Dr. Kate’s Medical Aesthetics

Laboratory tests can provide valuable information, but “normal” does not always mean optimal. The real value lies in understanding patterns, trends, and how those numbers fit into the larger picture of your health.

The harvest has always been a time to take stock of what has grown. Our health follows the same pattern, shaped by the simple daily habits that ultimately determine how we feel and function.

Nearly $1 million in grants is helping nonprofit organizations address healthcare needs and strengthen community well-being across Western North Carolina.

Stage4Hope has opened its Welcome Center at Ferngrove in Highlands, the first phase of a retreat and wellness campus for cancer patients and families.

September invites steadiness and shared care – a reminder that suicide prevention begins with noticing one another, offering presence, and keeping our community connected.

Inflammation has developed a pretty bad reputation. We hear about anti-inflammatory diets, supplements, and lifestyles, all aimed at reducing inflammation as much as possible. But this might surprise you: inflammation […]

September’s cooler air and softer light make healthy routines feel natural. Coach Clay Hartman encourages choosing just a few steady rhythms –movement, sleep, time outdoors – and repeating them through fall for lasting well‑being.

As more people choose to remain active throughout their lives, the need for orthopedic care continues to grow. Whether recovering from an injury, managing arthritis, or seeking relief from chronic pain, patients increasingly want access to highly specialized care without the inconvenience of traveling long distances.