NIH awards MUSC $11.3 million to study autism, other neurodevelopmental differences
May 2, 2023
The National Institutes of Health has awarded the Medical University of South Carolina $11.3 million dollars to create a Center of Biomedical Research Excellence, or COBRE, focusing on neurodevelopmental conditions.…
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Do What You Love: Nathan Bridges Completes BSN Degree with Lander’s RN-BSN Completion Program
May 2, 2023
After earning a degree in business, former Lander University baseball player Nathan Bridges spent his first few years out of college working in the accounting field. But in 2018, after…
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Prisma Laurens Hospital Hosting Onsite Hiring Event May 4
May 1, 2023
Prisma Laurens County is holding a job fair and want you to share your talent with them. The in-person hiring event will be held on Thursday, May 4 from 9…
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Regional Hospice & Palliative Care Provider Announces New Name
April 27, 2023
Hospice of Laurens County Will Continue Serving the Community as VIA Health Partners Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region (HPCCR), and Hospice of Laurens County, announce their official name change…
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Probo Medical acquires Charelston-based Ultra Select Medical
April 26, 2023
Probo Medical (“Probo”), a leading global provider of medical imaging equipment, parts, repair and service, announced the acquisition of Ultra Select Medical, LLC . Terms of the transaction were not…
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Helicopter Unveiling Event Shows Off Newest Air Medical Asset in Laurens County
April 26, 2023
LifeNet and Prisma Health hold unveiling event to highlight expanded air medical service in Upstate South Carolina A life-saving helicopter is flying over Laurens County thanks to a new air…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks multiple MUSC programs among best graduate schools
April 25, 2023
Several programs at the Medical University of South Carolina are included in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 rankings of the Best Graduate Schools. USNWR analyzed more than 10,000 graduate programs…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare provides free high school sports physicals
April 25, 2023
Sports Medicine professionals volunteering time, expertise for high school students Teams of Roper St. Francis Healthcare physicians, physical therapists and athletic trainers are volunteering their time and skills to help…
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MUSC Board of Trustees, leadership celebrate new College of Pharmacy
April 18, 2023Also re-imagined Colbert Education Center and Library The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled committee sessions and…
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Proactive MD celebrates grand opening of new Health Center in Greer
April 17, 2023Advanced Primary Care provider Proactive MD is pleased to officially open its 11th Health Center in South Carolina. Located in Greer, the facility will expand the group’s Upstate footprint and…
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Caregiver
April 11, 2023
Elite Home Care is seeking enthusiastic caregivers in the Laurens, SC area!! Elite Home Care, LLC is a non-medical in-home care company that specializes in helping seniors and adults with…
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Life Line Screening at Westminster Presbyterian Church on April 17
April 11, 2023
Life Line Screening assesses nearly 1 million people each year for risks of stroke and cardiovascular disease. According to their website, for 4 out of 5 people who have a…
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Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) is back
April 11, 2023
After a few years’ departure due to COVID-19, the Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) returns to Spartanburg on Saturday, April 22nd. This FREE community-wide event promises fun, food, entertainment, and…
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Trident United Way awards $50,000 in Community Engagement grants
April 10, 2023
18 Local Nonprofits Receive up to $3,500 for Community Outreach Events Trident United Way announced the 2023 Community Engagement Grant awards totaling over $50,000 to Tri-County nonprofits with up to…
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Richland County to begin controlling for mosquitoes
April 6, 2023
Through preventive efforts, residents can also help keep the pests away Residents should expect to see Richland County employees spraying for mosquitoes in the coming months, as Vector Control staff…
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Bon Secours offers new treatment option for carpal tunnel patients
April 6, 2023Drs. Megan Friend and Fiesky Nunez Bon Secours is now offering patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) a new, high-tech treatment option that is minimally invasive.…
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Hospice of Laurens County – More About Living Than Dying
April 5, 2023
For most of us, the word hospice conjures up thoughts of “end of life” and dying with dignity and minimal pain. At Hospice of Laurens County, it’s less about dying…
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SC Nurse Retention Initiative awarded $36,000 grant from Power:Ed to retain vital nursing talent in the Lowcountry
April 4, 2023The SC Nurse Retention Initiative (SCRI), an effort dedicated to attracting and retaining top nursing talent in Beaufort and Jasper Counties, has been awarded a $36,000 grant from Power:Ed, a…
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Prisma Health announces Julian Kim, MD, as new Cancer Institute president
March 31, 2023
Julian Kim, MD, has been appointed president of the Prisma Health Cancer Institute. In this role, he will oversee the health care system’s comprehensive cancer program which is the largest…
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Prisma Health announces Julian Kim, MD, as new Cancer Institute president
March 30, 2023
Julian Kim, MD, has been appointed president of the Prisma Health Cancer Institute. In this role, he will oversee the health care system’s comprehensive cancer program which is the largest…
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Local nonprofit’s virtual fundraiser raises over $2k for Greenville’s homeless
March 29, 2023
Bright Lights Greenville, a local nonprofit supporting the homeless, has raised more than $2,000 through their virtual fundraiser held March 13-17. Bright Lights Greenville is a 501(c)(3) youth-led organization aimed…
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New rankings show healthiest and least healthy counties in South Carolina
March 29, 2023
Beaufort County ranks the healthiest in South Carolina and Allendale is the least healthy county in the state, according to new County Health Rankings data from the University of Wisconsin…
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NFlyte launches first life skills app built for autistic adults and their families
March 28, 2023
Adults with autism can manage their lives independently with easy-to-use technology while giving parents full remote visibility into daily progress and accomplishments CHARLESTON, SC – NFlyte, an autism life skills…
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Entrepreneur Minute – David Stefanich, Rymedi
March 28, 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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SCbio names 11 life science leaders from across state to Board of Directors
March 27, 2023
Fiduciary and Operations Board members span state and industry segments, provide unique blend of expertise to lead for fast-growing industry Five years after undertaking a complete relaunch of the state’s…
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Elite Home Care, Day Centers and Transportation – Laurens
March 21, 2023
Elite Home Care and Day Centers offers award winning, professional, and DHEC certified care throughout South Carolina. Whether it’s in-home care, Adult Day Care, or transportation needs for seniors, young…
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ProGrin Dental
March 20, 2023
At ProGrin Dental, we enjoy serving the Boiling Springs, SC community with excellent dental care. Our services include porcelain veneers, dental implants, pediatric dentistry, sedation and more! We offer several…
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MUSC and Zucker Institute name new CEO
March 14, 2023
After a national search process, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and the Zucker Institute for Innovation Commercialization (ZI) announced today that Todd Headley has been named as new…
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Columbia uniform shop sold to new owner
March 14, 2023
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading business brokerage firm, announced the successful sale of ScrubTrendz, Inc., a trusted medical uniform shop located at 4508 Saint Andrews Road in Columbia, to The…
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Bon Secours offers tips to help you spring forward
March 9, 2023
It’s almost that time of year again – when we all move our clocks forward and lose an hour of sleep. Oddly enough, springing forward does little to add any…
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Dr. Abigayle Campbell, PharmD, BCPS Named SCSHP 2022 Young Pharmacist of the Year
March 7, 2023
Dr. Abigayle Campbell, PharmD, BCPS, daughter of Angela and Curtis Campbell of Clinton, was recently named The South Carolina Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SCSHP) 2022 Young Pharmacist of the Year.…
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Program Assistant (RBT)
March 7, 2023
Do you have a passion for serving the underserved? If so, become a part of The Unumb Center team today! The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment is seeking enthusiastic individuals who…
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LifeNet Expands Air Medical Service with New Base in Laurens County
March 3, 2023
A trusted name in air medical service is ready to answer the call when residents of Laurens County and beyond need emergency care. LifeNet 7 opened on Wednesday, March 1 in…
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Bon Secours and American Family Care Strengthen Partnership in Upstate
March 2, 2023
Bon Secours will now operate 18 urgent care facilities in Upstate South Carolina Bon Secours is expanding its network of urgent care centers in Upstate South Carolina through their affiliation…
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Entrepreneur Minute – David Orr, Medpoint
March 2, 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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Prisma Laurens Hospital to Host Job Fair March 2
March 1, 2023
Prisma Laurens County is holding a job fair and want you to share your talent with them. The in-person hiring event will be held on Thursday, March. 2 from 9 a.m.-2…
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State honors three leaders, one organization as largest life sciences conference ever convenes in Charleston
February 27, 2023
Attendees salute USC’s Dean of Pharmacy Stephen Cutler, MUSC’s Caroline Brown, Nephron Pharmaceutical’s Lou Kennedy, and Liberty’s Abbott with top honors A record gathering of life science leaders from across…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina continues to rank among Forbes’ best large employers
February 24, 2023
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been recognized again by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers. BlueCross President and CEO Michael J. Mizeur says this year’s ranking highlights…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC, Congressman Timmons tour Prisma Health Transplant Center
February 22, 2023We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), the state’s federally designated organ procurement organization (OPO), was joined by U.S. Representative William Timmons today for a tour of the Prisma Health Transplant…
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MUSC names new chief communications and marketing officer
February 21, 2023
After a national search process, Catherine (Cathie) Cannon, MBA, accepted the role of enterprise wide chief communications and marketing officer and joined the organization on Feb. 10. Cathie comes to…
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Liberty Senior Living announces Director of Marketing and Sales for The Peninsula of Charleston
February 16, 2023
Charleston native and former Director of Communications for the American Cancer Society’s Southeast region to oversee residential sales at proposed luxury independent living residence . Today, Liberty Senior Living, a…
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GlycoPath appoints Kathy Phlegar as CEO
February 15, 2023
GlycoPath Inc., developer of advanced bioanalytical assays based on its proprietary GlycoTyper™ immunoaffinity technology, has appointed Kathy Phlegar as CEO. This change comes as the company continues to drive towards commercialization of its…
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The Woodlands at Furman Director of Nursing honored with LeadingAge SC award
February 13, 2023
Desiree Reid, Director of Nursing at The Woodlands at Furman, has earned the LeadingAge SC Outstanding Leader Award. Desiree has worked at the Woodlands at Furman for over a decade.…
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MUSC Board of Trustees votes to move forward on long-term lease and operations agreement with tRMC
February 10, 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 Feb. 9 and 10,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kristina Loughery, Diversified Medical Healthcare
February 7, 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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$19 million settlement in non-intervened South Carolina False Claims Act case against Laboratory Corporation of America
February 7, 2023
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Two whistleblowers from Florence, South Carolina, Scarlett Lutz and Kayla Webster, have resolved their 10-year qui tam lawsuit against Laboratory Corporation of America, Inc. (“Labcorp”), one of…
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Pharmacy Technician
February 6, 2023
Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy is hiring a part-time pharmacy technician for the PC Community Care Pharmacy. This pharmacy serves the free clinic population in Laurens County and is located…
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Noted cancer researcher V.K. Gadi to keynote 2023 SC life sciences conference
February 6, 2023
Tomorrow Starts Here conference features 40+ speakers on mission-critical topics Internationally recognized cancer researcher and career educator Dr. V.K. Gadi, MD, PhD will be live in Charleston to keynote the…
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A Child’s Haven announces 2023 Board of Directors
February 3, 2023
A Child’s Haven (ACH) is proud to introduce our 2023 Board of Directors. These volunteers are ACH’s governing body. All members are elected to a three-year term of office, and…
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CSU one of two SC colleges to provide self-diagnostic kiosk on campus
February 1, 2023
Charleston Southern University has installed a free self-diagnostic medical kiosk in the Student Center that provides the campus population fast and safe 24/7/365 access to self-diagnostic COVID tests. Through a…
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