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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Lexington Medical Center to Host Free Physician Lecture – November 13
November 1, 2017Lexington Medical Center will host a free physician lecture on pulmonary hypertension inside the Michael J. Biediger Auditorium at 2728 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia on Monday, November 13 at 6:00 p.m. Pulmonary…
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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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Keith Shah, Ph.D., joins Palmetto Health as system vice president for Data and Analytics
October 31, 2017
Keith Shah, Ph.D., will join Palmetto Health as system vice president for Data and Analytics. In his role, Shah will have a unique opportunity to serve in multiple leadership capacities…
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Nephron donates medications and offers jobs to help with hurricane relief
October 31, 2017Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation (Nephron) donated a quarter of a million vials of medication to areas affected by recent hurricanes, and now has a variety of job positions available for anyone…
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VA to host Veteran appreciation open house – Nov. 1
October 31, 2017
The William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Columbia VA Regional Office will host an open house from 3 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 1 in the main lobby of the hospital (Building 100).…
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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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Palmetto Health Foundation announces new board members
October 25, 2017
Palmetto Health Foundation announced the following new board members. Palmetto Health Foundation Board: Reed Mattingly, Rainbow Restoration Virgil Miller, Aflac Graeme Moore, The Moore Company Cary Smith, Community Volunteer Palmetto…
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Columbia Heart opens clinic in Kingstree
October 25, 2017
Columbia Heart announced our newest outlying clinic in Kingstree, South Carolina! Dr. J. Ryan Altman and Dr. Mazen Khalil will travel to Kingstree on a weekly basis to see patients at the new location inside…
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American College of Surgeons recognizes Providence Health for quality of care
October 23, 2017The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP®) has recognized Providence Health for achieving meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care in 2016. This evaluation measures the…
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CONA’s Dr. Mitchell serves victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico
October 23, 2017
Dr. David Mitchell of Carolina Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Associates (CONA) and a team of a 33 volunteers from SC traveled to Puerto Rico recently to aid in the relief efforts…
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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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Lynn Connelly named NCPA 2017 Independent Pharmacist of the Year
October 17, 2017NCPA’s 2017 Willard B. Simmons Independent Pharmacist of the Year Award Presentation. Left to Right: NCPA CEO B. Douglas Hoey, RPh, MBA; Lynn Connelly, RPh; and Mike McBride of Upsher-Smith.…
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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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Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital therapy dog, Chiver, celebrates service anniversary
October 9, 2017When 2-year-old yellow lab and golden retriever mix, Chiver, was selected to help motivate children to focus on therapy a year ago, the Children’s Outpatient Physical and Specialty Therapy team…
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Small Changes = Big Impact: Mediterranean Roasted Artichoke
October 6, 2017By Kay MacInnis Talking about making changes and actually making them are two very different things. Use the guidelines of healthy eating to take small steps. This makes lifestyle…
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Rotarians told of health care focus, challenges
October 5, 2017
As the largest health care system in South Carolina’s midlands, Palmetto Health is focused on improving the physical, emotional and spiritual health of all individuals and communities it serves. That’s…
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Rotarians told of health care focus, challenges
October 4, 2017As the largest health care system in South Carolina’s midlands, Palmetto Health is focused on improving the physical, emotional and spiritual health of all individuals and communities it serves. That’s…
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PetCure Oncology brings cutting edge cancer treatment tech to S.C.
October 4, 2017
PetCure Oncology, the national leader in radiation oncology for pets, and SCVSEC have announced a partnership that will bring potentially life-saving cancer care to pet owners in and around South Carolina. PetCure…
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Stop to think healthy: Roast Turkey Breast and Root Vegetables
September 29, 2017By Kay MacInnis It should be second nature since I’ve been a dietitian for most of my life, but sometimes I have to stop and think about planning a…
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Jamie Scott Fitness introduces Hyperice Vibrating Foam Rollers into the classroom setting
September 28, 2017
Innovative product helps incorporate beneficial stretching during—and not after—workouts Even for the fittest of fitness buffs, proper stretching remains one of the most neglected parts of a typical workout routine.…
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Providence Health welcomes Jill Anelli as Vice President of Human Resources
September 22, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Health is pleased to announce the addition of Jill Anelli as Vice President of Human Resources. Ms. Anelli’s extensive experience as an executive leader in…
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Providence Health welcomes John Doyle as new Market Chief Financial Officer
September 22, 2017COLUMBIA, SC – John Doyle has been named as the new Market Chief Financial Officer for Providence Health. Mr. Doyle is an accomplished healthcare executive with over twenty years of…
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Providence Health welcomes Jill Anelli as Vice President of Human Resources
September 22, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Providence Health is pleased to announce the addition of Jill Anelli as Vice President of Human Resources. Ms. Anelli’s extensive experience as an executive leader in…
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Providence Health welcomes John Doyle as new Market Chief Financial Officer
September 22, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – John Doyle has been named as the new Market Chief Financial Officer for Providence Health. Mr. Doyle is an accomplished healthcare executive with over twenty years of…
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Olga Rosa, M.D., receives national Award for Outstanding Service to Maltreated Children
September 21, 2017
When Olga Rosa, M.D., starts something, she wants to see it to fruition. Sept. 17, she was recognized at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Child Abuse and…
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Real men can eat healthy: Herb-Rubbed Tenderloin
September 21, 2017By Kay MacInnis I recently went to a health fair to push my nutrition agenda. I took my portion plate with me and tried to spread enlightenment regarding portions,…
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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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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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Palmetto SeniorCare PACE celebrates National PACE Month
September 2, 2017
For the first time, 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…
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Miracle on the Hudson survivor to speak at The Woodlands at Furman
August 30, 2017
Dave Sanderson wasn’t supposed to be on U.S. Airways Flight 1549. But as the last passenger off the plane that made a miracle landing in the Hudson River, Sanderson was…
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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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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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Aflac and Palmetto Health Foundation honor heroes with Duckprints Awards
August 25, 2017Back row: John Singerling, president, Palmetto Health; Samuel Tenenbaum, president, Palmetto Health Foundation; Dr. Stuart Cramer, Aflac Medical Director, Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital; Virgil Miller, Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer, Aflac…
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Lexington Medical Center’s community medical center in Gilbert to close
August 25, 2017
Lexington Medical Center’s community medical center in Gilbert will close permanently on Friday, September 1, 2017 and a new Lexington Medical Center physician practice will open in its place later this fall.…
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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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Hospital Association Chief addresses Health Care Reform
August 23, 2017As long as politics continues to overshadow sound policy, it will be difficult to pass meaningful health care reform in the United States. That’s what Capital Rotarians heard from their…
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Hospital Association Chief addresses Health Care Reform
August 23, 2017As long as politics continues to overshadow sound policy, it will be difficult to pass meaningful health care reform in the United States. That’s what Capital Rotarians heard from their…
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GHS CEO named to Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare
August 22, 2017Greenville Health System (GHS) CEO Mike Riordan has been named to Modern Healthcare’slist of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare. The annual awards and recognition program honors individuals in health…
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USC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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USC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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UofSC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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UofSC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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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, 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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Sylvia House aims to fill need in recovery process
August 17, 2017
A social venture entrepreneur is looking to launch a first-of-its kind recovery residence to serve Upstate residents battling drug and alcohol addictions. Sylvia House serves as a transition for young…
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