Navy veteran, graduate nursing practice leader named MUSC nursing dean
November 7, 2023
Catherine O. Durham, DNP, assistant dean for Graduate Practice Programs and associate professor in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program in the College of Nursing, was selected as the next dean…
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Well Walkers dates announced for November
October 31, 2023
Program offers community temperature-controlled space for exercise Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena announced November dates for their Well Walkers program. While walking outside…
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Red Cross: Donation appointments critical in coming weeks
October 26, 2023
Help build back the national blood and platelet supply by giving now As October comes to a close, the American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to make and…
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K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomes new hires
October 26, 2023
K&L Gates’ Charleston office welcomed two new hires to the office: Ms. Allessandra Stewart joins the Charleston office as counsel in the firm’s Health Care and FDA practice group. Prior…
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Recovery Centers of America shares sober October advice: Navigating the ‘Bermuda Triangle’
October 24, 2023
How to Prepare for the Holiday Season and Addiction Recovery Recovery Centers of America (RCA), a healthcare network of substance use disorder treatment facilities in the East, Midwest, and South,…
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Greenville-based iron supplement brand NovaFerrum adds adult multivitamin with iron to product line
October 24, 2023
NovaFerrum, the only over-the-counter iron supplement clinically proven to be safe, effective and well-tolerated through a multi-year clinical study, has added a new adult multivitamin with iron to it extensive…
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Pioneering the Way: Richland Library’s Social Work Department celebrates 10 years of unprecedented community impact
October 24, 2023
Richland Library is proud to commemorate the 10th anniversary of its groundbreaking Social Work Department, which has been instrumental in transforming lives and empowering communities since its inception. Established in 2013, the…
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South Carolina health programs launch 5210 SC campaign
October 23, 2023
The new statewide campaign is designed to encourage children to level-up their health. The University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health, in partnership with the State Nutrition Action…
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Cypress announced representation of new headquarters into the Central Business District
October 19, 2023
Cypress Commercial and Investment Real Estate, a Columbia-based Commercial Real Estate firm, announced its representation of RSi (Receivable Solutions, LLC) in their relocation to the entire top floor of 1441…
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SC doctors write book addressing Medical Care Crisis
October 19, 2023Two doctors with decades of experience in the Upstate have authored a new book, Unbalanced – The Evolving Medical Care Crisis. The book by Dr. Spence Taylor, M.D. and Dr.…
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Doctors Care gives back to Lexington community
October 18, 2023
Doctors Care Urgent Care, in partnership with the Lexington Chamber, held an inaugural “Doctors Care Gives Back” event today at Doctors Care Hope Ferry in Lexington, South Carolina. This event,…
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Fetter Health Care Network expands outreach efforts with new mobile unit
October 18, 2023
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has received funding through the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to acquire an additional mobile medical unit. This new unit will enhance Fetter’s ongoing…
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Columbia construction companies team up for Hard Hats with Heart Field Day for wellness
October 17, 2023
Event adds play to the workplace to support health, raise funds for the American Heart Association Do you remember the anticipation of field day in elementary school? More than 15…
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Adam T. Griffith, MD joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, P.A.
October 13, 2023
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, P.A. announced that Dr. Adam T. Griffith, MD has joined the practice as of October 2, 2023. Dr. Griffith comes to us from the University of…
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MUSC named 2023 top college for diversity and Diversity Champion by INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine
October 12, 2023
For seventh consecutive year, MUSC recognized with national diversity award Recently, INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education, announced its 2023 Health Professions Higher…
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Thousands of additional donations needed to replenish Red Cross blood supply
October 12, 2023
Gift cards, chance at $5K for those who come to give during national shortage Since announcing a national blood and platelet shortage a month ago, thousands of donors across the…
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Two minutes may be all you have to escape a home fire — South Carolina’s most frequent disaster
October 10, 2023
During Fire Prevention Week, practice your escape plan and test your smoke alarms; Midlands residents in need can contact Red Cross to request a free smoke alarm This Fire Prevention…
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Lexington Medical receives Chest Pain Accreditation
October 10, 2023
Lexington Medical Center has received Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention from the American College of Cardiology for its expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest…
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Laurens County Cancer Association One of Three Non-Profits to Receive Funding from Self Regional Healthcare
October 8, 2023
Laurens County Cancer Association was one of three non-profit organizations to receive funding from Self Regional Healthcare. Other non-profits receiving funding support were Healthy Learners and Emerald City Rotary Foundation.…
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Bon Secours offering free flu vaccines to the community
October 3, 2023
Health System to Host 4 Flu Clinics During October With the goal of making flu shots accessible throughout the community, Bon Secours is hosting a series of flu vaccine clinics…
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EdVenture creates a special place for kids with chronic health conditions
September 28, 2023A cancer diagnosis is tough for any family to face, but when the diagnosis is given to a child, it is especially heartbreaking. In honor of National Childhood Cancer and…
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Rippy makes historic scholarship gift
September 28, 2023
Barbara Harter Rippy sure knows how to leave a mark. The noted Union, South Carolina, philanthropist has just created a first-of-its-kind endowed scholarship at the Medical University of South Carolina…
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Organizations awarded opioid settlement funds for prevention efforts in Greenville, South Carolina
September 28, 2023
The POWER Collective, in partnership with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, RIZE Prevention, Inc., Just Say Something and Safe Rx, will implement a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to combating the opioid…
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Still Hopes is growing! Celebrating expanded HR department and growing Solutions for Living At Home home-care with a new building
September 26, 2023
Grand Opening of New Home For Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community’s Award-Winning Homecare Division, Solutions for Living at Home, And Growing Human Resources Division. Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community announces…
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Recovery Centers of America unveils newest facility in Greenville, SC
September 26, 2023
Recovery Centers of America (RCA), a healthcare network of treatment facilities for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions on the East Coast and in the Midwest, announces the…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jill Smith, Jill Smith & Associates Counseling
September 25, 2023
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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MUSC launches program to bring medical residents to Florence
September 21, 2023
The Medical University of South Carolina is launching a new graduate medical education program through its Regional Health Network, which includes hospitals across the state. It will start at the…
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Well Walkers dates announced for October
September 21, 2023
Program offers community temperature-controlled space for exercise Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena have announced October dates for their Well Walkers program. While walking…
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South Carolina’s top research institutions collaborate to advance comprehensive Alzheimer’s disease research, medical discoveries and education
September 21, 2023As part of a statewide effort to address Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias more effectively and with the help of $10 million in legislative funding, Clemson University, the Medical…
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Berkeley County EMS achieves Advanced Pediatric Care Designation, Cardiac Care Award
September 19, 2023
Berkeley County EMS has been recognized as an Advanced Level Peds (Pediatric) Ready EMS Agency by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Bureau of EMS. For the sixth…
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Trident United Way announces new leadership hires: Astad, Johnson and Reams to join the organization this month
September 19, 2023
Trident United Way (TUW) is thrilled to announce three new leadership hires who will join the organization this month: Vice President of Institutional Funding, Director of Health and Director of…
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American Red Cross of South Carolina announces two more students selected for HBCU Ambassador program & scholarship
September 19, 2023
Claflin student, member of inaugural cohort, honored for collecting most units nationwide The American Red Cross of South Carolina is pleased to announce two students from South Carolina Historically Black…
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Kershaw’s Bela Family Dentistry welcomes Dr. Robert S. Hegler and team
September 18, 2023
Kershaw’s premier dental care provider, Bela Family Dentistry, is delighted to announce the newest addition to its team, Dr. Robert S. Hegler and his dedicated team from Kershaw, S.C. Dr.…
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Bon Secours invests in affordable housing
September 12, 2023
Health System Provides Rebuild Upstate with $50,000 Grant Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has announced a $50,000 mission grant for Rebuild Upstate, a nonprofit organization that exists to repair…
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Red Cross facing a national blood shortage
September 12, 2023
Donors needed now as hospital demand outpaces blood donations The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national…
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New Damar Hamlin PSA set to kick off a lifesaving football season
September 12, 2023
Damar Hamlin, national ambassador to the American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers movement, encourages all fans to learn lifesaving skill As professional football returns to stadiums across the country, Damar…
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DHEC Celebrates Grand Opening of New Laurens Public Health Department Location
September 11, 2023
On Friday, Sept. 8, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) celebrated the grand opening of its new public health department serving Laurens County at 3 Catherine…
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New Medical Rehabilitation Hospital opens in Cayce, S.C. provides nationally recognized rehabilitation services
September 7, 2023
The community is invited to the hospital’s on-site ribbon cutting from 12-2 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 20. Ernest Health, a nationally recognized healthcare provider, has announced the opening of Lexington Regional…
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Governor Henry McMaster Holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for S. 569, State Alzheimer’s Plan
September 7, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster was joined yesterday by the South Carolina Alzheimer’s Association, state agency leaders, and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of S. 569, which…
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Sportsclub hosting Parkinson’s Awareness events
September 1, 2023
For the next 30 days, one of the Upstate’s premier fitness clubs is inviting the community to “work out and give back,” offering 30 days of fitness while helping find…
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Walk with a Future Doc monthly event
August 29, 2023
The event is organized by USC School of Medicine (SOMG) medical students. Come stroll for your health! A monthly Walk with a Future Doc event encourages Lifestyle Medicine within the…
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Schmidt named CEO of Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
August 29, 2023
Roxanna Schmidt has been named Chief Executive Officer of Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital. The 36-bed medical rehabilitation hospital provides specialized rehabilitative care to patients who are recovering from disabilities caused…
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Good Shepherd Clinic of Laurens County Welcomes Tamika Lang as New Service Provider
August 27, 2023
The Good Shepherd Free Medical Clinic of Laurens County recently welcomed Tamika Lang as a service provider at the clinic. Lang is a board-certified Physician Assistant with experience in Internal…
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ProHealth Center: Providing Holistic Wellness Services in Laurens County
August 27, 2023
ProHealth Center has been open since 2018, yet many don’t know about this hidden gem in our community. They pride themselves in taking an integrative approach and offer patients traditional…
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Carolina Sunshine for Children 2nd annual 5k for children
August 24, 2023
Walk, run, or roll to grant wishes for children in South Carolina! Local nonprofit Carolina Sunshine for Children will host its second annual 5k for children to raise funds that…
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Life Sciences Forum to draw business, academia from across state to Columbia Sept. 14
August 23, 2023
Registration is surging and a full house is expected for SCbio’s Midyear Life Sciences Forum 2023 on Thursday, Sept. 14 in Columbia. The half-day program is focused on critical issues…
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Fetter Health Care Network awarded $2 million grant toward maternal health care efforts
August 22, 2023
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) has been awarded the Quality Improvement Fund Maternal Health (QIF-MH) grant, a $2 million award provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
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Hank and Laurel Greer expand their generosity with a significant contribution to Roper St. Francis Healthcare
August 15, 2023
Generous gift will expand access to care for Berkeley County’s underserved and uninsured A recent gift from Hank and Laurel Greer will expand the Roper St. Francis Greer Transitions Clinic…
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American Red Cross recognizes 130th Anniversary of the Sea Island Hurricane and impacts on the Lowcountry
August 14, 2023
What One hundred and thirty years ago, one of the deadliest hurricanes in American history made landfall on August 27, 1893. Now known as the Sea Island Hurricane, the storm…
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Board of Trustees approve FY24 operating budget, establish new MUSC Institute for Neuroscience Discovery
August 14, 2023
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled committee sessions and board meeting on August 10 and 11,…
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