Charleston Dermatology opens satellite office in West Ashley
October 23, 2018
Charleston Dermatology, a North Charleston-based medical practice, has opened a satellite office in West Ashley. Dr. Adam Sperduto, one of the practice’s three founders, is seeing patients on Fridays between…
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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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Palmetto Health Richland participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Saturday, Oct. 27
October 9, 2018
Palmetto Health Richland, as part of the Midlands Regional Trauma Advisory Committee, is participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Saturday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The event encourages the public…
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Adult memory care day center first of its kind in South Carolina
October 5, 2018Alice’s Clubhouse, a private, membership-based memory care day facility, will open on Bowman Road in late October. Open to adults with mild to moderate memory loss, the 3,100 square-foot facility…
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SCHIEx helps create secure method for transporting medical records
October 3, 2018What happens when a natural disaster brings a hyper focus on an issue? Things get done. Within six days, what normally takes months to accomplish was completed. On Monday morning…
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SCHIEx helps create secure method for transporting medical records
October 3, 2018What happens when a natural disaster brings a hyper focus on an issue? Things get done. Within six days, what normally takes months to accomplish was completed. On Monday morning…
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NAI AVANT announces future home of Fresenius Medical Care location
October 2, 2018NAI Avant is pleased to announce Fresenius Medical Care will open a new location on Dawson Road in Columbia, South Carolina. NAI Avant recently facilitated the sale of ±3.22 acres…
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NAI AVANT announces future home of Fresenius Medical Care location
October 2, 2018
NAI Avant is pleased to announce Fresenius Medical Care will open a new location on Dawson Road in Columbia, South Carolina. NAI Avant recently facilitated the sale of ±3.22 acres…
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South Carolina Ports Authority, MUSC launch health and wellness services partnership
October 1, 2018
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA) have signed an agreement for MUSC Business Health to deliver health care and wellness services at its…
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Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston honors breast cancer survivors with free facial
September 29, 2018Every October, Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston remembers and honors breast cancer survivors and those currently battling this disease by offering them a complimentary Refresher Facial treatment. Lori Wrightington,…
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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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McLeod Health is offering free, virtual doctor visits for those impacted by Hurricane Florence and continued flooding
September 24, 2018
The Only Hospital-Affiliated Telehealth Service In The Region Enables Patients To Speak Directly With A Doctor Online Anytime From Anywhere In The Carolinas McLeod Health is waiving the fees for…
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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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My Special Aflac Duck™ soars into Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital
September 21, 2018Aflac, the leader in voluntary insurance sales at U.S. worksites, delivered My Special Aflac DuckTM to Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. My Special Aflac Duck, designed…
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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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My Special Aflac Duck™ soars into Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital
September 21, 2018Aflac, the leader in voluntary insurance sales at U.S. worksites, delivered My Special Aflac DuckTM to Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. My Special Aflac Duck, designed…
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Palmetto Health recognizes National Falls Prevention Awareness Day, Sept. 22 with free ‘Tai Chi ’ class
September 19, 2018
According to the American Occupational Therapy Association, falls are the leading cause of injury and accidental death in adults over the age of 65. In an effort to increase awareness…
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City of Columbia announces two West Nile alerts
September 18, 2018
The City of Columbia has been alerted of two dead birds found within the city limits that have tested positive for West Nile Virus. In response, personnel will begin applying larvicide to the…
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Lexington Medical Center welcomes Alicia S. James, MD
September 17, 2018
Lexington Medical Center welcome Alicia S. James, MD, to the hospital’s network of care. Dr. James will practice at Lexington Family Practice Northeast, a Lexington Medical Center physician practice. Dr.…
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Carolina Women’s Physical Therapy—the Midland’s only physical therapy practice created exclusively for women—expands services at its new Forest Acres location
September 17, 2018
Celebrating its fifth anniversary as Columbia’s first and only physical therapy practice exclusively devoted to women, Carolina Women’s Physical Therapy and Wellness (CWPTW) announces its new and expanded location at 1735…
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Easy Food Prep during a Storm, plus a recipe for Tuna, White Bean and Red Onion Salad
September 13, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health With the storm upon us, I thought I might share this website with you. Some great ideas to think about when…
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Palmetto SeniorCare PACE celebrates caregivers during National PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Month
September 12, 2018
September is being celebrated as National PACE® (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Month. The observance recognizes the work of PACE, which coordinates and provides all needed medical care…
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Trauma kits installed at UofSC thanks to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
September 10, 2018
The University of South Carolina became safer and better prepared for a catastrophe after receiving a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for 40 medical trauma kits. Positioned…
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Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital Children’s Emergency Center achieves Pediatric Ready recognition
September 5, 2018
The Children’s Emergency Center at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital recently was recognized by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) as meeting the criteria for being “Pediatric…
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MUSC Health earns South Carolina Quality Forum gold award
September 5, 2018
After numerous site visits throughout the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) health care system, examiner interviews, and hard work, MUSC Health has received South Carolina Quality Forum’s Gold Achiever…
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Lexington Medical Center welcomes Michael S. Comer, MD
September 4, 2018
Lexington Medical Center welcomes Michael S. Comer, MD, to the hospital’s network of care. Dr. Comer will practice at Lexington Family Practice West Columbia, a Lexington Medical Center physician practice.…
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Lexington Medical Center welcomes Donald M. Millus, MD
September 4, 2018
Lexington Medical Center welcomes Donald M. Millus, MD, to its network of care. Dr. Millus will practice at Sandhills Family Medicine, a Lexington Medical Center physician practice located in Lexington.…
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Dr. Bowman & Dr. Brown join Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery
September 4, 2018Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Drs. Seth Bowman and Matthew Brown joined the practice as of September 1, 2018. Dr. Bowman completed his hand and upper extremity fellowship…
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Dr. Bowman & Dr. Brown join Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery
September 4, 2018
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Drs. Seth Bowman and Matthew Brown joined the practice as of September 1, 2018. Dr. Bowman completed his hand and upper extremity fellowship…
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East Cooper Medical Center recognizes nurse excellence
September 3, 2018East Cooper Medical Center recognized Olga Dileno, RN as the newest Daisy RN Award Winner. Dileno began her nursing career at East Cooper Medical Center in May 2014. She currently…
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Palmetto Health Richland Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program receives certification by American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
August 28, 2018
Palmetto Health Richland has been recognized for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care. The hospital’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, which serves patients with all…
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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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You need more than calcium for strong teeth, plus a recipe for Sweet & Spicy Roasted Carrots
August 24, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Well here it is…….I knew it would finally catch up with me. Going to the dentist and my beloved nutrition would…
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New outpatient procedure provides back pain relief
August 20, 2018Midlands Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery announced that they now offer a new procedure for patients suffering from sacroiliac joint (SI joint) dysfunction and sacroiliitis. Spine specialists Drs. Ivan LaMotta and Karl…
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New outpatient procedure provides back pain relief
August 20, 2018
Midlands Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery announced that they now offer a new procedure for patients suffering from sacroiliac joint (SI joint) dysfunction and sacroiliitis. Spine specialists Drs. Ivan LaMotta and Karl…
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Ketogenic Diet for Weight Loss
August 17, 2018
By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD Have you been considering the ketogenic diet to help you lose weight? Chances are you’ve heard of your friend or a…
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Versatile Summer Dishes, plus a recipe for Skillet Roasted Okra and Shrimp
August 17, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Do you ever find a recipe that you love? Well this is one that you are going to love!! This recipe…
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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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Congressman commends South Carolina’s free medical clinics
August 14, 2018U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman visits the Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County By W. Thomas Smith Jr. CAMDEN, S.C. – U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman presented to members of the S.C.…
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Congressman commends South Carolina’s free medical clinics
August 14, 2018
U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman visits the Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County By W. Thomas Smith Jr. CAMDEN, S.C. – U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman presented to members of the S.C.…
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Germain Dermatology Summerville office welcomes new dermatologist
August 8, 2018
Germain Dermatology’s Summerville Location at 602 N. Main Street is happy to announce the addition of new dermatologist, Sarah Derrington, MD, and dermatology physician assistant, Lainey O’Donnell PA-C, to their office. They…
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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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Rhythmlink International, LLC ranks 9th in the Small/Medium Business category for Best Places to Work SC
August 6, 2018
For the seventh consecutive year Rhythmlink has been awarded a spot on the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list in the Small/Medium Employer category. This year Rhythmlink placed…
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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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