Ask the Expert Ask The Expert 7NEWS is partnering with Bon Secours St. Francis to answer your health and wellness questions. What is your health question? (Please do not send us any personally identifiable information such as name, phone or email address.) Contact Us Δ Ask The Expert News Workouts to strengthen heart health GREENVILLE, S.C. (WCBD)– February is American Heart Month. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, we spoke to an exercise physiologist about workouts that can strengthen the heart muscle. Aerobic exercise, also known as ‘cardio’ is the most beneficial for your cardiovascular system. “The heart is a […] Treating Acid Reflux Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– Having acid reflux, once in a while, is common according to the national institutes of health. Experiencing it regularly could be a sign of a more serious condition. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, we spoke with an expert about knowing when to seek medical attention. Acid reflux, also known […] Identifying what ails you post-holiday season We’re well past the hustle of the holiday season, but a slew of illnesses linger in its wake. Dietitians weigh in on the effects of diet and dementia While hopeful research is underway, there is no known cure for dementia, but there are ways that you can delay its onset. Incorporating stretching into New Year’s resolution A new year means many of us are embarking on new workouts and setting new fitness goals. Can Ozempic help you lose weight? GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) Ozempic is a popular type 2 diabetes medicine that is being used more commonly off-label across the country for weight loss. “There is a lot being learned that we didn’t know many years ago,” said Jessica Gonzalez Hernandez, M.D., Bon Secours St. Francis. Dr. Herdandez, the chief of surgery at Bon Secours, […] Ask the Expert – How pressure in the air can directly … Living in the Upstate, we’re no strangers to frequent changes in the weather. Those hot and cold swings change the pressure in the air. That’s called barometric pressure or atmospheric pressure and its changes can impact your health. Understanding and treating Gout Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– Around 8.3 million Americans have gout, according to a national health and nutrition survey. Painful attacks in the joints characterize the condition. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with a Rheumatologist about the chronic yet treatable condition. “Gout […] Monitoring your blood pressure GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) At least 116 million adults suffer from high blood pressure in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Doctors said it’s a health factor that can be detrimental to your body if it goes untreated. What you eat and how you take care of your body contributes to your […] Different impacts of stress on the body Stress can come in different forms. How knowing your family medical history can be life-saving As part of our “Ask the Expert”, in Partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, we spoke with a nurse practitioner about why knowing your family’s history can be life-saving. When is the best time for a joint replacement? Medical professionals said joint replacements are one of the most common orthopedic surgeries performed in the US. Best practices for living with Type 2 Diabetes One in ten Americans live with type two diabetes, according to the centers for disease control. It’s a progressive disease that doesn’t discriminate, but there are practices that can help for people living with the chronic health condition. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in adults ADHD is a condition characterized by hyperactivity, trouble focusing, and being easily distracted. How ambulatory surgery centers impact you, your recovery, … Ambulatory surgery centers, also commonly known as outpatient care centers, are growing in popularity for surgical procedures. How to treat Fibromyalgia According to the Mayo Clinic, Fibromyalgia is defined as a disorder that essentially heightens pain sensations in the body due to a misdiagnosis in the brain. Newly FDA-approved targeted therapy shows promising … GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA)- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. New targeted therapy shows promising results for some metastatic breast cancer patients. As part of our “Ask the Expert”, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with an oncologist about the groundbreaking treatment. When a patient receives a breast cancer diagnosis, […] Medical professionals expect ‘worse than normal’ … According to medical professionals, October through April are the peak months for flu illnesses. How to eat healthy without breaking the bank GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – Today’s grocery bills likely cost more than they did this time last year as the world suffers with high inflation, but that doesn’t mean more spending means less nutritious. Health benefits of walking Physical activity doesn’t need to be complicated. Something as simple as a daily brisk walk can help you live a healthier life. Recovering from Cognitive Issues caused by Long-Covid Greenville, SC (WSPA)- Some who have been infected with COVID-19 experience long-term effects from their infection known as long COVID. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7News Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with a speech-language pathologist about treatments available for neuro-cognitive issues in long covid patients. Long […] Affording your prescriptions amid record inflation GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA)- The pinch of record inflation over the past few months—can be felt at the pump, the grocery store, and even the pharmacy High prescription drug costs are plaguing millions of Americans. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with […] Therapy and treatments available for PTSD Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– According to the National Center for PTSD, about 3 in every 50 Americans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder at some point in their lives. As part of our “Ask the Expert”, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with a psychiatrist about trauma-focused therapy and treatments that […] How to manage Rheumatoid Arthritis Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– About one-in-four Americans have doctor-diagnosed arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray, spoke with a rheumatologist about managing one type, rheumatoid arthritis, and how those who have it can still […] How robotics are improving patient care A trip to the emergency room, hospital stay, or even a routine visit to your doctor– it’s likely there’s a robot in the room. View All Ask the Expert
Workouts to strengthen heart health GREENVILLE, S.C. (WCBD)– February is American Heart Month. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, we spoke to an exercise physiologist about workouts that can strengthen the heart muscle. Aerobic exercise, also known as ‘cardio’ is the most beneficial for your cardiovascular system. “The heart is a […]
Treating Acid Reflux Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– Having acid reflux, once in a while, is common according to the national institutes of health. Experiencing it regularly could be a sign of a more serious condition. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, we spoke with an expert about knowing when to seek medical attention. Acid reflux, also known […]
Identifying what ails you post-holiday season We’re well past the hustle of the holiday season, but a slew of illnesses linger in its wake.
Dietitians weigh in on the effects of diet and dementia While hopeful research is underway, there is no known cure for dementia, but there are ways that you can delay its onset.
Incorporating stretching into New Year’s resolution A new year means many of us are embarking on new workouts and setting new fitness goals.
Can Ozempic help you lose weight? GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) Ozempic is a popular type 2 diabetes medicine that is being used more commonly off-label across the country for weight loss. “There is a lot being learned that we didn’t know many years ago,” said Jessica Gonzalez Hernandez, M.D., Bon Secours St. Francis. Dr. Herdandez, the chief of surgery at Bon Secours, […]
Ask the Expert – How pressure in the air can directly … Living in the Upstate, we’re no strangers to frequent changes in the weather. Those hot and cold swings change the pressure in the air. That’s called barometric pressure or atmospheric pressure and its changes can impact your health.
Understanding and treating Gout Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– Around 8.3 million Americans have gout, according to a national health and nutrition survey. Painful attacks in the joints characterize the condition. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with a Rheumatologist about the chronic yet treatable condition. “Gout […]
Monitoring your blood pressure GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) At least 116 million adults suffer from high blood pressure in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Doctors said it’s a health factor that can be detrimental to your body if it goes untreated. What you eat and how you take care of your body contributes to your […]
How knowing your family medical history can be life-saving As part of our “Ask the Expert”, in Partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, we spoke with a nurse practitioner about why knowing your family’s history can be life-saving.
When is the best time for a joint replacement? Medical professionals said joint replacements are one of the most common orthopedic surgeries performed in the US.
Best practices for living with Type 2 Diabetes One in ten Americans live with type two diabetes, according to the centers for disease control. It’s a progressive disease that doesn’t discriminate, but there are practices that can help for people living with the chronic health condition.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in adults ADHD is a condition characterized by hyperactivity, trouble focusing, and being easily distracted.
How ambulatory surgery centers impact you, your recovery, … Ambulatory surgery centers, also commonly known as outpatient care centers, are growing in popularity for surgical procedures.
How to treat Fibromyalgia According to the Mayo Clinic, Fibromyalgia is defined as a disorder that essentially heightens pain sensations in the body due to a misdiagnosis in the brain.
Newly FDA-approved targeted therapy shows promising … GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA)- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. New targeted therapy shows promising results for some metastatic breast cancer patients. As part of our “Ask the Expert”, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with an oncologist about the groundbreaking treatment. When a patient receives a breast cancer diagnosis, […]
Medical professionals expect ‘worse than normal’ … According to medical professionals, October through April are the peak months for flu illnesses.
How to eat healthy without breaking the bank GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – Today’s grocery bills likely cost more than they did this time last year as the world suffers with high inflation, but that doesn’t mean more spending means less nutritious.
Health benefits of walking Physical activity doesn’t need to be complicated. Something as simple as a daily brisk walk can help you live a healthier life.
Recovering from Cognitive Issues caused by Long-Covid Greenville, SC (WSPA)- Some who have been infected with COVID-19 experience long-term effects from their infection known as long COVID. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7News Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with a speech-language pathologist about treatments available for neuro-cognitive issues in long covid patients. Long […]
Affording your prescriptions amid record inflation GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA)- The pinch of record inflation over the past few months—can be felt at the pump, the grocery store, and even the pharmacy High prescription drug costs are plaguing millions of Americans. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with […]
Therapy and treatments available for PTSD Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– According to the National Center for PTSD, about 3 in every 50 Americans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder at some point in their lives. As part of our “Ask the Expert”, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray spoke with a psychiatrist about trauma-focused therapy and treatments that […]
How to manage Rheumatoid Arthritis Greenville, S.C. (WSPA)– About one-in-four Americans have doctor-diagnosed arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon Secours St. Francis, 7NEWS Anchor Taylor Murray, spoke with a rheumatologist about managing one type, rheumatoid arthritis, and how those who have it can still […]
How robotics are improving patient care A trip to the emergency room, hospital stay, or even a routine visit to your doctor– it’s likely there’s a robot in the room.