News From Around the South Carolina Lowcountry
Beaufort Memorial to offer free skin cancer screenings in Okatie through Mobile Wellness Unit
OKATIE, S.C. – In addition to the regularly offered free and low-cost health screenings offered at Beaufort Memorial Mobile Wellness Unit events, the nonprofit hospital will be offering skin cancer screenings in Okatie on May 16 in collaboration with a local dermatologist.
Beaufort Memorial’s 40-foot healthcare mobile wellness unit brings free and low-cost health screenings to businesses, local neighborhoods, health fairs, schools, churches and other locations around the Lowcountry.
On Friday, May 16, the mobile unit will be parked at the Beaufort Memorial Okatie Medical Pavilion (122 Okatie Center Blvd. North) offering free skin cancer screenings in collaboration with a local dermatologist – no appointment necessary.
In addition, board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Heidi Harrington, who leads Beaufort Memorial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, will be on site at the mobile unit for initial cosmetic and skin care consultations. The practice is located on the second floor of the Okatie Medical Pavilion.
If you have fair skin, had multiple sunburns during childhood or have a family history of skin cancer, you should make regular exams a priority. You should also perform skin self-exams regularly, looking out for suspicious spots or moles that are asymmetrical, have uneven borders, include different colors or shades, have a diameter of larger than a quarter-inch, or have changed in size, shape or color.
Other free services offered by the Beaufort Memorial mobile unit team include blood pressure checks for hypertension (high blood pressure), blood sugar checks for diabetes and clinical breast and prostate cancer exams. For a nominal $10, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood tests and lipid profiles to check cholesterol levels are also available.
For more information about the free and low-cost community health services offered by Beaufort Memorial and the mobile unit, please visit BeaufortMemorial.org/MobileWellnessUnit.
Anna Gooding set to graduate from University of Georgia
ATHENS, GA — Anna Bishop Gooding is among the more than 8,000 candidates for graduation in the University of Georgia's Class of 2025 who will be celebrated during Commencement exercises this week.
Gooding, of Hampton, is a candidate for a MED College Student Affairs Admin.
"We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our University of Georgia students in the Class of 2025," said President Jere W. Morehead. "Commencement is a meaningful tradition that allows students, families and friends to reflect on the hard work and perseverance that brought them to this moment. We look forward to seeing the many ways these graduates will continue to make a difference as alumni of the University of Georgia."
The spring undergraduate ceremony will take place Friday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Sanford Stadium. The spring graduate ceremony will be held in two sessions on Thursday, May 8, with the master's/specialist ceremony starting at 10 a.m. and the doctoral ceremony starting at 2:30 p.m. in Stegeman Coliseum.
UGA alumnus Jarryd Wallace, four-time Paralympian and winner of two bronze medals, will deliver the spring undergraduate Commencement address. Paige Carmichael, Josiah Meigs Distinguished Teaching Professor and University Professor in the department of pathology, will deliver the address at the graduate ceremonies.
For additional details and a complete 2025 Commencement schedule, visit UGA's Commencement website, commencement.uga.edu.
Palmetto Animal League Pets for Adoption
Salma was a wonderful mother to her puppies, and now it's time to find a home of her own. She's a kindhearted girl who enjoys the company of other dogs. Salma loves her walks and is well behaved on a leash. She's also a bit of a couch potato, always ready to curl up for some quiet time. And who could blame her after raising all those puppies! She's a super smart, laid-back, 2-year-old girl who is ready to walk right into your heart and home without ever looking back. For more info, call PAL at 843-645-1725 or email Info@PalmettoAnimalLeague.org.
Winken is a warm, friendly 1-year-old girl with a zest for life! She loves being the center of attention, and she'll always greet you at the door. She is curious about everything and loves to be involved. With this lively, affectionate girl by your side, you'll never be lonely! Winken is ready to brighten your days and fill your home with joy. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and microchipped. For more info, call PAL at 843-645-1725 or email Info@PalmettoAnimalLeague.org.