The City of Columbia partners with SC DHEC to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations
November 10, 2021To prevent coronavirus cases from rising, the City of Columbia is urging citizens to get vaccinated and is offering several free vaccine clinics. The City of Columbia is partnering with…
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DHEC Board accepts SHaPE SC Task Force recommendations
November 10, 2021
The S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control (Board) today received the final report and recommendations of the Task Force to Strengthen the Health and Promote the Environment of South Carolina (SHaPE SC).…
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Encompass Health announces plans to build inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Irmo
November 9, 2021
Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) announced it plans to build a freestanding, 27-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital near Columbia, South Carolina. The hospital will be located at the corner of Evergreen…
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In the Huddle with “Broadway Joe”: The X’s and O’s of Medicare Coverage Options
October 28, 2021
By Brian Harmon, Director of Individual Medical at The Cason Group If you’ve watched television at all in the past 5 years, you have probably seen a commercial with Hall…
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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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Obsidio, Inc. expands clinical advisory Board with two new Members
October 21, 2021
Obsidio, Inc., a medical device company pioneering groundbreaking therapies in endovascular embolization, announced the expansion of its clinical advisory board with the appointment of two new members – Jafar Golzarian,…
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Interim HealthCare hiring home health professionals to support increased need for services in the Midlands
October 20, 2021
Home health services are expecting to see continued growth in the coming years, based on a projection of 350 percent growth for the population aged 85 and older by 2050,…
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Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
October 20, 2021
The Lexington Police Department, along with the Lexington/Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council (LRADAC) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will be working together on Saturday, October 23, 2021, for…
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Palmetto Primary Care Physicians welcomes family physician, D. Zack White, MD
October 18, 2021
Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (PPCP), the largest independent multi-specialty physicians group in South Carolina, is pleased to announce that D. Zack White, MD, a family medicine physician, has joined their…
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County offering $100 gift cards as vaccination incentive
October 18, 2021
Pair of events Oct. 30 will focus on community resources In an effort to make COVID-19 shots easier to access for Richland County residents, an upcoming vaccination drive will be…
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Interim HealthCare announces promotion of Kiersten Colovin to Vice President of Operations
October 8, 2021
Interim HealthCare, a leading area provider of home health care, hospice, and personal care services, recently announced the promotion of Kiersten Colovin to Vice President of Operations. In this expanded…
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Understanding COVID-19’s Deadly Delta Variant – Part I: What It Is—and Why It’s So Dangerous
October 7, 2021
By Mike DuBose As we moved into the summer of 2021, I, like many others, had high hopes that the US was winning its fight against the novel coronavirus. Although…
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LRADAC awarded federal grant to implement mental health first aid training in multiple counties
October 5, 2021
LRADAC has been awarded a five-year federal grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to implement an innovative Mental Health First Aid training program in Lexington…
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DHEC analysis: majority of severe COVID-19 cases among unvaccinated individuals
October 5, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s (DHEC) most recent data analysis shows that the majority of recent COVID-19 cases, including severe cases, remain among individuals who are…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards Health Fund Grant to support Lexington District One nurses & students
September 28, 2021
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a $25,500 Health Fund Grant to the Lexington County School District One Office of Student Services to support the nurses and all students…
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Diversey unveils Innovation Zone Research and Development Center
September 8, 2021
Diversey Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: DSEY), a leading provider of hygiene, infection prevention and cleaning solutions, today announced the opening of its Innovation Zone Research and Development Center. Located on the…
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Douglas S. Schultz, Jr., MD joins Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA
September 1, 2021
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA announced that Dr. Douglas S. Schultz, Jr. MD, joined the practice as of September 1, 2021. Dr. Schultz completed his Adult Reconstruction Fellowship at Allegheny…
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Drive-thru COVID-19 testing site opens on Columbia Metropolitan Airport campus
August 24, 2021
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), in partnership with South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC), RRT and Extraordinary Headhunters, LLC., today announced that beginning Monday, August 30, 2021 CAE will host…
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City of Columbia leaders urging residents to get vaccinated as COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the Midlands
August 24, 2021As coronavirus cases rise, the City of Columbia is urging citizens to get vaccinated and is offering several free vaccine clinics. The City of Columbia is partnering with Prisma Health,…
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DHEC Analysis: Majority of COVID-19 cases in July among those who are not fully vaccinated
August 17, 2021
Following an analysis that revealed more than 90 percent of COVID-19 cases and deaths in June and 86 percent of hospitalizations were among individuals who were not fully vaccinated, the South…
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Nephron implements a mandatory vaccination policy
August 16, 2021
By Alan Cooper Nephron Pharmaceuticals President Lou Kennedy announced today that the company will mandate COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. The Nephron Mandatory Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy states…
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Rhythmlink International, LLC honored as a Best Places to Work in South Carolina for tenth consecutive year
August 12, 2021
For the tenth consecutive year Rhythmlink has been awarded a spot on the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list in the Small Employer category, honored by the South…
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MUSC’s Midlands expansion links more sites to No. 1 hospital in state
August 5, 2021Joanne Carelli is thrilled that the downtown Columbia hospital where she’s worked for 43 years is now part of MUSC Health’s new Midlands Division. She’s pleased not only as a…
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DHEC recommends vaccinations, mask use, in school guidance for K-12 2021-2022 academic year
July 29, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has issued its COVID-19 interim guidance for K-12 schools as students, teachers, parents, and staff all prepare for the 2021-2022…
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DHEC supports updated CDC guidance, recommends indoor masking for all regardless of vaccination Status
July 28, 2021
Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases and the increasing threat of the Delta variant, the CDC on Tuesday is recommending public indoor masking for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.…
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The City of Columbia partners with Prisma Health, SC DHEC and Lexington Medical Center to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations
July 27, 2021
The City of Columbia is partnering with Prisma Health, SC DHEC and Lexington Medical Center to host free COVID-19 vaccination clinics at city operated facilities. The city is increasing vaccination…
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DHEC applauds SC reaching 50 percent one-dose COVID-19 vaccine rate, urges more vaccinations ahead of academic year
July 26, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is happy to announce that, as of Thursday, 50 percent of eligible South Carolina residents have received at least one dose of…
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Midlands COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics and COVID-19 Testing (July 26-August 1, 2021)
July 26, 2021
DHEC is providing regular updates for COVID-19 vaccine clinics and testing opportunities in the Midlands Region (Aiken, Barnwell, Edgefield, Chester, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lexington, Newberry, Saluda, Richland, and York counties). Most current…
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DHEC Analysis: More than 90 percent of COVID-19 cases, deaths in June were among unvaccinated residents
July 26, 2021
Following an analysis that revealed the overwhelming number of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths in the first two weeks of June were among residents who were not fully vaccinated, the South…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs the Student Identification Card Suicide Prevention Act into law
July 23, 2021Governor Henry McMaster was joined by Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette, members of the General Assembly, and state leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of S.231, the Student Identification Card…
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Noreta Family Medicine celebrates one year of service to the midlands owner/physician reflects on revolutionary model of healthcare
July 22, 2021
Noreta Family Medicine is celebrating one year since its founding in July 2020. Noreta, shortened from No Red Tape, is unlike most healthcare practices in the region. Instead of dealing…
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The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment is hosting Night at the Ballpark at the Columbia Fireflies on August 6th
July 20, 2021
The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment invites the community to join them for a Columbia Fireflies game on Friday, August 6th at 7:05 p.m. at Segra Park. As the community organization…
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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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DHEC announces ‘Champions of the Environment’ funding will support training program for K-12 environmental educators
July 18, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that “Champions of the Environment” grant funding is helping sponsor the Palmetto Environmental Education Certification program (PEEC), which trains and informs school…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate Hiring in the Midlands
July 15, 2021
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a leading provider of home health, hospice, and personal care services in South Carolina, will soon be expanding to the Midlands, beginning in Richland, Lexington…
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Interim HealthCare of the Upstate expanding to Columbia, hiring home health professionals
July 15, 2021
Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a leading provider of home health, hospice, and personal care services in South Carolina, will soon be expanding to the Midlands, beginning in Richland, Lexington…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Dr. Andrea Pezzella conducts first minimally invasive prolapse system in South Carolina
May 24, 2021
Local Urogynecologist is first in Carolinas with unique, new platform for women suffering with pelvic organ prolapse Andrea Pezzella, M.D., FPMRS, FACOG, of Southern Urogynecology Wellness & Aesthetics, recently conducted…
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