Increased rates of colon cancer among younger patients highlights need for education on symptoms and screening
March 24, 2022
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Prisma Heath wants to alert its communities that according to National Cancer Institute rates of colorectal cancer in young people have steadily risen in…
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Blood Drive Scheduled for March 24 at Clinton Library
March 21, 2022
Blood supply continues to be at critically low levels. The Clinton branch of the Laurens County Library System will hold a blood drive on Thursday, March 24 from 10 am…
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PTC Graduate Enjoying His Career at Self Regional Healthcare
March 9, 2022
Twadarius Jones listened to his heart when he chose cardiovascular technology (CVT) as a major at Piedmont Technical College (PTC). But he listened to his head when he considered the…
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LCSD 56 Announces Change in Covid-19 Protocols
March 2, 2022
On Tuesday, March 1st, Laurens County School District 56 announced changes to the Covid-19 protocols. The changes include: Students and staff are no longer expected to wear masks on school…
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Does Medicare cover Home Health Care? The answer is “it depends.”
February 28, 2022
By Molly Thomas, FPQP® The answer to this question is truly “it depends.” Medicare draws a line in the important distinction between medically necessary home health care and personal care…
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Prisma Health team members to help build eight SC homes across six counties for largest-ever Habitat for Humanity event
February 22, 2022
Prisma Health will partner with Habitat for Humanity on Thursday, Feb. 24, for the largest single-day multi-site project in Habitat for Humanity South Carolina’s history. The inaugural Prisma Health Partnership…
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Coronavirus & vaccination update in South Carolina
February 14, 2022
Updated Feb 14, 2021 The links provided below are updated regularly as information becomes available. Keep checking back here for updates. Latest SC Data (Feb 14, 2021) SC Demographic Data…
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Lander University receives gift from Self Regional Healthcare to establish nursing scholarship program
February 11, 2022
Lander University and Self Regional Healthcare today announced the creation of a new nursing scholarship program at the University, established through a transformational endowed gift from the health care provider…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson issues opinion on the legality of doctors prescribing alternative drugs to treat COVID-19
February 11, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today released an opinion saying South Carolina doctors do have the authority to prescribe “off-label” drugs to treat COVID-19. “Our doctors, as well as their patients,…
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CrossFit864 Holds 12th annual 5k run/walk
February 9, 2022
CrossFit864 recently held the 12th annual 5K run/walk. The event usually includes a 1/2 marathon along with the 5k but they have not done the 1/2 in the last two…
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Lander Holds Nursing Career Fair
February 1, 2022
As part of their coursework, Lander University nursing students receive instruction in resume preparation, interview skills and professional development. Nursing career fairs, like the one held on Wednesday, Jan. 26,…
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2022-2027 South Carolina Cancer Plan: A Data-Based Plan to Lessen the Cancer Burden Across the State
January 27, 2022
The South Carolina Cancer Alliance announces the release of the 2022-2027 South Carolina Cancer Plan. The Alliance, a multi-disciplinary collaborative of 800+ members, works to bring cancer prevention practices, early…
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Here’s How to Get Your FREE At-home COVID-19 Tests
January 22, 2022
You can now order free at-home COVID-19 tests. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually…
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COVID-19 Testing Available at Presbyterian College – Open to the Public
January 19, 2022
COVID-19 testing is now available through DHEC (and Luxor labs) at PC’s football stadium Monday through Friday. Testing is available each day from 9am – 4pm, until March 31st but…
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Prisma Health will stop most visitation to its emergency departments because of Omicron surge
January 8, 2022
Because of the steep rise in COVID-19 throughout the state and the high infection rates, patients coming to Prisma Health emergency departments will no longer be allowed to have visitors…
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Lander School of Nursing holds pinning ceremony
January 4, 2022
Lander University nursing graduates are recognized during the William Preston Turner School of Nursing’s pinning ceremony on the evening of Dec. 14. “Presentation of the nursing school pin is a…
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DHEC confirms first three cases of Omicron variant in South Carolina; Vaccines and masks continue to be best protection
December 15, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed the state’s first three reported cases of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. These cases were identified via whole genome…
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Laurens County Hospital among Six Prisma Health hospitals earn “A” grades in Leapfrog Safety Grades report, with five earning “Straight A” honor
December 15, 2021
Six Prisma Health hospitals have earned “A” grades in the Fall 2021 Hospital Safety Grades released by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization committed to healthcare quality and…
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DHEC Issues Statement on COVID-19 Omicron Variant; Encourages South Carolinians to Complete Vaccinations and Get Boosters
November 30, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control issues the following statement on the COVID-19 Omicron variant: DHEC is closely monitoring the emerging information on the…
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AG Alan Wilson’s statement on Court’s stay of private employer vaccine mandate
November 13, 2021
November 12, 2021 (COLUMBIA, S.C.) – Today, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals blocked OSHA from enforcing a vaccine mandate for private employers with 100 or more employees until the Court…
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AG Wilson, other states and several businesses, start court proceedings against OSHA vaccine mandate
November 10, 2021
November 5, 2021 (COLUMBIA, S.C) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with several other states and businesses, today filed the paperwork to begin court proceedings against OSHA’s…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Bans Vaccine Mandates at Cabinet Agencies, Requires State Agencies to Cooperate with Ongoing and Anticipated Litigation Related to Federal Vaccine Mandates
November 8, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-38, which prohibits all state agencies in his cabinet from requiring employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The prohibition applies to the 19…
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Electric Cooperatives host “Ride Across South Carolina” to raise awareness for heart disease
October 25, 2021
The Electric Cooperative Ride Across South Carolina is a seven-day, 648-mile ride with stops at 18 cooperatives. Starting on October 25th in the Upstate and ending in the Low Country…
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COVID Vaccination Sites in Laurens County this Week
October 20, 2021
If you have not already been vaccinated and want to be, DHEC sponsored vaccination sites are scheduled for October 21st and 22nd in Laurens County. Hickory Tavern Middle School will…
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PC Community Health and Wellness Fair
October 18, 2021
Presbyterian College is hosting a Community Health and Wellness Fair on Tuesday, October 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m on PC’s campus in front of Mabry-Smith-Yonce building and Templeton Gym…
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New Specialty License Plate Supports Cancer Research in South Carolina
October 13, 2021
Gov. Henry McMaster Holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for S. 242, Drivers for a Cure Special License Plates Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette were joined today by members of the…
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DHEC Encourages Use of Monoclonal Antibody Treatments for COVID-19
October 8, 2021
Recent shortages of monoclonal antibodies (mAb) for use in the treatment of patients with COVID-19 in South Carolina have been resolved at this time, and South Carolina now has sufficient…
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SUMMER-TERM PTC NURSING GRADUATES RECEIVE PINS
October 4, 2021
Summer 2021 graduates of Piedmont Technical College’s Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing Programs were recognized in a recent pinning ceremony at the Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood. In total, 51 students…
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Hospice of Laurens County Seeks Volunteers
September 29, 2021
Hospice of Laurens County has an urgent need for Patient & Family Support Volunteers in the Greenville and Laurens area. If you are interested in volunteering please call 864.833.6287 or…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins 24-state coalition demanding President Biden drop vaccine mandate or risk legal action
September 16, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson and 23 other attorneys general (AGs) sent a letter to President Biden today, warning that litigation will follow the implementation of the proposed mandate on private…
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Plan Home Care
September 14, 2021
Plan Home Care offers professional in-home care services for our clients in the home. By specializing in the client and tailoring a program that fits the individual as well as…
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Personal Care Aide/Caregiver
September 13, 2021
Plan Home Care is a professional non-medical in-home care company that provides assistance to our clients that allows them to remain independent in their home. Plan Home Care is currently…
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Kappa Epsilon and PC School of Pharmacy Host Bearden-Josey Center for Breast Health to Provide Mobile Mammograms
September 8, 2021
Kappa Epsilon Professional Pharmacy Fraternity of PCSP is hosting a Mobile Mammogram through the Bearden-Josey Center for Breast Health of Spartanburg Healthcare System. The Mobile Mammogram will be on site…
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City of Clinton to Host Blood Drive
September 7, 2021
The City of Clinton will host another blood drive on Friday, September 10th at their W. Main parking lot. If you are able to donate, please consider doing so. Blood…
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Prisma Health to Re-Open Drive-Thru Testing for Covid-19 in Three Locations
August 29, 2021
Prisma Health has announced that it will re-open drive-thru Covid 19 testing in three locations. The drive-thru locations include Greenville, Clinton and Seneca. Prisma’s Laurens County Hospital (LCH) will re-open…
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PC SCHOOL OF PHARMACY WELCOMES CLASS OF 2025 WITH ANNUAL WHITE COAT CEREMONY
August 24, 2021
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy’s newest students were welcomed into the College community Aug. 20 at the school’s annual White Coat Ceremony in Belk Auditorium. The P1s of the…
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PC School of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2025
August 22, 2021
On Friday, August 20th, Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy welcomed the newest class of pharmacy students with the traditional White Coat Ceremony. Click on the pictures below (photo and video…
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Laurens County Republican Party Leads Anti-Vaccine Protest at Self Regional in Greenwood
August 15, 2021
On Saturday, August 14th the heat didn’t stop 100+ people from coming out to express their concerns for vaccine mandates. The event was organized by the Laurens County Republican Party…
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Prisma Health limits visitation due to surge in COVID-19 infections
August 9, 2021
GREENVILLE, S.C.—Prisma Health will limit visitation at all hospital and clinical facilities starting Monday, Aug. 9, due to the increasing rate of COVID-19 infections. Adult inpatients, outpatients and ambulatory pediatric…
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Attorney General Wilson joins 24-state coalition seeking to overturn Roe v. Wade
August 1, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade because it has no basis in the Constitution and has led to nothing…
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Laurens YMCA to Hold Blood Drive – Monday, July 26th
July 23, 2021
Laurens YMCA will hold a blood drive on Monday, July 26th from 9:30-11:45 am at their location (410 Anderson Drive, Laurens). To schedule an appointment scan the URL code in…
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Lander University receives funding to construct new nursing building on campus
July 19, 2021
When the South Carolina General Assembly finalized its budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year, it included a record amount of new funding for Lander University. The state legislature has appropriated…
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DDSN announces innovative plan to strengthen services at South Carolina’s five regional intermediate care facilities
July 19, 2021
The South Carolina Commission on Disabilities and Special Needs unanimously voted today during the July 15,2021, commission meeting to support the agency’s most progressive plan in years to improve safety,…
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The Sky’s the Limit for Certified EMTs and Paramedics Trained at PTC
July 18, 2021
Students in the Emergency Medical Technician Program at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently learned about career options available after completing their one-semester EMT Certificate. A “Muffins for Medics” information session…
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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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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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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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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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