Shriners Hospitals for Children — Greenville announces addition of the Hospital’s sixth physician, Dr. Keith Gettys
October 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Further establishing Shriners Hospitals for Children — Greenville as home to the premiere experts in pediatric orthopaedic care in the region, Dr. Keith Gettys has joined the hospital’s medical…
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DHEC vaccinates more than 3,700 to help prevent spread of hepatitis A in Upstate
September 23, 2015
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today announced it has provided 3,706 vaccinations through its hepatitis A vaccine clinics in Spartanburg and Greenville. Vaccinations…
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Ob Hospitalist Group awarded one of the best places to work in SC
September 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG) has been honored by the Best Places to Work in South Carolina Program for the third year in a row. This program is…
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Carolina Nephrology opens new location in Spartanburg
September 21, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Carolina Nephrology, a top provider for patient kidney care, is excited to announce the opening of their seventh location at 1410B John B. White Blvd. in Spartanburg.…
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Understanding Cholesterol
September 18, 2015
By Mike DuBose with Blake DuBose and Surb Guram, MD How to Lower Cholesterol without Statin Drugs Series: Part 1 of 4 Cardiovascular disease is responsible for 1…
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GHS Children’s Hospital unveils new therapeutic music entertainment network at patient appreciation event, Sept. 20
September 16, 2015
Annual Sun Fun Carnival is an opportunity for kids to be kids, not patients. Hugworks Children’s Network will enhance pediatric patient care, expand reach and impact of Child Life and…
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GHS named screening center of excellence
September 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Center for Integrative Oncology and Survivorship at the Cancer Institute of Greenville Health System has been named a Screening Center of Excellence by the Lung Cancer…
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GGC welcomes world class scientist to head treatment initiative
September 11, 2015
Dr. Walter Kaufmann named Ravenel Boykin Curry Chair in Genetic Therapeutics GREENWOOD, SC – At a 2012 GGC event, Ravenel Curry shared the passion and dedication that his late father, Boykin…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System increases Just Wage for employees
September 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is pleased to announce that it recently increased its Just Wage from $9.87 to $11.00 per hour. Three hundred sixty-seven employees across…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System tied for first in the nation for lowest 30-day heart failure readmission rate
September 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours St. Francis Heath System was recently recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review for being top in the nation with the lowest 30-day heart failure readmission rate. According…
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SC Dental Association’s Dental Access Days treats more than 1,500 patients in free two-day clinic
August 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – More than 1,500 patients received an estimated $1 million in free dental services at the seventh annual Dental Access Days event held on August 21 and 22…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System to participate in NCI-MATCH precision medicine cancer trial
August 26, 2015
St. Francis Cancer Center is first facility in SC to offer new clinical trial GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours St. Francis Health System is the first health system in…
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Central Realty Holdings exploring land acquisition in Greer
August 26, 2015
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System to Build Ambulatory Care Center GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and Central Realty Holdings are planning to develop a 70 acre…
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Binns to serve as Assistant Professor of Nursing at BJU
August 24, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Janiece Binns RN, MSN will serve as an assistant professor of Nursing in the College of Arts and Science at Bob Jones University this fall. Binns previously served as…
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Thai Chicken Salad
August 21, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is another recipe from that same chicken we used last week. The idea, if you’ll recall, was to take one chicken and create several meals…
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Thai Chicken Salad
August 21, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is another recipe from that same chicken we used last week. The idea, if you’ll recall, was to take one chicken and create several meals…
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BreastFest Greenville supports breast cancer patients at GHS with event at Quest Brewing Company
August 20, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC — Breast cancer patient support organization, The Tyanna Foundation will hold BreastFest, its flagship fundraising event, for the first time in South Carolina, on Saturday, Oct. 24 at…
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Free Dental Care to be Provided at Two-Day Clinic
August 18, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – This weekend, hundreds of dental professionals and lay volunteers will donate their time and talents to provide adults with critical access to dental care services as part…
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Free Dental Care to be Provided at Two-Day Clinic
August 18, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – This weekend, hundreds of dental professionals and lay volunteers will donate their time and talents to provide adults with critical access to dental care services as part…
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Southern Eye Associates welcomes new ophthalmologist
August 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Southern Eye Associates is proud to announce and welcome Dr. Wade A. Reardon as its newest ophthalmologist. Dr. Reardon was born and raised in Kingstree, SC. He studied…
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Bon Secours Medical Group adds two specialty physicians
August 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of two specialists to its local physician network: Upstate Cardiology welcomes James A. Merriam, MD to its…
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Bon Secours Medical Group adds three new physicians
August 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of three doctors to its local physician network: Powdersville Family Practice welcomes Jennifer Smart, MD, to its medical…
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Carolina Nephrology adds two nephrologists
August 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Carolina Nephrology, a top provider for patient kidney care, is proud to welcome two new nephrologists to their team, Dr. Barry Gorlitsky and Dr. Matthew Floyd. Dr.…
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Bon Secours Health System, Inc. Named 2015 Most Wired™
July 27, 2015
Nation’s Most Wired™ Hospitals Demonstrate Progress through Innovation GREENVILLE, SC – Bon Secours Health System, Inc. and several of its subsidiaries were named by AHA’s Health Forum as Most…
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Orthopaedic Associates Welcomes Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist Dr. Brown
July 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Orthopaedic Associates, PA (OA) announced that Dr. David Brown has joined its practice of 10 physicians. Dr. Brown is a fellowship-trained upper extremity surgeon, applying advanced techniques in…
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What’s in a Smile?
July 22, 2015
By Leslie Pitner, DDS A smile is one of the most powerful ways we have to connect with other people. Having a smile you are confident to share can…
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The Woodlands at Furman launches in-home companion care service
July 14, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – As seniors are faced with increasing options for care of themselves and their loved ones, the Woodlands at Furman is launching a new in-home companion care service…
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The Woodlands at Furman launches in-home companion care service
July 13, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – As seniors are faced with increasing options for care of themselves and their loved ones, the Woodlands at Furman is launching a new in-home companion care service…
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St. Francis Cancer Center receives recognition for Cancer Care from Largest Oncology Society in United States
July 13, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – The St. Francis Cancer Center has been recognized by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI®) Certification Program, an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Health System receives grant from local Susan G. Komen Affiliate
July 10, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Pearlie Harris Center for Breast Health of Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has received a $64,997 grant from the local Susan G. Komen affiliate chapter. The…
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Fourteen Upstate Companies Recognized as American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksites
July 2, 2015
UPSTATE, SC – Fourteen Upstate companies have been recognized as a Fit-Friendly Worksites by the American Heart Association for helping employees eat better and move more. “All of these companies should…
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Fourteen Upstate Companies Recognized as American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksites
July 2, 2015
UPSTATE, SC – Fourteen Upstate companies have been recognized as a Fit-Friendly Worksites by the American Heart Association for helping employees eat better and move more. “All of these companies should…
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Eighteen Complete Doctor of Chiropractic Program at Sherman College
June 29, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Eighteen students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, June 20, 2015. The commencement was…
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Greenville Health System named one of the top 50 companies for women and diverse managers to work
June 24, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Health System has been named one of the top 50 companies for women and diverse managers to work by Diversity MBA Magazine. Companies included in this…
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Delta Dental’s Land of Smiles Characters Motivate Students in the Upstate to Adopt Healthy Oral and Overall Habits
June 22, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – A battle was waged in South Carolina this spring with the health of our children’s teeth at stake. Delta Dental of South Carolina brought in its Land…
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DHEC Awards Clemson Downs Retirement Community Certificate of Need for New Skilled Nursing Unit
June 18, 2015
With certification granted, Clemson Downs begins opening new addition to residents. GREENVILLE, SC – As the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has awarded Clemson Downs Retirement…
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The Woodlands at Furman presents community health fair
June 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Aging well is a result of good health and wellness practices throughout life, but finding the right resources to practice good health can be challenging. The Woodlands…
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The Woodlands at Furman presents community health fair
June 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Aging well is a result of good health and wellness practices throughout life, but finding the right resources to practice good health can be challenging. The Woodlands…
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Greenville Memorial honored with Mission: Lifeline achievement award
June 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Health System’s Greenville Memorial Hospital has received the Mission: Lifeline® Gold Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart…
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Orthopaedic Associates Awards Scholarship to Dorman High Graduate Brandon Xavier
June 10, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Orthopaedic Associates, PA (OA) announced that the recipient of its Annual W. Howard Tiller, Jr. Memorial Scholarship is Brandon Xavier, a 2015 graduate of Dorman High School. Xavier…
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Taskforce Releases Recommendations for Improvements to Long-Term Care in South Carolina
June 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Recommendations to reshape South Carolina’s long-term care system have been released by a statewide taskforce convened by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health. These recommendations…
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Taskforce Releases Recommendations for Improvements to Long-Term Care in South Carolina
June 10, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Recommendations to reshape South Carolina’s long-term care system have been released by a statewide taskforce convened by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health. These recommendations…
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Carolina Nephrology Donates Over $4,000 to National Kidney Foundation
June 5, 2015
Upstate Kidney Walk Raises over $53,000 GREENVILLE, SC – Carolina Nephrology, presenting sponsor of the 2015 Upstate Kidney Walk, proudly presented the National Kidney Foundation with a check for over $4,000. The…
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Ob Hospitalist Group Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer
June 4, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG), the nation’s largest dedicated OB/GYN hospitalist provider, welcomed new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Leonard (Lenny) L. Castiglione. Castiglione joins OBHG with 23 years…
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A Conversation With Health Sciences South Carolina CEO Dr. Helga Rippen
June 2, 2015
On Tuesday of this week, Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) was awarded a $15.3 million grant from Charlotte-based philanthropy organization, The Duke Endowment, to support the transformation of health in…
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A Conversation With Health Sciences South Carolina CEO Dr. Helga Rippen
June 2, 2015
On Tuesday of this week, Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) was awarded a $15.3 million grant from Charlotte-based philanthropy organization, The Duke Endowment, to support the transformation of health in…
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The Duke Endowment Awards $15.3 Million to Health Sciences South Carolina to Advance South Carolina-North Carolina Health Collaborative
June 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina and North Carolina have many things in common: southern heritage, a love of good food and family, beautiful beaches and mountains. The two states also…
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The Duke Endowment Awards $15.3 Million to Health Sciences South Carolina to Advance South Carolina-North Carolina Health Collaborative
June 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina and North Carolina have many things in common: southern heritage, a love of good food and family, beautiful beaches and mountains. The two states also…
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Upstate doctor published in Journal of Neurological Sciences
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Journal of Neurological Sciences recently published an article that urges physicians to rethink the early diagnosis for multiple sclerosis (MS), written by Dr. Jagannadha R. Avasarala…
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Upstate doctor published in Journal of Neurological Sciences
June 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Journal of Neurological Sciences recently published an article that urges physicians to rethink the early diagnosis for multiple sclerosis (MS), written by Dr. Jagannadha R. Avasarala…
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