Bon Secours now Offers Innovative Treatment to Reduce Stroke Risk
May 4, 2023
Less Invasive Procedure Treats Those with Carotid Artery Disease Bon Secours St. Francis is now offering a breakthrough technology called TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) to treat patients with carotid artery…
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Regional hospice & palliative care provider announces new name
May 2, 2023
Hospice of Laurens County Will Continue Serving the Community as VIA Health Partners Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region (HPCCR), and Hospice of Laurens County, announce their official name change…
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Proactive MD celebrates grand opening of new Health Center in Greer
April 17, 2023Advanced Primary Care provider Proactive MD is pleased to officially open its 11th Health Center in South Carolina. Located in Greer, the facility will expand the group’s Upstate footprint and…
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Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) is back
April 11, 2023
After a few years’ departure due to COVID-19, the Community Health Awareness Day (CHAD) returns to Spartanburg on Saturday, April 22nd. This FREE community-wide event promises fun, food, entertainment, and…
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Bon Secours offers new treatment option for carpal tunnel patients
April 6, 2023Drs. Megan Friend and Fiesky Nunez Bon Secours is now offering patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) a new, high-tech treatment option that is minimally invasive.…
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Prisma Health announces Julian Kim, MD, as new Cancer Institute president
March 30, 2023
Julian Kim, MD, has been appointed president of the Prisma Health Cancer Institute. In this role, he will oversee the health care system’s comprehensive cancer program which is the largest…
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Local nonprofit’s virtual fundraiser raises over $2k for Greenville’s homeless
March 29, 2023
Bright Lights Greenville, a local nonprofit supporting the homeless, has raised more than $2,000 through their virtual fundraiser held March 13-17. Bright Lights Greenville is a 501(c)(3) youth-led organization aimed…
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New rankings show healthiest and least healthy counties in South Carolina
March 29, 2023
Beaufort County ranks the healthiest in South Carolina and Allendale is the least healthy county in the state, according to new County Health Rankings data from the University of Wisconsin…
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Entrepreneur Minute – David Stefanich, Rymedi
March 28, 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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SCbio names 11 life science leaders from across state to Board of Directors
March 27, 2023
Fiduciary and Operations Board members span state and industry segments, provide unique blend of expertise to lead for fast-growing industry Five years after undertaking a complete relaunch of the state’s…
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ProGrin Dental
March 20, 2023
At ProGrin Dental, we enjoy serving the Boiling Springs, SC community with excellent dental care. Our services include porcelain veneers, dental implants, pediatric dentistry, sedation and more! We offer several…
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Columbia uniform shop sold to new owner
March 14, 2023
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a leading business brokerage firm, announced the successful sale of ScrubTrendz, Inc., a trusted medical uniform shop located at 4508 Saint Andrews Road in Columbia, to The…
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Bon Secours offers tips to help you spring forward
March 9, 2023
It’s almost that time of year again – when we all move our clocks forward and lose an hour of sleep. Oddly enough, springing forward does little to add any…
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Bon Secours and American Family Care Strengthen Partnership in Upstate
March 2, 2023
Bon Secours will now operate 18 urgent care facilities in Upstate South Carolina Bon Secours is expanding its network of urgent care centers in Upstate South Carolina through their affiliation…
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Entrepreneur Minute – David Orr, Medpoint
March 2, 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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State honors three leaders, one organization as largest life sciences conference ever convenes in Charleston
February 27, 2023
Attendees salute USC’s Dean of Pharmacy Stephen Cutler, MUSC’s Caroline Brown, Nephron Pharmaceutical’s Lou Kennedy, and Liberty’s Abbott with top honors A record gathering of life science leaders from across…
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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina continues to rank among Forbes’ best large employers
February 24, 2023
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina has been recognized again by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers. BlueCross President and CEO Michael J. Mizeur says this year’s ranking highlights…
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We Are Sharing Hope SC, Congressman Timmons tour Prisma Health Transplant Center
February 22, 2023We Are Sharing Hope SC (SHSC), the state’s federally designated organ procurement organization (OPO), was joined by U.S. Representative William Timmons today for a tour of the Prisma Health Transplant…
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The Woodlands at Furman Director of Nursing honored with LeadingAge SC award
February 13, 2023
Desiree Reid, Director of Nursing at The Woodlands at Furman, has earned the LeadingAge SC Outstanding Leader Award. Desiree has worked at the Woodlands at Furman for over a decade.…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kristina Loughery, Diversified Medical Healthcare
February 7, 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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Pharmacy Technician
February 6, 2023
Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy is hiring a part-time pharmacy technician for the PC Community Care Pharmacy. This pharmacy serves the free clinic population in Laurens County and is located…
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Noted cancer researcher V.K. Gadi to keynote 2023 SC life sciences conference
February 6, 2023
Tomorrow Starts Here conference features 40+ speakers on mission-critical topics Internationally recognized cancer researcher and career educator Dr. V.K. Gadi, MD, PhD will be live in Charleston to keynote the…
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A Child’s Haven announces 2023 Board of Directors
February 3, 2023
A Child’s Haven (ACH) is proud to introduce our 2023 Board of Directors. These volunteers are ACH’s governing body. All members are elected to a three-year term of office, and…
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Prisma Health announces Matt Elsey as new CFO
January 26, 2023
Matt Elsey, CPA, has been appointed to Prisma Health’s corporate leadership team as executive vice president and chief financial officer. Elsey, a native of Michigan, brings more than 25 years…
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New Distinguished Endowed Lecture series at School of Medicine Greenville
January 24, 2023
The inaugural David A. Wilson, M.D. Innovations in Medicine Distinguished Endowed Lecture will be held Feb. 23 at USC School of Medicine Greenville. This endowed lectureship is a new, annual…
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Prisma Health develops program to help pair Black mothers with doulas with support of the TD Charitable Foundation
January 23, 2023
With support of the TD Charitable Foundation, Prisma Health is developing a program to improve maternal and birth outcomes for Black mothers by pairing them with doulas for support through…
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New primary care practice – plus Prisma Health’s debut Direct Primary Care office – open in downtown Greenville
January 16, 2023
The two primary-care approaches share a roof but are separate entities. Prisma Health Primary Care – Stone & Main, Prisma Health’s newest primary care practice located at 1 E. Stone…
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The Rose Ball Beneficiaries Committee now accepting letters of intent for grants to benefit charitable organizations in Greenville County
January 4, 2023
The Rose Ball, Greenville’s longest-running charitable event, is accepting letters of intent between January 1-13, 2023 for grant applications. The Rose Ball Beneficiaries Committee determines recommended grants for funding in…
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Proactive MD, Bob Jones University partnership brings new approach to Advanced Primary Care
January 3, 2023
New Upstate Health Centers available to university educators and other local businesses Advanced Primary Care provider Proactive MD is launching two new Health Centers in the Upstate serving employees of…
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Bon Secours names new Vice President of Mission
January 3, 2023
Bon Secours St. Francis announced that Joseph Mazzawi has been named Vice President of Mission. In this role, which he assumed on January 1st, Mazzawi will lead initiatives to support…
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Bon Secours to Host Food Donation Drive – Dec 14
December 12, 2022
Bon Secours will be hosting a food donation drive for the community on Wednesday, December 14th. They be taking donations of canned goods (stews, soups, meats, beans, vegetables, etc.) and…
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Well Walkers dates announced for December: Program offers community temperature-controlled space for exercise
November 28, 2022
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System and the Bon Secours Wellness Arena have announced December dates for their Well Walkers program. While walking outside is a great way to stay…
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Smith Drug Company supplies Thanksgiving meals in the Upstate
November 22, 2022Smith Drug Company has raised more than $7,400 to supply Thanksgiving meals within the Upstate community through employee donations and a company match. “Our employees are incredibly generous and take…
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Bon Secours receives $50,000 grant for cancer program
November 22, 2022St. Baldrick’s Foundation Awards Grants to Bring Life-Saving Clinical Trials Closer to Home The St. Baldrick’s Foundation has announced its 2022 grant recipients, and Bon Secours St. Francis Cancer Center…
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BenchMark Physical Therapy opens outpatient clinic in Greer
November 21, 2022
BenchMark Physical Therapy opened an outpatient clinic today at 5050 Wade Hampton Blvd. The clinic is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday; and 8…
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Bon Secours kicks off 2022 Festival of Trees
November 15, 2022
Annual Holiday Event to Fund New Mobile Mammography Coach Bon Secours is proud to announce the return of the annual St. Francis Festival of Trees. 2022 marks the 37th annual…
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SCBIO 2023 Life Sciences Conference Expects Record Gathering, Over 30 Speakers in Charleston; Early Registration Now Open
November 14, 2022
With the COVID-19 pandemic receding and America’s economy surging, the largest life sciences conference in Palmetto State history will convene February 21-23 in Charleston to address how South Carolina and…
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Susannah Long Therapy Services, LLC
November 11, 2022
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and I help pregnant and postpartum moms who are ready to take back control from depression and anxiety. Through working together, we…
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Prisma Health and Habitat for Humanity collaborate for new home building blitz
November 9, 2022
On Thursday, Nov. 10, Prisma Health and Habitat for Humanity will again partner on a new record-breaking home-building blitz, this time helping to build nine homes across five counties. Thursday’s…
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New mural at Pillar Holistic Living adds to Greenville public art collection
November 8, 2022Mural designed by artist Lacey Hennessey brings new inspiration to the Poinsett Corridor Pillar Holistic Living, a new holistic wellness concept, recently unveiled the newest public work of art for…
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2022 Bourbon for Boobs raises $85k for breast health
November 2, 2022Planning for 2023 Event Already Underway The 2022 Bourbon for Boobs event was a huge success, raising more than $85,000 for the Bon Secours Pearlie Harris Center for Breast Health.…
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IMCS Scientists awarded patent for enzyme engineering technology
November 1, 2022
Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems, Inc. (IMCS), a leader in recombinant enzymes and micro-chromatography technologies, was awarded U.S. Patent No. 11,421,210 by the United States Patent Office. The patent, entitled “Chimeric and…
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Prisma Health announces CEO appointment for Baptist and Parkridge Hospitals in Columbia
October 25, 2022
Anthony Jackson has been appointed to serve as the chief executive officer of Prisma Health Baptist and Baptist Parkridge hospitals. Jackson, a native of Aiken, South Carolina, was selected for…
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Swamp Rabbits, Bon Secours partner with Gerber Childrenswear for the Born and Raised 864 program
October 24, 2022The Greenville Swamp Rabbits and Bon Secours St. Francis Health System announced a partnership with Gerber Childrenswear and the launch of the Born and Raised 864 program, providing Gerber Onesies®…
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Pillar Holistic Living announces new location in Greenville
October 13, 2022
New concept to be first of its kind in the region; provide “third place” destination for families Pillar Holistic Living, a new holistic wellness concept, has announced its establishment in…
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Oasis Animal Hospital introduces affordable cost for dog and cat dental care
October 11, 2022
Oasis Animal Hospital, an emergency pet center in the Upstate, is excited to introduce a new, affordable price of $270 for all dog and cat dental cleanings for current and…
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Four Prisma Health hospitals recognized on Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care
October 10, 2022
Baptist Hospital and Baptist Parkridge Hospital in Columbia, Laurens County Hospital in Laurens and Tuomey Hospital in Sumter were included in Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for…
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Proactive MD welcomes 80 Simpsonville firefighters for annual physicals, stress tests
October 6, 2022
Advanced Primary Care provider serving multiple municipalities and first responders nationwide hosts 3-day check-up event for Simpsonville Fire Dept. Just weeks ahead of National First Responders Day, Proactive MD, the…
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Agape Care Group enters Alabama and Louisiana with the acquisition of Journey Hospice
October 4, 2022
SPARTANBURG, SC – Agape Care Group, a provider of hospice and palliative care in the Southeast and portfolio company of Ridgemont Equity Partners, announced it has acquired Journey Hospice based in…
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Prisma Health invests $5 million and partners with five S.C. colleges to help counter critical nursing shortage
October 3, 2022
Pilot program initially provides up to 120 scholarships, will expand to additional schools GREENVILLE, SC – To help combat the state’s critical nursing shortage, Prisma Health will invest $5 million…
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