We Are Sharing Hope SC highlights the healing power of tissue donation during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 30, 2024
We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC) is honoring tissue donors during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for their decision to donate to so many women across the state of who are…
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Genesis Healthcare opens Walterboro Family Care and Pediatrics
October 29, 2024
New health center will offer affordable medical services to the area Genesis Healthcare celebrates the opening of Walterboro Family Care and Pediatrics, its newest Federally Qualified Health Center bringing affordable…
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USC planning S.C.’s first hospital specializing in neurological care
October 25, 2024
The University of South Carolina is planning to develop a unique hospital that would house the Palmetto State’s first standalone comprehensive medical facility dedicated entirely to integrated care of patients…
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MUSC Health leader recognized as top global chief digital officer
October 23, 2024
HotTopics, a company that brings together C-suite leaders from across the globe, has named MUSC Health Chief Digital Transformation Officer Crystal Broj a 2024 Global Chief Digital Officer 100 Award…
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Over 237 wishes granted: Make-A-Wish® South Carolina reflects on a year of hope and milestones
October 22, 2024
Record-breaking fundraising efforts and heartwarming stories highlight another successful year of granting life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses. As we close the books on our fiscal year, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina…
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Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital first to achieve Magnet designation four times in a row for excellent nursing care
October 21, 2024
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital teammates received news that they are the first in the state to achieve Magnet designation four times in a row. They also earned Magnet with…
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Shifa Free Clinic receives $561,000 Federal Grant to fund the new INSPIRE-D Project, helping prevent Diabetes in underserved communities
October 14, 2024
Shifa Free Clinic announced that it has been awarded over $500,000 in grant funding from the Office of Minority Health of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This…
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Board of Trustees approves 5-year OneMUSC strategic plan
October 11, 2024
MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion leader provides four-year update. Sisters of the first African American man to graduate from the MUSC College of Medicine receive…
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MUSC Health’s contract with Humana Medicare Advantage and Humana’s Healthy Horizons Medicaid Insurance expires Dec. 31, 2024
October 9, 2024
As of Dec. 31, 2024, MUSC Health’s contract with the Humana Medicare Advantage product and Humana’s Healthy Horizons Medicaid product will end. Patients will need to switch plans or find…
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MUSC Health collaborates with partners and affiliates statewide to ensure continuity of care amid IV fluid supply chain challenges
October 8, 2024
MUSC emergency departments, trauma and elective surgeries are all operating under normal conditions The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Health system is dedicated to maintaining high-quality surgical and procedural…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare begins initial site development on Johnnie Dodds Boulevard
October 8, 2024
“As our population advances, our healthcare needs to advance…” Roper St. Francis Healthcare has reached a significant milestone in its commitment to expand healthcare access in Mount Pleasant with the…
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MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital’s heart program claims No. 2 spot in country
October 8, 2024
The already highly successful cardiology team at the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital has risen another two spots to become the No. 2 Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery program in the country in newly…
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Sight Savers America receives $80,000 grant from Power:Ed to provide high-tech vision aids to SC children with severe visual impairment and blindness
September 30, 2024
SSA Chief Program Officer Jennifer Haddox, Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons, and SC students receiving vision aids Sight Savers America has been awarded an $80,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy…
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The BEE Collective and the Charleston Alliance for Fair Employment host Childcare Worker Circle
September 19, 2024
Elevating Worker Voices, Building Solidarity, and Empowering Charleston’s Childcare Workforce On September 21, 2024, the BEE Collective and the Charleston Alliance for Fair Employment are joining forces to host the inaugural Childcare Worker Circle,…
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MUSC Health to invest $30 million in expanding Emergency Department services at its Columbia Medical Center Downtown location
September 18, 2024
MUSC Health, the leading health care provider in South Carolina, has announced plans to invest $30 million in expanding Emergency Department services at the MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown…
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CodaPet-At Home Pet Euthanasia Charleston, SC
September 18, 2024
At Codapet, we understand the profound bond you share with your furry companions. Just as they bring joy and love into our lives, they deserve to leave this world with…
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Johns Island Acupuncture brings exclusive DAO Needling treatment to the Lowcountry
September 12, 2024
Johns Island Acupuncture brings innovative and holistic healing practices to the Charleston community. Led by Treayor Smith, L.AC, DIPL. OM, C.SMA, this new practice is the only clinic in the…
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SCbio’s life sciences accelerator, SCbioDrive, announces inaugural cohort of oncology and neuroscience startups
September 12, 2024
Seven emerging life science startups from South Carolina to Taiwan to receive guidance, mentoring and business-focused curriculum modules taught by industry experts including Charles River Labs, Deloitte, Eli Lilly, Maynard Nexsen,…
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MUSC receives nearly $4.69 million to improve lives throughout South Carolina
August 27, 2024
In its centennial year, The Duke Endowment has made four awards totaling nearly $4.69 million to help the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) improve access to health care throughout…
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Charleston Dermatology opens fourth location, welcomes new dermatologist
August 20, 2024
Charleston Dermatology, a leading provider of medical, surgical and cosmetic skin care, announced the grand opening of its fourth location at the Berkeley Medical Complex. The new office opens on…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare will sell Roper Hospital property by 2029
August 12, 2024
Purchase sale agreement approved Saturday by MUSC Board of Trustees; Current Roper Hospital will remain fully operational for patients Roper St. Francis Healthcare is announcing its plans to sell the…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare announces operational changes due to Tropical Storm Debby
August 7, 2024
Healthcare system updates temporary changes for elective procedures and facilities operations as tropical storm Debby impacts the area In light of recent forecasts for Tropical Storm Debby, Roper St. Francis…
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Advanced robotic surgery system arrives at Roper St. Francis Healthcare
July 30, 2024
Roper St. Francis Healthcare recently became the first Charleston healthcare provider to acquire and implement a new surgical robot called the Da Vinci 5. This cutting-edge device will enhance our…
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First Choice makes going back to school easy and fun in N. Charleston
July 30, 2024
Jump-Start Back-to-School will offer school supplies, backpacks, and more on Aug. 3, 3 – 6 p.m. What Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice health plan will host its third Jump-Start Back-to-School event of the…
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Eterna Aesthetics + Wellness: A new era of total well-being
July 29, 2024
Dr. Mark Luckie and Jessica Luckie, a dynamic husband and wife duo, are thrilled to announce the grand opening of Eterna Aesthetics + Wellness. This exciting venture marks the merger of…
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Genesis Healthcare, Inc. launches mobile healthcare units to serve S.C.’s underserved communities
July 10, 2024
Genesis Healthcare, Inc. announced the launch of groundbreaking mobile healthcare units designed to address healthcare disparities and enhance access to medical services in underserved communities throughout the Pee Dee and…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare selects Joseph DeLeon to serve as president and CEO
June 26, 2024
Texas healthcare leader brings more than 29 years of experience, served as captain in United States Air Force Medical Service Corps Joseph DeLeon, an accomplished healthcare leader from Texas, will…
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Hilton Head Hospital Auxiliary awarded $30,000 grant from Power:Ed for nursing scholarships to help students pursue healthcare careers
June 25, 2024
Mike Rosenfield, Hospital Auxiliary President; Claire Gibbons, Power:Ed Executive Director; and Janet Porter, Hospital Auxiliary Board Chair The Hospital Auxiliary (HHHA), a nonprofit dedicated to assisting patients in need in…
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Berkeley County unveils new heliport on Daniel Island
June 24, 2024
Located seven minutes or less from area hospitals Berkeley County Government has opened a new designated heliport on Daniel Island, located near the off-ramp from I-526 and Seven Farms Drive.…
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Kids Teeth expands team with the addition of Dr. Frances Gouldin as new Associate Pediatric Dentist
June 17, 2024
Kids Teeth, a locally owned and operated dental practice for children in a welcoming environment, is thrilled to announce the addition of a new Associate Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Frances Gouldin,…
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Hollings opens new dedicated cancer clinical trials unit
June 13, 2024MUSC Hollings Cancer Center has opened the Summer and Clyde Anderson Advanced Cancer Therapy Clinic to provide specialized care to patients participating in phase I clinical trials for cancer. This…
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Renowned MUSC neuropsychiatric disorders researcher recognized for scientific excellence by SC Governor
June 11, 2024
Gov. Henry McMaster has honored Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) researcher Mark George, M.D., with the 2024 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Scientific Research. Established in 1985, this award…
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skillsgapp launches two new Skillionaire Games
June 5, 2024
Skillionaire Games help to meet South Carolina’s rising demand for skilled talent in advanced manufacturing and healthcare In response to a statewide demand for skilled talent pipelines in both advanced…
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Zeus welcomes new General Manager, reinforcing commitment to catheter innovation
June 3, 2024
● Matthew Bradbury has been named General Manager of Catheter Solutions at Zeus ● In this role, Bradbury will oversee catheter design, manufacturing, and assembly and further position Zeus as…
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MUSC Children’s Health Pediatric Trauma Program honors exceptional DCEMS teams for outstanding service and dedication
May 30, 2024
On May 29, 2024, a representative from the MUSC Children’s Health Pediatric Program presented awards to several of Dorchester County Emergency Medical Services (DCEMS) teams for their extraordinary contributions to…
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MUSC Hollings Cancer Center launches web data tool for South Carolina population health information
May 28, 2024
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center researchers developed and launched the web-based South Carolina Cancer Surveillance for Population Health Research and Outreach Tool (SC SPOT), which provides cancer and health-related data for all…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sarah Frick, The Works A Sweat Studio
May 22, 2024
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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Johns Island Acupuncture opens its doors, offering holistic healing in Johns Island, SC
May 22, 2024
Johns Island Acupuncture proudly announces its grand opening May 28, 2024 at 1807 Crowne Commons Way, Suite F8, in Live Oak Square, inviting residents of Johns Island and surrounding areas…
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RSF Berkeley Hospital expansion project celebrates milestone
May 20, 2024
Final beam placed on hospital expansion that will double the number of beds The final beam was placed atop the Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital expansion project on Friday, a…
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare Nurse of the Year Awards
May 20, 2024
As part of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), The Roper St. Francis Healthcare Nurse of the Year Awards are presented annually to nurses that demonstrate excellent contributions to the healthcare…
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The Citadel awards honorary degrees in recognition of service to state and national leaders
May 15, 2024
The Citadel Board of Visitors presented honorary degrees to recipients during the commencement celebrations for the Class of 2024. Honorary degrees are awarded to the speakers for the commencement ceremonies…
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Prestige Therapeutic Fitness celebrates ribbon cutting with innovative approach to fitness
May 13, 2024
Prestige Therapeutic Fitness (PTF), Mount Pleasant’s newest fitness center, is proud to announce its grand opening. Owner Zoher Alimohamed and family celebrated this momentous occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside…
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SCbio’s life science accelerator, SCbioDrive, launches application for inaugural cohort
May 8, 2024
SCbio, in partnership with The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MassBio), today opened the applications for its new accelerator program, SCbioDrive, A biannual program, SCbioDrive will select up to six seed-stage life…
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SCRA announces four new Member companies and grant funding
May 7, 2024
MyVoluntier Operations, Oncoblaze, Rabbit Hole Digital, and ThreatCaptain were accepted as a South Carolina Research Authority Member Company. Apex Orthopaedic, Construx, Heirloom Cloud, Katalyst Corporation, Sojourn MedTech, Tandem Concepts, and…
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Thrive Postpartum introduces innovative platform and podcast to support Mothers with postpartum depression and anxiety
May 6, 2024
Thrive Postpartum™ proudly announces the launch of its online platform and the premiere of its new podcast, “Let’s Thrive Postpartum,” designed specifically to support mothers facing postpartum depression and anxiety…
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All Roper St. Francis Healthcare hospitals earn top ratings for third straight time
May 1, 2024
Four Roper St. Francis Healthcare hospitals earn A’s for patient safety Every hospital at Roper St. Francis Healthcare earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for patient safety in The Leapfrog…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Dr. Jesse Willingham, Brighter Outlook Vision
April 26, 2024
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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National Mass Violence Center honored with inaugural Congressional Award in Washington D.C.
April 17, 2024
Bipartisan leaders recognize center’s outstanding services for mass violence victims, survivors and affected communities The National Mass Violence Center (NMVC) was honored with the United States Congressional Crime Survivors & Justice…
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MUSC Hollings Cancer Center earns its highest score, receives NCI-designation renewal
April 17, 2024
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) has received the renewal of a five-year grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and achieved its best score ever of “outstanding performance.” Hollings Cancer…
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Board of Trustees gets updates on groundbreaking research, finances and new health care facilities
April 16, 2024
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 April 11 and 12,…
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