiday foods into new meals, consider some alternatives

Three SRHS nurses recognized as DAISY winners

Three nurses across the healthcare system were recognized by patients and coworkers with the DAISY Nurses.

Cancer center builds biobank

Collection of cancer tissue samples could lead to breakthrough

Concern, compassion and skill

Hospitalists work as ‘primary care physicians’ for patients in hospital

Diabetes: The silent epidemic

More than 100,000 people in South Carolina have diabetes but don’t even know it

Fall back into an extra hour of sleep

On Nov. 5 we

Healthy Halloween

The amount of sugar and fat found most bags of Halloween candy can be downright scary.

Chili glazed salmon with orange salsa

This seafood entree packs a lot of flavor

Preventing the most dangerous injuries

Falls leading cause of injury for older adults

Fried green tomatoes with sun-dried tomato pesto

This not-so-Southern dish makes sure unripe produce won't go to waste

Keep your eyes safe during an eclipse

There’s nothing to fear if you keep your eyes covered

"I depended on them"

Home Health nurses help patient after tractor accident.

Spartanburg Regional Hospice volunteers connect with veterans

“We Honor Veterans” is a collaborative effort of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Have a blast, not a burn

Experts say: Leave the fireworks to the professionals this July Fourth

Salmon and blueberry salad with lemon raspberry vinaigrette

This delicious salad blends several sharp flavors – blueberries, pickled red onions and jalapeños, and the richness of a lemon raspberry vinaigrette.

Childhood experiences, lifetime traumas

Violence changes a child’s decision-making abilities.

Violence is toxic to children

Spartanburg Regional takes part in Hospitals Against Violence Day.

SAIL into retirement

Regular exercise helps ensure that life is just getting started at 65.

Food allergies strike close to home

One in 13 children has a food allergy.

Chard and spring pea farro risotto

If you’re expecting to see creamy Italian rice in this dish, you’ll be surprised.

Springing into allergy season

“Spring is by far worse than fall for people with allergies,” said allergist Robin Go, MD.

Freekeh fruit salad with pecans and cinnamon vinaigrette

Flavor collides with color in a fruit salad that packs in a lot of superfood nutrition

Will your bones betray you?

Women should get bone density screenings every two years

Beans, greens and grains – a few of your heart’s favorite things

We’ve all heard the buzz around kale in the last few years, but don’t forget all the other great options out there.

Hearts in love fur-ever

The amazing thing is that not only do pets help us to love; they also help us to stay healthy and to heal.

Stress: It ISN’T all in our minds

As if women need one more thing to worry about, there’s this: the things we worry about really aren’t all in our minds.

It's a girl! SRHS welcomes first baby of 2017

It’s a Girl! First New Year’s Baby at Spartanburg Medical Center Born at 2:36 a.m.

Spartanburg Medical Center receives cardiac recognition

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice HealthPlan of South Carolina have designated Spartanburg Medical Center as a Blue Distinction Center.

Saying farewell to an old friend

Charles Stroup, MD, retires after 39 years

Garlic roasted broccoli and cauliflower

Serves: 8; Portion size: 3/4 cup; Prep: 10 minutes; Cook time: 20 minutes.

Roasted pumpkin salad with feta and pumpkin seeds

Serves: 5; Prep: 20 minutes; Cook time: 45 minutes.

Way to Wellville: Building a healthier community

Spartanburg is one of five communities across the United States to take part in the Way to Wellville.

Mammography services now offered in Union

Mammography is the key to detecting breast cancer at its earliest stages when it is most treatable.

Annual Uplifting Event promotes breast cancer screening

On October 17, Spartanburg Regional Foundation will host An Uplifting Event luncheon to a sold out crowd.

Know the signs of ovarian cancer

While ovarian cancer is known as a “silent cancer,” women should watch for these six warning signs.

The right fit for your workout

Your life is not one-size-fits-all, so why should your workout be?

Apple farro salad with chicken

Serves: 4; Portion Size: 8 ounces; Prep: 20 mins; Cook Time: 30 minutes

Sports Medicine Institute teams with Carolina Football Club

“This partnership will help better prepare and train athletes through CFC,” said Gary Hazelwood, M.Ed.

FAQs: Should I be worried? Answers to your zika questions

The word Zika has been popping up in the news over the last few weeks.

Helping children get healthy, stay healthy

Union welcomes new pediatrician.

You make me sick!

What you don’t know about your food CAN hurt you.

Get tough; speak up

Bullying is increasingly recognized not just as a hurdle of childhood, but as a public health issue.

Five spice London broil

Meal: Supper; Portion Size:  4 ounces;

Burn out

Know whose advice to take for your sunburned skin?

Lies on the label

SRHS dietician teaches how to grocery shop with a critical eye

Specific gene could predict colon cancer outcomes

Study undertaken at Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute.

Easing discomfort with quality outcomes

Pelham Medical Center receives Blue Distinction Center designation for quality in spine surgery.

'I didn't think anything could be wrong with me.'

Heart disease survivor tells women to listen to their bodies.

MyChart: Online access to your personal health record

Talk to your doctor today to find out when you can activate your MyChart account.

Gibbs expands cancer services in Cherokee County

Gibbs Cancer Center - Gaffney adds infusion services to care options.

I'm in a Gibbs Cancer Center clinical trial

You can help find cancer cures by participating in clinical trials.

Seeing spots?

That dark brown mole on your back may be more than just a mole.

Continuing a giving tradition

Teen Ginger Dailey donates to Gibbs for third year in a row.

Pelham Medical Center announces opening of new ICC

“When an unexpected, non-emergent health need comes up, our immediate care center models are...

An extra layer of protection

SMC uses UV light to obliterate dangerous germs.

You are feeling very sleepy

Not getting enough sleep is ruining your day and health.

When you're sneezin' this season

The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and leaves on the trees have turned green.

Food for thought: broiled salmon with herb mustard glaze

Meal: Lunch, Serves: 6, Prep: 12 minutes, Cook Time: 7 minutes.

Cauliflower biryani

Serves: 8; Portion Size: 1-1/2  cup; Prep: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 50 minutes.

25 years of giving hope

'We needed to go beyond the walls of the hospital,' said Dr. Fulmer.

Firecracker shrimp bowl

Meal: Supper; Serves: 4.