Lexington Medical receives Chest Pain Accreditation
October 10, 2023
Lexington Medical Center has received Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention from the American College of Cardiology for its expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest…
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Laurens County Cancer Association One of Three Non-Profits to Receive Funding from Self Regional Healthcare
October 8, 2023
Laurens County Cancer Association was one of three non-profit organizations to receive funding from Self Regional Healthcare. Other non-profits receiving funding support were Healthy Learners and Emerald City Rotary Foundation.…
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Bon Secours offering free flu vaccines to the community
October 3, 2023
Health System to Host 4 Flu Clinics During October With the goal of making flu shots accessible throughout the community, Bon Secours is hosting a series of flu vaccine clinics…
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EdVenture creates a special place for kids with chronic health conditions
September 28, 2023A cancer diagnosis is tough for any family to face, but when the diagnosis is given to a child, it is especially heartbreaking. In honor of National Childhood Cancer and…
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Rippy makes historic scholarship gift
September 28, 2023
Barbara Harter Rippy sure knows how to leave a mark. The noted Union, South Carolina, philanthropist has just created a first-of-its-kind endowed scholarship at the Medical University of South Carolina…
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Organizations awarded opioid settlement funds for prevention efforts in Greenville, South Carolina
September 28, 2023
The POWER Collective, in partnership with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, RIZE Prevention, Inc., Just Say Something and Safe Rx, will implement a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to combating the opioid…
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Still Hopes is growing! Celebrating expanded HR department and growing Solutions for Living At Home home-care with a new building
September 26, 2023
Grand Opening of New Home For Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community’s Award-Winning Homecare Division, Solutions for Living at Home, And Growing Human Resources Division. Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community announces…
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Recovery Centers of America unveils newest facility in Greenville, SC
September 26, 2023
Recovery Centers of America (RCA), a healthcare network of treatment facilities for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions on the East Coast and in the Midwest, announces the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jill Smith, Jill Smith & Associates Counseling
September 25, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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MUSC launches program to bring medical residents to Florence
September 21, 2023
The Medical University of South Carolina is launching a new graduate medical education program through its Regional Health Network, which includes hospitals across the state. It will start at the…
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Well Walkers dates announced for October
September 21, 2023
Program offers community temperature-controlled space for exercise Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena have announced October dates for their Well Walkers program. While walking…
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South Carolina’s top research institutions collaborate to advance comprehensive Alzheimer’s disease research, medical discoveries and education
September 21, 2023As part of a statewide effort to address Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias more effectively and with the help of $10 million in legislative funding, Clemson University, the Medical…
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Berkeley County EMS achieves Advanced Pediatric Care Designation, Cardiac Care Award
September 19, 2023
Berkeley County EMS has been recognized as an Advanced Level Peds (Pediatric) Ready EMS Agency by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Bureau of EMS. For the sixth…
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Trident United Way announces new leadership hires: Astad, Johnson and Reams to join the organization this month
September 19, 2023
Trident United Way (TUW) is thrilled to announce three new leadership hires who will join the organization this month: Vice President of Institutional Funding, Director of Health and Director of…
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American Red Cross of South Carolina announces two more students selected for HBCU Ambassador program & scholarship
September 19, 2023
Claflin student, member of inaugural cohort, honored for collecting most units nationwide The American Red Cross of South Carolina is pleased to announce two students from South Carolina Historically Black…
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Kershaw’s Bela Family Dentistry welcomes Dr. Robert S. Hegler and team
September 18, 2023
Kershaw’s premier dental care provider, Bela Family Dentistry, is delighted to announce the newest addition to its team, Dr. Robert S. Hegler and his dedicated team from Kershaw, S.C. Dr.…
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Bon Secours invests in affordable housing
September 12, 2023
Health System Provides Rebuild Upstate with $50,000 Grant Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has announced a $50,000 mission grant for Rebuild Upstate, a nonprofit organization that exists to repair…
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Red Cross facing a national blood shortage
September 12, 2023
Donors needed now as hospital demand outpaces blood donations The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national…
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New Damar Hamlin PSA set to kick off a lifesaving football season
September 12, 2023
Damar Hamlin, national ambassador to the American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers movement, encourages all fans to learn lifesaving skill As professional football returns to stadiums across the country, Damar…
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DHEC Celebrates Grand Opening of New Laurens Public Health Department Location
September 11, 2023
On Friday, Sept. 8, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) celebrated the grand opening of its new public health department serving Laurens County at 3 Catherine…
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New Medical Rehabilitation Hospital opens in Cayce, S.C. provides nationally recognized rehabilitation services
September 7, 2023
The community is invited to the hospital’s on-site ribbon cutting from 12-2 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 20. Ernest Health, a nationally recognized healthcare provider, has announced the opening of Lexington Regional…
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Governor Henry McMaster Holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for S. 569, State Alzheimer’s Plan
September 7, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster was joined yesterday by the South Carolina Alzheimer’s Association, state agency leaders, and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of S. 569, which…
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Sportsclub hosting Parkinson’s Awareness events
September 1, 2023
For the next 30 days, one of the Upstate’s premier fitness clubs is inviting the community to “work out and give back,” offering 30 days of fitness while helping find…
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Walk with a Future Doc monthly event
August 29, 2023
The event is organized by USC School of Medicine (SOMG) medical students. Come stroll for your health! A monthly Walk with a Future Doc event encourages Lifestyle Medicine within the…
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Schmidt named CEO of Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
August 29, 2023
Roxanna Schmidt has been named Chief Executive Officer of Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital. The 36-bed medical rehabilitation hospital provides specialized rehabilitative care to patients who are recovering from disabilities caused…
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Good Shepherd Clinic of Laurens County Welcomes Tamika Lang as New Service Provider
August 27, 2023
The Good Shepherd Free Medical Clinic of Laurens County recently welcomed Tamika Lang as a service provider at the clinic. Lang is a board-certified Physician Assistant with experience in Internal…
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ProHealth Center: Providing Holistic Wellness Services in Laurens County
August 27, 2023
ProHealth Center has been open since 2018, yet many don’t know about this hidden gem in our community. They pride themselves in taking an integrative approach and offer patients traditional…
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Carolina Sunshine for Children 2nd annual 5k for children
August 24, 2023
Walk, run, or roll to grant wishes for children in South Carolina! Local nonprofit Carolina Sunshine for Children will host its second annual 5k for children to raise funds that…
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Life Sciences Forum to draw business, academia from across state to Columbia Sept. 14
August 23, 2023
Registration is surging and a full house is expected for SCbio’s Midyear Life Sciences Forum 2023 on Thursday, Sept. 14 in Columbia. The half-day program is focused on critical issues…
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Fetter Health Care Network awarded $2 million grant toward maternal health care efforts
August 22, 2023
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has been awarded the Quality Improvement Fund Maternal Health (QIF-MH) grant, a $2 million award provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
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Hank and Laurel Greer expand their generosity with a significant contribution to Roper St. Francis Healthcare
August 15, 2023
Generous gift will expand access to care for Berkeley County’s underserved and uninsured A recent gift from Hank and Laurel Greer will expand the Roper St. Francis Greer Transitions Clinic…
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American Red Cross recognizes 130th Anniversary of the Sea Island Hurricane and impacts on the Lowcountry
August 14, 2023
What One hundred and thirty years ago, one of the deadliest hurricanes in American history made landfall on August 27, 1893. Now known as the Sea Island Hurricane, the storm…
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Board of Trustees approve FY24 operating budget, establish new MUSC Institute for Neuroscience Discovery
August 14, 2023
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled committee sessions and board meeting on August 10 and 11,…
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Prisma Health build new new adaptive sports facility at Unity Park
August 13, 2023
Prisma Health’s Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation (RCP) Hospital is working with community partners to create an initiative at Unity Park that will be focused on expanding community access to adaptive…
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CDS hosts 2023 Eggs Benefit with guest speaker Michael Hayes
August 11, 2023
The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host their 12th annual Eggs Benefit on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at The Poinsett Club in Downtown Greenville. Breakfast will be served at…
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First Students Graduate from Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
August 10, 2023
The Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program sent its first student cohort into the profession Saturday following its inaugural commencement exercise in Belk Auditorium. Thirteen new doctors of occupational therapy…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jack Neil, Hank AI
August 9, 2023
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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South Carolina-based IMCS, Tymora Analytical partner to streamline exosome research
August 9, 2023
Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems, Inc. (“IMCS”), a leader in automating laboratory workflows, and Tymora Analytical, an authority in exosome purification and proteomics services, have announced a significant enhancement to their ongoing…
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Jay McKay, II named as a 2023 South Carolina Icon
August 9, 2023
McKay Firm Senior Partner, Julius W. “Jay” McKay, II was recently named to the exclusive South Carolina Icons list for 2023 by the South Carolina & North Carolina Lawyers Weekly.…
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US News & World Report names Bon Secours Hospitals Best in Greenville Metro area
August 7, 2023
Bon Secours St. Francis has been recognized as a “Best Hospital” for 2022 by the U.S. News & World Report. Together, the health system’s two hospital campuses – St. Francis…
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First Choice Makes Going Back to School Easy and Fun in North Charleston
August 2, 2023
Jump-Start Back-to-School event offers school supplies, backpacks, and more Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its third Jump-Start Back-to-School event of the summer, featuring back-to-school information, children’s activities,…
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Bela Family Dentistry welcomes Dr. Damaris Collier
August 2, 2023
Bela Family Dentistry of White Knoll welcomes Dr. Damaris Collier. Born and raised in Lexington and a graduate of White Knoll High School, Collier says she is thrilled to serve her…
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Veteran healthcare leaders aim to bridge medical care gaps with new company
August 1, 2023For the past three years, a group of skilled former medical care leaders have heard almost weekly stories from friends, neighbors and former co-workers about their dissatisfaction with the state…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Fentanyl Trafficking Bill Into Law
August 1, 2023
Renews Call for Legislators to Close Revolving Door for Criminals with Illegal Guns Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, state and local law enforcement…
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Kiawah Island Club’s Second Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic raises $300,000
August 1, 2023Greg Olsen presents check to MUSC Children’s Hospital on July 28th to help expand pediatric cardiovascular foundation’s services to patients and families in the Charleston region Kiawah Island Club –…
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MUSC ranked state’s No. 1 hospital ninth year in row
August 1, 2023
U.S. News & World Report releases annual national rankings MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston was named by U.S. News & World Report for the ninth year in a…
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Palmetto Assessments and Learning Services have opened two office in South Carolina
July 31, 2023
Palmetto Assessments and Learning Services is now open and serving families in Clemson and Charleston, South Carolina. Co-Owners, Ashleigh Langheim and Liz Hiller founded PALS in 2023 with the belief…
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SC Association of Health Underwriters announces 2023-2024 new board members
July 31, 2023
The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) proudly announces its new officers and board of directors for the 2023-2024 year. The 2023-2024 SCAHU Officers include President Bradley George, Principal…
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The Insurance Source hires Rodney Evans as Administrative Assistant
July 28, 2023
Rodney Evans has joined The Insurance Source as an Administrative Assistant. Evans recently graduated from North Greenville University where he got his degree in Business Management. This year he will…
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Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital will launch initiative at Unity Park to expand community access to adaptive sports and wellness
July 28, 2023
Prisma Health’s Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation (RCP) Hospital is working with community partners to create an initiative in downtown Greenville at Unity Park that will be focused on expanding community access…
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