With Medicare Open Enrollment approaching, local Medicare advisor Crystal Weise reminds beneficiaries to review their coverage before the enrollment period ends.

Open Enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, allowing Medicare recipients to compare plans and make changes for the coming year. Even those satisfied with their current coverage are encouraged to review their plans, as insurers may change premiums, copayments, prescription drug coverage, provider networks, and supplemental benefits each year.

Many Medicare Supplement policyholders have experienced significant premium increases in recent years, while some Medicare Advantage plans have updated provider networks and drug formularies. Reviewing these changes can help avoid unexpected costs or disruptions in care.

Beneficiaries should watch for their Annual Notice of Change (ANOC), review their list of doctors and medications, and consider total healthcare costs—including deductibles, copayments, prescriptions, and annual out-of-pocket limits.

Crystal Weise offers complimentary Medicare coverage reviews. To schedule a review or learn more, call: 571-358-2553.

ReGenerate Wellness Center is expanding its team with the addition of Jenny Burton, founder of EnerBalance Holistic Healing. Burton offers a unique blend of clinical hypnotherapy, holistic wellness coaching, energy work, and a background in Industrial/Organizational Psychology to help individuals move beyond stress and reconnect with their authentic selves.

Her newest venture, Porch Sittin’ with Jenny, extends that mission through nature walks, retreats, workshops, leadership experiences, and front porch conversations that encourage people to slow down, reconnect with God, find peace in nature, and remember who they were created to be. Jenny’s compassionate, whole-person approach complements Regenerate Wellness Center’s commitment to personalized, integrative care for the community.

ReGenerate Wellness Center is located at 2084 Woodruff Rd. Ste A in Greenville. For more information on Jenny Burton, call: 864-501-4294 or visit: JennyBurton.net. See ad, this page.

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry is proud to offer CARE® Esthetics, a division dedicated to regenerative aesthetic treatments that promote natural facial rejuvenation and healthy, radiant skin. Led by Katie Sino, DDS, CARE® Esthetics combines advanced technology with a personalized approach to help every guest look and feel their best.

One of the signature treatments offered is Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF), an innovative regenerative therapy that uses a guest’s own blood to concentrate platelets and growth factors that stimulate collagen production and support the body’s natural healing process. PRF can be used alone or combined with microneedling to improve skin tone, texture, fine lines, acne scars, and overall skin quality.

CARE® Esthetics also offers natural bio-fillers created from PRF to restore subtle facial volume while encouraging long-term collagen production. The result is refreshed, natural-looking facial rejuvenation without the use of synthetic fillers.

Whether guests are seeking smoother skin, improved texture, or a more youthful appearance, every treatment plan is customized to their unique goals. Guests interested in learning more about PRF, microneedling with PRF, bio-fillers, or other regenerative aesthetic services are invited to schedule a complimentary consultation with Katie Sino, DDS, and the CARE® Esthetics team.

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry is located at 1010 E. Butler Rd, in Greenville. For more information, call: 864-879-6494 or visit: PalmerDMD.com.

InsideOut Wellness Center is expanding its natural healing services with advanced cold laser therapy, giving patients a non-invasive option to support pain relief and accelerate the body’s healing process.

According to Owner and Practitioner Shay Hewitt, the effectiveness of cold laser therapy depends on the laser’s wavelength and power. “We use the MicroLight Smart Laser, which penetrates up to two inches into the body,” Hewitt says. “The light stimulates the mitochondria within the cells, helping them produce the energy needed to create new, healthy cells for faster healing.”

Hewitt says cold laser therapy works especially well alongside the center’s other wellness technologies. “When we combine cold laser therapy with our AmpCoil, PEMF, and red light therapy, we’re stacking therapies that work together to support the body’s natural healing process,” she says.

Cold laser therapy is commonly used to help relieve joint and muscle pain, support soft tissue healing, and promote cellular stimulation. Treatments are painless, take about 15 minutes, and fit easily into many wellness plans.

By adding this advanced technology to its holistic approach, InsideOut Wellness Center continues its commitment to providing natural therapies that help patients heal, recover, and improve their quality of life.

InsideOut Wellness Center is located at 1622 E. North St., Suite 4, in Greenville. For more information, call: 864-608-9984 or visit: InsideOutWellnessCenter.com.

Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Elizabeth Adams is helping clients take the guesswork out of their daily supplement routines with her new Supplement Review Sessions, now available at an introductory price of $75 through November 30, 2026.

Many people have a cabinet full of vitamins, minerals, and nutritional supplements but aren’t sure whether they’re benefiting from them—or if they still need them at all. According to Adams, some supplements may overlap, duplicate one another, or even work against your overall wellness goals.

During a personalized Supplement Review Session, Adams evaluates each client’s current supplement routine and provides guidance to help simplify it based on individual health needs and goals. The review is designed to eliminate unnecessary products, identify potential overlaps, and help clients make more informed choices about the supplements they take.

By streamlining a supplement routine, clients may not only better support their wellness but also save money by focusing on the products that truly serve their needs. The goal is to create a clear, personalized plan that brings confidence and simplicity to everyday health.

For more information or to schedule a Supplement Review Session, call Elizabeth Adams at 260-692-2217.

Apex Family Medicine has expanded into a new, larger Spartanburg office after outgrowing its original 80-square-foot location, allowing the practice to better serve a growing patient base seeking more personalized care.

Owned and operated by Family Nurse Practitioner Lauren Silver, FNP-C, Apex Family Medicine focuses on functional medicine, hormone replacement therapy, and medical weight loss services. The expanded space also supports the addition of new offerings, including vitamin IV therapy and bio-resonance testing.

Silver, who has a background in emergency nursing, created the practice to blend traditional medical care with a functional, holistic approach. She says the goal is to provide longer, more in-depth visits that prioritize understanding the full picture of a patient’s health.

Patients frequently share that they feel “finally heard” during their visits, reflecting the practice’s emphasis on relationship-based, individualized care.

Apex Family Medicine relocated to its expanded Spartanburg office approximately six months ago and is currently accepting new patients by appointment. To welcome new clients, the practice is offering $10 off the first visit when “Healthy Town Magazine” is mentioned at booking.

Apex Family Medicine is located at 292 S. Pine Street Suite A, in Spartanburg. For more information, call: 864-293-1440 or visit: ApexFamilyMed.com.

Prisma Health Direct Primary Care (DPC) is making high-quality, personalized healthcare more accessible and affordable for individuals and families across South Carolina. Designed to simplify primary care, DPC offers unlimited comprehensive and advanced primary care services for a flat monthly fee, with plans available for adults and dependents ages 3 and older.

Members benefit from unlimited in-office and virtual visits, same-day scheduling, extended appointment times, lab testing, wellness support with registered dietitian coaching, ongoing condition management and personalized health guidance. Convenient scheduling and secure messaging are also available through MyChart. Members may additionally participate in the 12-week Healthy You weight loss program designed to support long-term healthy lifestyle goals.

Fully owned and operated by Prisma Health, DPC offices in Greenville and Columbia are staffed by experienced providers and clinical support teams committed to delivering trusted, patient-centered care.

Beginning in 2026, members can now use HSA funds to pay DPC membership fees, creating even greater affordability—especially for self-employed professionals utilizing pre-tax healthcare dollars.

Prisma Health Direct Primary Care in Greenville is located at 1 E. Stone Ave. and in Columbia, 1333 Taylor St, Ste. 3D. For more information call: 864-522-6550 for Greenville office, and 803-296-7560 for Columbia office, or Visit: PrismaHealth.org/DPC.

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, a biological, holistic-centered dental practice in Greenville, is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Katie Sino to its clinical team. Originally from Maine, Dr. Sino earned her dental degree from New York University and has practiced dentistry in South Carolina since 2015. Over the course of her career, she has developed a growing passion for holistic dentistry, emphasizing the body’s natural ability to heal when supported by the right environment. IAOMT-trained, Dr. Sino integrates science-backed, biocompatible approaches into her patient care while prioritizing individualized treatment. She is known for taking time to listen closely to each guest and tailoring care to their unique health journeys. Her addition strengthens Palmer Distinctive Dentistry’s commitment to comprehensive, patient-centered, and biologically focused oral healthcare in the Greenville community. Patients can look forward to compassionate, individualized care that blends modern dental science with a holistic philosophy of wellness. She is excited to join a practice that aligns with her values of whole-body health and minimally invasive, preventive dentistry. Dr. Sino brings a calm, attentive approach that supports patient comfort and long-term oral wellness goals. She looks forward to serving the Greenville community with compassionate care everyday.

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry is located at 1010 E. Butler Rd. in Greenville. For more information, call: 864-879-6494 or visit: PalmerDMD.com.