Five tips to avoid toy-related eye injuries
December 11, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology urges the public to shop and celebrate with an eye on safety With the holiday shopping season now…
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MUSC trustees vote to pursue certificate of need for new 128-bed hospital, authorize health system to seek $54.4 million for three projects
December 10, 2017The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regular scheduled meeting, receiving a series of positive reports on the organization’s…
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BlueCross urges residents not to miss ACA deadline on December 15
December 5, 2017
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina offers convenient, local enrollment centers throughout the state to help people before Dec. 15. Open enrollment for individual health insurance under the Affordable Care Act ends Dec.…
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Lisa Burbage, health and wellness coach, attains national board certification
November 30, 2017
Lisa Burbage, founder and president of Wellness Beyond Fifty, LLC, a Charleston-based company that provides health coaching to individuals across North America, recently earned her National Board-Certified Health & Wellness…
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Sixty percent of Americans with diabetes skip annual sight-saving exams
November 28, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reiterate the importance of dilated eye exams in preventing vision loss Charleston, SC – People with diabetes are…
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Healthy Learners announces Aixa Rodriguez-Mariani, MD as Georgetown Program Manager
November 28, 2017
Healthy Learners announced Aixa Rodriguez-Mariani as program manager for Healthy Learners Georgetown. Rodriguez-Mariani is responsible for providing oversight and management of the Healthy Learners Georgetown program while insuring that the elements of the process are in…
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Sixty percent of Americans with diabetes skip annual sight-saving exams
November 28, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reiterate the importance of dilated eye exams in preventing vision loss Charleston, SC – People with diabetes are…
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Charleston Healthy Business Challenge celebrates successes at awards event
November 27, 2017On Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 4 p.m. at the Riley Park Club in Charleston, South Carolina, area businesses were recognized for their participation and successes in the third annual Charleston Healthy…
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AMA launches multi-state effort to prevent type 2 diabetes
November 17, 2017
As National Diabetes Awareness Month gets underway, the American Medical Association (AMA) this week announced a multi-state effort aimed at reducing the incidence of type 2 diabetes nationwide. Building off…
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Wellness Beyond Fifty offers diabetes prevention program
November 14, 2017
Wellness Beyond Fifty, LLC, a Charleston-based company that provides health coaching to individuals across North America, will be offering Prevent T2, a diabetes prevention program, starting in January of 2018.…
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Survey: Adults worry about long-term care, yet few have planned ahead
November 2, 2017
A new consumer survey reveals adults fear not having enough money to pay for their long-term care, yet only one in five have taken any steps to finance their long-term…
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South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters prepares for Annual Symposium
November 1, 2017
The South Carolina Association of Health Underwriters (SCAHU) is a nonprofit professional association made up of benefits experts dedicated to professional development and industry advocacy. SCAHU is affiliated with the National Association Health Underwriters. SCAHU will…
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Ophthalmologists warn of five frightening risks of wearing contact lenses without a prescription
October 31, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology share patient stories, urge Halloween revelers to avoid over-the-counter lenses Zombie or devil contact lenses may elevate a…
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Ophthalmologists warn of five frightening risks of wearing contact lenses without a prescription
October 31, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology and the American Academy of Ophthalmology share patient stories, urge Halloween revelers to avoid over-the-counter lenses Zombie or devil contact lenses may elevate a…
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MUSC trustees learn of major gift to new children’s hospital, receive positive reports on institutional progress
October 18, 2017The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regular scheduled meeting, receiving reports that included a large donation to the…
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Letter to the Editor: Protecting programs that feed hungry kids: SNAP
October 10, 2017Dear Editor: Although food insecurity affects more than 17% of people in South Carolina, it is often hard to see. When a child can’t focus at school because they didn’t…
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Letter to the Editor: Protecting programs that feed hungry kids: SNAP
October 10, 2017
Dear Editor: Although food insecurity affects more than 17% of people in South Carolina, it is often hard to see. When a child can’t focus at school because they didn’t…
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Healthcare strategy and alignment expert Christopher Beckham joins Knowledge Capital Group as Director, Healthcare Consulting
October 5, 2017
Christopher Beckham, a healthcare strategy and alignment expert, has joined Knowledge Capital Group (KCG), a boutique strategy and management consulting firm based in Charleston, SC. “Successful healthcare organizations must continue…
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Lowcountry AIDS Services Receives Grant to Offer Free Hepatitis C Testing
October 5, 2017
Hundreds to receive testing thanks to funding from Employees Community Fund of Boeing South Carolina NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – Lowcountry AIDS Services received a grant of $9,412 from the Employees…
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MTEC partners with the U.S. Army to aid service members through repair of traumatic injuries
October 3, 2017
Charleston, SC – In partnership with the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC), the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) announced that Humacyte, Inc. has been awarded funds to develop…
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LHWH Advertising wins Best Mobile Website in the nation for McLeod Health website
September 20, 2017Myrtle Beach Agency Also Awarded Outstanding Healthcare Website For McLeod Health In 2017 WebAward Competition LHWH Advertising and Public Relations in Myrtle Beach, S.C., received the award for Best Mobile…
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LHWH Advertising wins Best Mobile Website in the nation for McLeod Health website
September 20, 2017Myrtle Beach Agency Also Awarded Outstanding Healthcare Website For McLeod Health In 2017 WebAward Competition LHWH Advertising and Public Relations in Myrtle Beach, S.C., received the award for Best Mobile…
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Barton Sachs wins MUSC FRD’s 2017 Innovation Award
August 28, 2017CHARLESTON, SC – Barton Sachs, M.D., professor of orthopaedics, is the winner of the 2017 Admiral Albert J. Baccioco Innovator of the Year Award, the highest honor awarded by the…
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Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awards Sr. Reshma Khan its 2017 Leadership in Diversity Award
August 27, 2017
The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina awarded Dr. Reshma Khan, Founder and Executive Director of The Shifa Free Clinic, a program of the Islamic Circle of North America…
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Gov. Henry McMaster orders that state agencies cease payments to medical practices affiliated with abortion clinics
August 25, 2017
By executive order, Governor McMaster has directed state agencies to cease providing state or local funds, whether via grant, contract, state-administered federal funds, or any other form, to any physician…
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Gov. Henry McMaster orders that state agencies cease payments to medical practices affiliated with abortion clinics
August 25, 2017
By executive order, Governor McMaster has directed state agencies to cease providing state or local funds, whether via grant, contract, state-administered federal funds, or any other form, to any physician…
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South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology urges solar eclipse enthusiasts to take precautions
August 19, 2017With the solar eclipse fast approaching, people across South Carolina are making plans to experience the remarkable occasion on Monday. But with that excitement comes the need to focus on…
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South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology urges solar eclipse enthusiasts to take precautions
August 19, 2017
With the solar eclipse fast approaching, people across South Carolina are making plans to experience the remarkable occasion on Monday. But with that excitement comes the need to focus on…
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MUSC Board of Trustees hears strong results in research, hospital operations and philanthropy
August 17, 2017The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regular scheduled meeting, receiving reports of strong financial performance in areas that…
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MUSC Health offering clinical care in the home
August 13, 2017MUSC Health will soon have the capability to provide clinical care to patients within their own homes throughout the Lowcountry and beyond. Teaming with BAYADA Home Care, MUSC Health currently…
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MUSC ranked state’s #1 hospital third year in a row
August 13, 2017MUSC Health was named by U.S. News & World Report for the third year in a row as the number one hospital in South Carolina, and one of the country’s…
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How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
August 13, 2017On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states, including South Carolina, will experience a total solar eclipse. If…
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How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
August 13, 2017
On Aug. 21, 2017, the entire United States will see a partial eclipse of the sun. Parts of 11 states, including South Carolina, will experience a total solar eclipse. If…
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Health Sciences South Carolina names Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer
August 11, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) has named Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the nation’s first statewide health research organization that includes South…
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Health Sciences South Carolina names Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer
August 11, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) has named Kenneth R. Deans, Jr. as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the nation’s first statewide health research organization that includes South…
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MUSC, ZIAN partner with BLINKtbi, Inc. to bring new concussion detection aid to sidelines
August 11, 2017The Zucker Institute for Applied Neurosciences (ZIAN) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has partnered with BLINKtbi, Inc. to test and bring to market a new concussion detection…
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MUSC encourages public transit
August 9, 2017The Medical University of South Carolina is launching a new program on Thursday, Aug. 10 to encourage more of its staff and students to use the CARTA system for their daily commute.…
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Acclaimed ICU physician and career coach to partner with locums firm
August 8, 2017
Today, locum tenens start-up Floyd Lee Locums announced their formal partnership with locums doctor and career coach, Stephanie E. Freeman, MD, MBA. In her role as brand ambassador, Dr. Freeman will share her…
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Four tips to make sure kids’ eyes and vision are ‘Grade A’ this school year
August 2, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology Shares Back-to-School Tips for Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month With back-to-school time around the corner, parents will be scrambling to buy new school…
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Four tips to make sure kids’ eyes and vision are ‘Grade A’ this school year
August 2, 2017The South Carolina Society of Ophthalmology Shares Back-to-School Tips for Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month With back-to-school time around the corner, parents will be scrambling to buy new school…
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Dermatologist Ashton Rountree, MD, joins Germain Dermatology
July 26, 2017
Germain Dermatology of Mount Pleasant, S.C. welcomes dermatologist Ashton Rountree, MD, to the Germain Dermatology. Dr. Rountree will begin seeing patients on Tuesday, August 1 and is currently accepting new patients for all…
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Locum Tenens start-up brings another top-tier hire on board
July 26, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – Locum tenens staffing company Floyd Lee Locums (FLL) announced Michelle Lathan has taken the reins as Director of Operations. Joining a roster of veteran industry experts, Mrs.…
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Carolina Orthopaedics launches 2017 “Medical Mentoring” program
July 13, 2017
Unique summer program provides students an introduction to medical careers Carolina Orthopaedics, based in Murrells Inlet, S.C., and providing comprehensive orthopaedic care to the Grand Strand community, has launched its…
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Graham proposes Obamacare replacement
July 13, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) brought forward a new approach to health care reform that would redirect much of the current federal funding for Obamacare health insurance – an…
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Graham proposes Obamacare replacement
July 13, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) brought forward a new approach to health care reform that would redirect much of the current federal funding for Obamacare health insurance – an…
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S.C. DHEC issues temporary swimming advisory
June 29, 2017
A section of beach along South Carolina’s Grand Strand has been placed under a temporary swimming advisory, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. “The area affected…
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S.C. DHEC issues temporary swimming advisory
June 29, 2017
A section of beach along South Carolina’s Grand Strand has been placed under a temporary swimming advisory, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reported today. “The area affected…
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Charleston Orthodontic Specialists opening in Summerville
June 21, 2017
Charleston Orthodontic Specialists will open its first Lowcountry office in Summerville on July 3. Charleston Orthodontic Specialists is the only provider of Mascot Braces in the Charleston area, giving patients…
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Travelyan Marcel Walker joins Providence Surgical Associates
June 19, 2017Providence Health is pleased to announce the addition of Travelyan Marcel Walker, MD, to its team of General Surgeons at Providence Surgical Associates. Board certified in General Surgery by the…
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Magnolia encourages blood donations with free admission coupon
June 8, 2017
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is partnering with the American Red Cross to encourage blood donations in June by offering free garden admission to America’s oldest garden. Give blood or…
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