Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
October 18, 2018Twenty-four interns are now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of…
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SCHA awards $50,000 in grants for healthcare education at Clemson, USC
October 15, 2018
The South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) has awarded Clemson University and the University of South Carolina $25,000 each to support the development of a high-quality healthcare workforce, with the potential…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice HealthPlan of South Carolina engaging members with telehealth option
October 15, 2018BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and BlueChoice® HealthPlan of South Carolina are urging people to consider telehealth for their next non-emergency room doctor visit. Members can use the service for behavioral health,…
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New breast cancer prevention options: Is genetic testing right for you?
October 9, 2018
Since 1985, the U.S. has dedicated the month of October to a national focus on the screening, prevention and survivors of breast cancer. The increased focus on education, screening and…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina addresses urgent need with $500,000 to American Red Cross
September 28, 2018
Contribution goes to immediate relief needs in Hurricane Florence aftermath BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, the state’s only local health insurance company, is donating $500,000 to the American Red Cross…
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South Carolina Life Sciences conference features BIO global CEO Jim Greenwood, over 50 national speakers
September 26, 2018BIO global CEO Jim Greenwood will join more than 50 additional national speakers at SCBIO 2018 – the annual conference bringing top leaders and executives from life sciences organizations across…
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South Carolina Life Sciences conference features BIO global CEO Jim Greenwood, over 50 national speakers
September 26, 2018
BIO global CEO Jim Greenwood will join more than 50 additional national speakers at SCBIO 2018 – the annual conference bringing top leaders and executives from life sciences organizations across…
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Greenville Health System and Palmetto Health to become Prisma Health in early 2019
September 25, 2018
Greenville Health System (GHS) and Palmetto Health will unite under a new brand, Prisma Health, in early 2019. Since November 2017, GHS and Palmetto Health have been operating as the…
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UnitedHealth Group announces $500,000 donation to One SC Fund
September 23, 2018L to R: JoAnn M. Turnquist of Central Carolina Community Foundation, UHG executive Garland Scott, Gov. Henry McMaster, UHG executive Tommy O’Conner and Jack Shields of UHG Photo credit: T.C.…
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Greenville Health System and Palmetto Health to unite under a new brand identity early 2019
September 21, 2018Greenville Health System (GHS) and Palmetto Health will come together under a single brand, sharing a new name and logo, in early 2019. As part of the new identity,…
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Edison Healthcare and Proactive MD enter exclusive partnership
September 12, 2018
Edison Healthcare and Proactive MD have entered into an exclusive partnership that offers employers access to customized, compassionate, and evidence-based healthcare services at no cost to the patient and at reduced case rates for…
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Mary Black’s Center for Rehabilitative Medicine earns three-year CARF accreditation
August 27, 2018
CARF International announced that Mary Black Health System – Spartanburg’s Center for Rehabilitative Medicine has been accredited for a period of three years for its inpatient rehabilitation program. The Center, which has…
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AnMed Health partners with technical college for an additional hiring path
August 22, 2018AnMed Health and Tri-County Technical College have teamed-up for an initiative aimed at improving the recruiting and retention of assistive nursing personnel. AnMed Health has launched a patient care technician (PCT) program…
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DHEC and the Health Care Community promote South Carolina Immunization Week
August 15, 2018The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) along with the South Carolina Immunization Coalition and its partners, participated in an event hosted by Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital Wednesday, Aug.…
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Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health launches ‘Converge Autism Radio’ podcast on Mental Health News Radio
August 7, 2018
Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health, a nationally acclaimed residential program specializing in the treatment of behavioral issues exhibited by children and young adults with autism, announces the launch of “Converge Autism…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate receives A+ Certification from The Home Care Standards Bureau
August 6, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, is excited to announce that the home care agency has received an A+ certification…
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Research leads to potential treatment for rare disease
August 5, 2018
By Alyssa Yancey Research from University of South Carolina School of Medicine investigators Mitzi Nagarkatti and Prakash Nagarkatti has led to Food and Drug Administration approval of cannabidiol (CBD), a…
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LowCountry Women’s Specialists welcomes Dr. Hunter Smith
August 1, 2018
LowCountry Women’s Specialists welcomes Charleston-native, Dr. Hunter A. Smith to their OB/GYN practice. Dr. Smith provides comprehensive OB/GYN services, including routine wellness visits and high-risk pregnancy management, in both the…
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BlueCross BlueShield of SC, SC Hospital Association and SC Medical Association sign agreement for an Opioid Risk Prevention Partnership
July 30, 2018BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, South Carolina Hospital Association and South Carolina Medical Association have joined to form the Opioid Risk Prevention Partnership (ORPP), which is designed to advance the…
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CONA introduces new foot and ankle specialist, Dr. Michael Le
July 24, 2018
Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates (CONA) announced the addition of foot and ankle specialist Dr. Michael Le to their practice. “CONA is proud to welcome Dr. Le, who brings expertise…
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CONA introduces new foot and ankle specialist, Dr. Michael Le
July 23, 2018Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates (CONA) announced the addition of foot and ankle specialist Dr. Michael Le to their practice. “CONA is proud to welcome Dr. Le, who brings expertise…
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Bijou Dental Spa Opens in Downtown Greenville to provide clients with a relaxing, unexpected dental experience
July 17, 2018
Bijou Dental Spa opens in downtown Greenville offering general and cosmetic dentistry, facial rejuvenation and spa services to create a more pleasurable and relaxing experience for patients receiving preventive and…
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Interim Healthcare of the Upstate announces employee assistance fund
July 1, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, is pleased to announce the formation of the Ray Schroeder Employee Assistance Fund. Named…
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AnMed Health orthopaedic surgeons win award from Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
June 27, 2018
Two AnMed Health orthopaedic surgeons have been selected as recipients of the prestigious Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO) Award of Fellow. Dr. Darius Divina and Dr. Jesus Castillo were unanimously approved for the award of…
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AnMed Health unveils program aimed at early detection of lung cancer
June 19, 2018AnMed Health has unveiled a lung nodule program at the office of AnMed Health Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, 2000 E Greenville Street, Suite 1100, Anderson, S.C. A lung or pulmonary nodule is…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate recognized for its continued growth
June 18, 2018
Interim recently received multiple awards for its growth and success in serving the Upstate. Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider,…
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BlueChoice® HealthPlan Medicaid changes name to Healthy Blue℠
June 18, 2018New name strengthens the focus on members and a vision for the future Effective July 1, 2018, BlueChoice® HealthPlan Medicaid — a South Carolina Medicaid managed care plan — is changing its…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate recognized as 2018 Top Workplace in South Carolina
June 6, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, announced that for the second year in a row it has been named the…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate founder receives Lifetime Achievement Award
June 6, 2018Ray Schroeder (left) with Allan Sorenson (right) Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, is pleased to announce that its…
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Three things patients should know about cataracts
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology shares facts about the eye condition and the surgery used to treat it Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or…
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No fireworks are safe, even “innocent” sparklers can cause serious eye injuries
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology wants people to know the facts about fireworks so everyone has a fun and safe Fourth of July Fireworks injuries cause approximately 10,000 visits…
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No fireworks are safe, even “innocent” sparklers can cause serious eye injuries
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology wants people to know the facts about fireworks so everyone has a fun and safe Fourth of July Fireworks injuries cause approximately 10,000 visits…
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Three things patients should know about cataracts
June 6, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology shares facts about the eye condition and the surgery used to treat it Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs nine bills aimed at combating opioid Eepidemic in S.C.
June 5, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster was joined by the co-chairmen of the House Opioid Abuse Prevention Study Committee, Rep. Phyllis Henderson and Rep. Russell Fry, cabinet agency officials, addiction treatment professionals, and…
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Wake Foot Sanctuary announces first franchise in Greenville
May 30, 2018
Wake Foot Sanctuary announced its first franchise opening in Greenville, SC later this year. Chris Fetter, along with her husband Tad Heineman, are excited to be the first candidates awarded a franchise after Wake…
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Women face higher risk of blindness than men
May 30, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology urges women to make eye health a top priority in May Studies show there is a gender gap in eye…
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Women face higher risk of blindness than men
May 30, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology urges women to make eye health a top priority in May Studies show there is a gender gap in eye…
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AnMed Health wins award for its drug take back program
May 22, 2018
AnMed Health is the recipient of a prestigious award for its Prescription Drug Take Back Day Program. AnMed Health received the Impact Award from the Society for Healthcare Volunteer Leaders…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate announces its 2018 ‘Nurse of the Year’
May 17, 2018
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, announced that Kelly Noctor has been recognized as Nurse of the Year by Interim…
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OneDigital Health and Benefits merges with Susan E. Crocker Human Resources Consulting, Inc.
May 16, 2018Photo: Connie Watkins, Accountant, Hailey Miller, HR Administrator, Lorri Mercer, HR Administrator, Susan E. Crocker, Principal, Lesa Banks, Special Projects, Becky Johnson, HR/Benefits Administrator, & Vince Guerra,Business Development. (Not pictured: Katy Funk, HR Assistant Caroline Herron, HR Assistant.) Ernest Rawlins Photography OneDigital…
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Doctors Care Urgent Care opens third new location this year
May 2, 2018
Doctors Care P.A., South Carolina’s largest urgent care company, held a ribbon-cutting today to celebrate the opening of its newest center in Columbia – the company’s 54th location in South Carolina.…
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SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
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SEMDA Medtech to showcase over 20 high-impact new technologies, national speakers – May 2-4
April 30, 2018
Leading-edge innovators present for recognition, reward at annual gathering of Southeastern who’s who in medical technology, devices and diagnostics At least 23 organizations ranging from start-ups to well-established companies have…
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AnMed Health Foundation honored generous donors
April 23, 2018It is with great thanks to the 2,336 contributors that The AnMed Health Foundation is able to provide life-saving treatments to citizens throughout the community. The foundation’s 2017 highlight project…
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Top national speakers named for SEMDA’s 2018 Southeastern Medtech Conference in Greenville, SC
April 17, 2018Conference Registration Surging for Initial Appearance in Greenville, SC as Southeastern medtech industry continues rapid scale up The Southeastern Medical Device Association (SEMDA) — a non-profit trade association focused on…
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Top national speakers named for SEMDA’s 2018 Southeastern Medtech Conference in Greenville, SC
April 17, 2018
Conference Registration Surging for Initial Appearance in Greenville, SC as Southeastern medtech industry continues rapid scale up The Southeastern Medical Device Association (SEMDA) — a non-profit trade association focused on…
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Basketball, baseball and air/paintball guns top the list of leading causes of eye injuries
April 10, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology offer guidance on how to protect sight during Sports Eye Safety Month in April More than 40 percent…
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Basketball, baseball and air/paintball guns top the list of leading causes of eye injuries
April 10, 2018The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology offer guidance on how to protect sight during Sports Eye Safety Month in April More than 40 percent…
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Converge Autism Summit attracts 200+ attendees to Greenville, S.C., to hear from experts on topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorder
April 4, 2018More than 200 caregivers, providers and parents of children with autism attended the second annual Converge Autism Summit, hosted earlier this month by Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health center in Greenville,…
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Interim Healthcare of the Upstate announces new hires
April 4, 2018Interim HealthCare of the Upstate is excited to announce the addition of four therapists to its physical therapy team. Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home…
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