Gov. Henry McMaster Appeals Preliminary Injunction of Fetal Heartbeat Bill, Continues Fight for Unborn Children in South Carolina
July 9, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster – joined by other defendants – has appealed the federal district court’s preliminary injunction of the South Carolina Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act (Fetal…
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MUSC Health weekly COVID-19 report
July 8, 2021
At MUSC Health, the safety of patients, families, care team members, students, faculty and staff remains the number one priority. The MUSC Public Affairs and Media Relations (PAMR) department issues…
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East Cooper Medical Center awards Labor and Delivery Nurse Courtland Wright
July 8, 2021East Cooper Medical Center recognized Courtland Wright, RN as the newest Daisy RN Award Winner. Wright, a Charleston resident, began her nursing career at East Cooper Medical Center in May 2017.…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jon-Michial Carter, ChartSpan
July 8, 2021
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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DHEC data show more than 90 percent of COVID-19 deaths and hospitalizations in 14 days were unvaccinated individuals
July 8, 2021
DHEC’s Dr. Jane Kelly: “The overwhelming majority of people who are getting hospitalized and dying from COVID-19 are those who are not fully vaccinated” The South Carolina Department of Health…
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Clinton Animal Hospital Shot Clinic
July 7, 2021Come out and Meet the Vet’s of Clinton Animal Hospital and support HEART of LCAC . Meet Dr. Pierce , Dr James and Dr. LaMier The July Shot Clinic will be…
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Summer Safety: Prisma Health Children’s Hospitals urge safe operation of ATVs, golf carts, lawn mowers
July 5, 2021
It’s common to see children on golf carts and ATVs, especially in summer months, but precautions must be taken while using recreational vehicles or serious injury could occur, warns Prisma…
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Palmetto GBA Awarded Contract for Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies Competitive Bidding Program
July 1, 2021
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded Palmetto GBA the Competitive Bidding Implementation Contractor (CBIC) contract to assist CMS in administering the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and…
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VisionGreenwood: Focused on Advancing Greenwood as a Community of Choice
June 29, 2021
The lack of reliable broadband service in parts of Greenwood became more apparent than ever this past year when schools and businesses quickly migrated to remote platforms with minimal…
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Emily DeRoberts joins AnMed Health Board of Trustees
June 28, 2021
AnMed Health announced the appointment of Emily DeRoberts to the AnMed Health Board of Trustees earlier this month. Currently, DeRoberts is the District Manager for Government and Community Relations in…
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Physicians for Act 432 forms to seek better health care options
June 28, 2021A group of Greenville area doctors and patients have come together to seek more health care opportunities and partnerships for Upstate residents. Physicians for Act 432 – An Alliance for…
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MUSC board votes to acquire Providence Health and KershawHealth
June 25, 2021During the June meeting, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees voted to purchase Providence Health and KershawHealth, which are currently…
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Blood Connection Emergency Blood Drive this Sunday, Westminster Church in Clinton
June 24, 2021
The local blood supply is critically low after months of historically low blood donor turnout. The Blood Connection is asking the community to help remedy the situation by giving blood.…
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Bon Secours launches support group for patients recovering from COVID-19
June 24, 2021
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has launched a new support group, aimed at helping patients who survived COVID-19 but continue to deal with lingering symptoms caused by the virus.…
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Bon Secours announces community vaccination events
June 22, 2021
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System knows that vaccination is key to stopping the COVID-19 pandemic. The vaccine is safe and has proven effective in reducing your risk of getting…
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East Cooper Medical Center celebrates local physicians recognized as Best in Health by HealthLinks
June 21, 2021East Cooper Medical Center celebrates several East Cooper Medical Group physicians for recently being named among the “2021 HealthLinks Best in Health – Charleston” by HealthLinks Magazine. The following East…
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Sync.MD establishing operations in Anderson County
June 21, 2021
Medical data company relocating headquarters in the Upstate, creating 10 new jobs Sync.MD, a medical data company, announced plans to establish operations in Anderson County, creating 10 new jobs.…
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A Space to Heal (ASH) – July 10
June 19, 2021A Space to Heal Lowcountry July 10, 2021 @ 10:00AM — 2:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) A day of dialogue, advocacy, and movement created for Black, Indigenous, and People…
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New rehab center in North Charleston aims to transcend to a new level of fulfillment and purpose
June 17, 2021
‘Transcendence Treatment Center’ Opens with a Dedication to Your Recovery Journey Transcendence Treatment Center is a new outpatient rehab center that opened in May off of Leeds Avenue in North…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital achieves national rankings in annual U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals
June 17, 2021
MUSC SJCH only children’s hospital in South Carolina to be ranked New rankings from U.S. News & World Report’s (USNWR) 2021-22 Best Children’s Hospitals survey place the MUSC Shawn Jenkins…
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Blood Donations Needed as Levels Reach Critical Low
June 16, 2021
The Blood Connection is in critical need of donations. They will be at the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, June 17th 4:15PM TO 6:15PM. If you’ve never given blood…
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Ob Hospitalist Group earns industry-leading Net Promoter Score of 82 for best-in-class customer service
June 10, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG), the nation’s largest and only dedicated provider of customized obstetric (OB) hospitalist programs, announced that the company has achieved a Net Promoter Score…
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Parent-child therapy telehealth program to continue improving access to mental health care for underserved populations
June 9, 2021
A joint MUSC-Clemson panel of judges named the Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) telehealth program as the first recipient of the Healthy Me – Healthy SC (HMHSC) grant. The HMHSC grant…
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The MolinaCares Accord donates $150,000 to expand health access in rural communities in South Carolina
June 7, 2021
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), in collaboration with Molina Healthcare of South Carolina (“Molina”), has partnered with the Palmetto Project to expand in-person health insurance assistance with…
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Edwin McCain to headline Rock 4 Recovery concert presented by Dominion Energy
June 7, 2021
With a recording legacy that includes two of the biggest love songs in the history of pop music, Edwin McCain is going to Rock 4 Recovery this September when he…
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Sadler Hughes Apothecary Partners with DHEC For Vaccination Clinics
June 5, 2021
Sadler Hughes Apothecary has been vaccinating individuals in the pharmacy but now they are taking on a new role. DHEC reached out to the pharmacy and asked them to vaccinate…
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E5 Healthcare Consulting announces new partners
June 4, 2021E5 Health Care Consulting, LLC, a firm serving small to mid-size health systems, hospitals and physician groups, announced the following individual(s) pictured left to right who are appointed as partners…
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MUSC Department of Surgery, The Citadel Baker School of Business Innovation Lab strengthen collaboration and learning opportunities
June 3, 2021
Students gain experience in entrepreneurship, are exposed to product ideas The MUSC Department of Surgery Human-Centered Design Program (HCD) and The Citadel Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business Innovation…
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Non Profit Minute – Maya Pack, South Carolina Institute of Medicine & Public Health (IMPH)
June 3, 2021
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is a quick, two-minute interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like…
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Midwives are growing in popularity. Carolina OB/GYN answers the need.
June 2, 2021
Midwives are growing in popularity, thanks in part to the PBS show, ‘Call the Midwife.’ The stigma that midwifery is fringe care or often less than OBGYN care is largely…
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MUSC, SC tech colleges increasing student access to health care education, mentoring and advising
June 2, 2021
In collaboration with the South Carolina Technical College System, Spartanburg Community College (SCC), and Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College (OCTech), Lauren Gellar, Ph.D., division director for Health Care studies at the MUSC College of Health…
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New CEO at the South Carolina Medical Association
June 2, 2021
South Carolina Medical Association Names Richele K. Taylor New Chief Executive Officer The Board of Trustees for the South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA) and Fulcrum Risk Solutions, Inc. (FRS) named…
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AnMed Health changes patient visitation policy
June 2, 2021
Beginning Monday, May 24, AnMed Health will extend visiting hours. Inpatient visiting hours at all campuses – AnMed Health Medical Center, AnMed Health Women’s and Children’s Hospital and AnMed Health…
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City of Laurens Recognizes June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
June 1, 2021
On Tuesday, June 1st Laurens Mayor Senn signed a proclamation recognizing June as “Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month” in the City of Laurens. He is “all in” to #EndALZ and…
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Certified Nursing Assistant
June 1, 2021Apply on Company Website: https://www.marthafranks.com/careers ***MUST BE CERTIFIED*** Full Time, 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts; 8 and 12 hour shifts, Part Time & PRN You are invited to join the Martha…
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Dietary Chef
June 1, 2021Apply on Martha Franks website: https://www.marthafranks.com/careers Martha Franks Retirement Community is in need of a Dietary Chef with experience Position Summary: The Dietary Chef prepares meals for residents and maintain…
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Certified Dietary Manager
June 1, 2021Apply on Company Website: https://www.marthafranks.com/careers Martha Franks Retirement Community is accepting applications for the position of FULL TIME CERTIFIED DIETARY MANAGER. Minimum Requirements: MUST have Dietary Manager Certification High School…
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Nursing Assistant (no certification needed)
June 1, 2021Apply on-line: https://www.marthafranks.com/careers Martha Franks Retirement Community is seeking compassionate Nursing Assistants to become part of our team. We offer competitive salaries and benefits. (no certification needed) JOB SUMMARY: Assists…
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LPN, RN
June 1, 2021Apply on-line: https://www.marthafranks.com/careers Martha Franks Retirement Community is seeking compassionate Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses to become part of our team. 7pm-7am Full Time. $2000 Sign on bonus!!!! We…
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Sitter
June 1, 2021Apply on-line: https://www.marthafranks.com/careers Home Care Sitter Part-time **Must be 18 or older to be considered for this position** Martha Franks Retirement Community is seeking to hire Weekend / part time…
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Food Service Employee
June 1, 2021Apply on company website: https://www.marthafranks.com/careers Is your goal to have a long-term, meaningful career where you are valued and appreciated? Martha Franks Retirement Community, is looking for an enthusiastic Food…
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LRADAC earns three-year accreditation from Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
June 1, 2021
CARF International has announced that LRADAC, the Lexington/Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, has been accredited for a period of three years for its full offering of inpatient and outpatient…
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North and South Carolina Institutes of Medicine announce joint Pandemic Preparedness Task Force
June 1, 2021
COLUMBIA, SC and RALEIGH, NC – The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) and the North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM) announced today the creation of the…
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Spoleto Festival USA and MUSC Health partner for COVID-19 vaccination clinic
May 28, 2021
Walk-ins and appointments for Pfizer vaccine, May 28 to June 13 WHAT: In partnership with Spoleto Festival USA, MUSC Health will offer a vaccination clinic for the public. The clinic can…
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A Symbol of Service: University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville holds White Coat Ceremony for Class of 2024
May 28, 2021
The University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of Medicine Greenville hosted its annual White Coat Ceremony for the class of 2024 on Saturday, May 22, 2021, with President and CEO…
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AnMed Health holds groundbreaking event for newest family medicine practice
May 25, 2021AnMed Health held a groundbreaking event on May 19 for its newest family medicine practice, AnMed Health Central Family Medicine. The new practice is located at 1035 West Main Street…
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Thorne Ambulance pioneers Upstate South Carolina’s first EMS youth apprenticeship program
May 25, 2021
Thorne Ambulance Service, LLC (TAS), a premier mobile-healthcare provider in South Carolina, announced its partnership with Apprenticeship Carolina to debut the first Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) apprenticeship program in Upstate…
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Dr. Thomas B. Harper retires from Charleston Allergy & Asthma after a 40-year career
May 24, 2021
Charleston Allergy & Asthma announced this week it will be celebrating the retirement of Dr. Thomas B. Harper in June of this year. Dr. Harper is one of the practice’s…
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Registration open for in-person 152nd SCDA Annual Convention
May 24, 2021
In addition to their essential daily work, South Carolina dentists continue to make a difference in their communities in many ways, including nonprofit service and volunteering with free medical clinics.…
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Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC) teams up with the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) and Walmart for virtual reality training on reversing an opioid overdose
May 24, 2021
LRADAC’s Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC) is hosting a training and virtual reality demonstration on how to save a life by reversing an opioid overdose on Thursday, May 27, 6:30-7:30…
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