Dr. Kaitlyn Wright Newman, Family & Lifestyle Medicine Doctor

04/14/2026

Sometimes the simplest habits make the biggest impact!

Walking is one of the easiest ways to support your health:
✨ Boosts mood and reduces stress
✨ Supports heart health
✨ Helps improve energy and focus
✨ Aids in maintaining a healthy weight
✨ Gets you moving—no gym required

Even 10–15 minutes a day can make a difference. Start small, stay consistent, and enjoy the benefits step by step.

04/12/2026

Your cholesterol isn’t just a number—it’s a timeline of your future health.

The new March 2026 ACC/AHA cholesterol guidelines are a big shift in how we think about heart disease prevention—and for good reason. Instead of reacting late, we’re getting smarter about early, lifelong risk.

One major update? Screening for Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), at least once in your lifetime.
Lp(a) is a genetic cholesterol particle that can quietly increase your risk of heart attack and stroke—even if your standard cholesterol looks “normal.” Since you’re born with it and it doesn’t change much, one test can give lifelong insight.

You may also notice that cholesterol goals seem more aggressive than before. That’s not about over-treatment—it’s about understanding that cholesterol exposure is cumulative over time. Think of it like “cholesterol years.” The longer your arteries are exposed to higher levels, the greater the risk of plaque buildup. Lowering it earlier = protecting your future self.

But here’s the foundation for everyone:

✔️ Whole-food, plant-predominant nutrition
✔️ Regular physical activity
✔️ Avoiding to***co and limiting harmful substances
✔️ Managing stress
✔️ Prioritizing restorative sleep

These are powerful—and often underestimated—tools.

That said, lifestyle isn’t always enough, especially with genetic risks like high Lp(a). The good news? We now have more medication options than ever to safely and effectively lower risk when needed.

💬 Talk with your primary care physician about your cholesterol, whether Lp(a) testing makes sense for you, and what approach fits your life best.

👉 Share this with someone who cares about their long-term health—and drop a comment if you’ve ever had your cholesterol (or Lp(a)) checked!

04/08/2026

Strong Mamas, Strong Babies is back!
We’re excited to launch our next 7-week session starting NEXT WEEK April 9 at 10:30 AM at the Dream Center!

This FREE program is designed for:
- Pregnant moms
- Moms with babies up to 6 months old

Each week, we cover important topics like:
- Nutrition & healthy pregnancy
- Safe sleep
- Parenting & newborn care

And to celebrate all their hard work, we end the program with a special baby shower, where moms receive many of the essential items they need for their baby.

Our last cohort was entirely Spanish-speaking and taught in Spanish, this upcoming session will be offered in English.

If you or someone you know could benefit from this program, we’d love to have you join us! Tap/Click the link to register!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdr2tUnsyWy-3ZKGWGQB0LNknjrrDuVp35RKgDNrS09cZGAg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

04/07/2026

04/04/2026

We always love to hear feedback from our patients! Thank you for all the wonderful support we have received over the years!🤩

04/02/2026

April is a time to promote understanding, kindness, and acceptance for individuals with autism. 💙🧩

Together, we can build a community that celebrates differences and supports every individual’s journey.

03/18/2026

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03/01/2026

It's Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!!!🎉😍

So why are we celebrating the awareness that Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Awareness Month brings with it? 👇

💙Not only is CRC the SECOND leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. for men & women, but it's the LEADING cause of cancer death for men & women under 50
💙The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that 158,850 Americans will be diagnosed and 55,230 will lose their life to CRC this year
💙BUT, when caught in its early stages, CRC is extremely treatable and beatable!

That's why awareness, this month and beyond, is SO important!!

Learn more about CRC and GET SCREENED! 💪👉 https://ow.ly/hl9k50Yng9e

02/17/2026

VCOM’s Free Mobile Medical Unit will return to Six Mile Baptist Church on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., continuing to serve as an extension of Samaritan Health Clinic (a non-profit free clinic in Easley).

To make an appointment or learn more, call (864) 855-0853 ext. 1010. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome!

Upcoming 2026 Service Dates in Six Mile:
February 19
March 19
April 6

To qualify, individuals must:
Live in Pickens County
Bring photo ID
Provide proof of income for all household members

For full scope eligibility guidelines and services: https://samaritanhealthclinic.org/services-and-eligibility/

02/16/2026

02/15/2026

💙 Palliative care isn’t just for the very end—it’s about living better with serious illness!

Many people think palliative care and hospice are the same—but there’s a key difference. Palliative care focuses on relieving symptoms, managing pain, and supporting emotional, spiritual, and practical needs at any stage of a serious illness, even while receiving treatments like chemo, dialysis, or surgery. Hospice, on the other hand, is for when life expectancy is limited and treatment is no longer focused on curing the illness.

Benefits of palliative care include:
• Better symptom management (pain, fatigue, nausea)
• Emotional and mental health support for patients and families
• Guidance on treatment decisions and care planning
• Improved quality of life, no matter the stage of illness

You don’t have to wait until things feel overwhelming—palliative care teams work alongside your current doctors to help you live as comfortably and fully as possible.

💌 Share this with a loved one who might benefit from knowing about palliative care! Have you or a family member had experience with palliative care? Comment below and let us know your story.