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Wellness

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From anxiety to injuries, Prisma Health’s primary care providers answer readers’ questions about men’s health. | Photo provided by Prisma Health/credit Field Brabham

Let’s face it, fellas, going to the doctor for a check up or that occasional pain in your side is not your favorite thing to do — or so the studies show.

That’s why we asked readers to submit their men’s health questions for this month’s installment of Prisma Health On Call — our Q+A series that connects you to the healthcare professionals at Prisma Health. Here with the answers are Prisma Health‘s primary care providers, tackling reader-submitted questions about sports injuries, cancer screenings, and more.

Big thanks to John Manna, FNP, and Meghan Martin, FNP, for their knowledge + expertise.

Q: I always get horrible anxiety when I go to the doctor. What can I do to relax?

A: It’s not uncommon for people to get anxiety when going to the doctor. Here are a few steps you can take to help you relax:

Deep breathing. Try breathing in through your nose for 5 seconds and then out through your mouth for 5 seconds and then repeat.
Do something relaxing before your appointment. Listen to calming music or complete a guided meditation.
Bring a family member or friend with you as support. They can help ask questions and write things down for you if your anxiety makes those things more difficult.
Let your provider know you’re anxious. They can help provide more clarity and address your concerns.

Remember that your doctor is on your side and wants to partner with you to keep you as healthy as possible.

Q: Is there a test that screens for all forms of cancer? It seems that doctors often detect it too late.

A: While the goal of cancer screenings is to detect different kinds of cancer early so that patients have the best possible outcomes, there is not one specific test that screens for all forms of cancer. To help reduce your risk of cancer, it is important to have a relationship with a primary care provider who can discuss with you which cancer screenings are appropriate and at what age to start. These recommendations are based on your personal and family medical history.

There are also lifestyle changes that can help reduce your risk of cancer which are important to discuss with your primary care provider.

Keep reading to see answers to questions about preventing sports injuries and more.*

Travel and Outdoors

A bucket of freshly picked strawberries from Bush-n-Vine, a u-pick farm in the Olde English District.

The Olde English District (Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Union, and York counties) has plenty of farms to explore — perfect for a springtime day trip. | Photo by Visit York County

Did you know? Our agriculture-driven state has nearly 25,000 farms and 4.8 million acres of farmland.

If you’d like to get hands-on by picking your favorite fruits and veggies this spring, plan a day trip or a weekend away to these agritourism destinations in the Olde English District:

Cotton Hills Farm and Market | 2575 Lowrys Hwy., Chester (~1 hour 30 minutes from Greenville) | This family-owned farm offers u-pick strawberries April-June with the chance to pick your own peaches, tomatoes, flowers, sweet corn, okra, and more in June through the end of summer. Head back in the fall for pumpkins and collards during the winter months.
Bush-N-Vine Farm | 1650 Filbert Hwy., York (~1 hour 16 minutes from Greenville) | What started as a peach farm has branched into much more. Guests can pick their own strawberries, blueberries, peaches, blackberries, sunflowers, and pumpkins, all depending on the season. Pro tip: Check out the Farm Cafe before you leave for fresh donuts, ice cream, slushies, hot dogs + more.
McLeod Farms | 29247 Hwy. 151, McBee | (~2 hours 30 minutes from Greenville) | Since 1916, this farm has been growing delicious peaches and other produce. Starting in April, the farm invites guests to fill their buckets full of juicy strawberries. With 800+ acres of peaches, 60 acres of strawberries, 10 acres of blackberries, and more, McLeod Farms has a lot to explore.*

See the full list of farms

News Notes

Closing

The YMCA of Greenville will sell its Program Center at 100 Adams Mill Rd. (in the Five Forks area). The funds will help expand the Prisma Health Family YMCA facility at Brookwood Point near Mauldin. (The Post and Courier Greenville)

Award

Six & Twenty Distillery landed on USA Today’s 10best Reader’s Choice list for “Best Craft Whiskey,” highlighting its Old Money low-intensity wheat whiskey and the world’s first five-grain bourbon whiskey. It needs your help to take the top spot. Vote daily.

Kids

Get your swimsuits ready. The Greenville Water Splash Pad at Unity Park reopens for the summer season Monday, May 1.

Outdoors

Zip into this Earth Day deal: Save $14 per person at the Upstate Zipline at Keowee-Toxaway State Park at 108 Residence Dr., Sunset from Friday, April 21-Sunday, April 23. Book now with the code EARTH23 to experience 10 different ziplines between the trees.

Ranked

No. 22. That’s where Greenville ranked on WalletHub’s list of the “Best Small Cities for Starting a Business.” The data evaluated factors like average growth in the number of small businesses to investor access to labor costs.

Network

Grab your popcorn, GVL — Networking Goes to the Movies on Thursday, May 11 from 5-7:15 p.m. at Endeavor. The Collaborators & Cocktails series welcomes former Regal Cinemas CMO Ken Thewes for an inside look at the movie biz + a fascinating AR case study — all with fun cocktails, of course. Reach out to request tickets.*

Health

Before you write off your aches and pains as just a part of aging, consider this: Shoulder pain after 40 can have multiple causes and trying to “live with” the pain might lead to more severe problems later. Find out how to minimize shoulder pain + regain a comfortable range of motion.*

Eat

Would you try chorizo pizza with al pastor sauce on a corn masa crust? How about a red pepper hummus and spinach pie? Check out these five adventurous pizza options from Lowes Foods, perfect for those nights when you just don’t feel like cooking.*

Travel

Whether it’s for sightseeing or getting down to business, take advantage of nonstop flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Starting Friday, May 5, American Airlines is offering two daily round trip flights to the Big Apple. Book a flight + learn more.*

Fun Fact

In case you missed it, there’s still a chance to win $500 by taking our brief survey. Your feedback is important to us, and we want to ensure the content we deliver to you is relevant. Take the survey.

Finance

Many Americans worry they’re not saving enough for retirement — and rightfully so. Find out if your savings meet the recommended amount by age, and how a financial advisor could help.*

Number

33.7+ million. That’s how many bottles of Champagne the US consumed in 2022. Keep the bubbly flowing with our favorite vacuum insulated Champagne + wine chiller from S’well, plus the easiest Champagne stopper you’ll ever use.

Correction

Yesterday, we told you about City Council’s recent workshop for its 2024 fiscal year budget. The budget’s proposed capital improvements total $56 million, while the complete proposed budget is ~$200 million+. Read about the full budget breakdown.

Development

Get ready to sit, sip, and swing. | Renderings by Project Plus

Mauldin’s getting a city center. Meet Maverick Yards, an entertainment district with homes and future access to the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail.

The city sold 6.5 acres to the Parker Group and Longbranch Development for $1.15 million to help transform Mauldin “from a crossroad community to a destination.”

A 20,000-sqft industrial warehouse will become “The Pickle Yard” featuring:

Pickleball courts
3-4 food concepts
A beer garden
A stage for live entertainment
Outdoor seating

There will also be 40+ townhomes for rent.

Demolition begins this summer and it’s all slated to open in winter 2024.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Danielle

From the editor

Was anyone else at Ben Rector’s sold out show at the Peace Center on Saturday night? He made it clear he loves our city and even called Greenville an “unexpected favorite.” Find yourself in his Instagram post — bonus points if you find me on the left side.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Dig into the city’s proposed 2024 budget.

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