Prisma Health celebrates groundbreaking of new primary care practice in Fountain Inn
October 20, 2021Prisma Health marked a next chapter in continuing to meet the needs of growing Upstate communities during a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 19, for a new primary care practice…
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Prisma Health Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine Center opens new office in Greer
October 14, 2021
Prisma Health Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center has opened a new location in Greer to better serve patients across the Upstate region. The office is located on the Prisma Health…
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Bon Secours collaborates with Guild Education to expand associate education program
October 14, 2021
New program provides strategic career pathways and 115 academic program offerings Bon Secours today announced a collaboration with Guild Education, the nation’s leading education and upskilling platform, to offer an…
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TacMed Solutions™ announces new Senior Vice President of Sales SSG, Mark R. Owens
October 12, 2021
TacMed Solutions™ welcomes Mark R. Owens to the team to lead the TacMed Simulation commercial organization as the Senior Vice President of Sales, Simulation Solutions Group. Serving in this role,…
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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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Prisma Health’s Patewood Hospital earns Baby-Friendly Hospital designation
October 6, 2021
Prisma Health shared that its Patewood Hospital has earned the official Baby-Friendly Hospital designation after implementing the 10 steps of the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI), a global program sponsored by…
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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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SC Superintendent Molly Spearman and MAKO Medical host K-12 COVID-19 testing visit
October 4, 2021SC Superintendent Molly Spearman and MAKO Medical host K-12 COVID-19 testing visit WHEN: October 5, 2021, at 10:30 am WHERE: Fountain Inn High School (student parking lot) 644 Quillen Avenue…
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Vivian Wong and Cerelia Group make donations to support pediatric cancer programming at Prisma Health
September 16, 2021
Greenville entrepreneur Vivian Wong and French-based Cérélia Group teamed up on Tuesday to donate $100,000 to Prisma Health Children’s Hospital in the Upstate to support pediatric cancer programs. The gift comes at the…
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AnMed Health promotes medical group leaders
September 7, 2021
AnMed Health is pleased to announce new titles for several of its medical group leaders to better reflect their growing scope of responsibility and strategic influence. Dr. Brad Mock, who…
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Prisma Health begins construction at new Larry Winn, M.D. Cancer Care Unit at Baptist Easley Hospital
August 30, 2021Prisma Health recently celebrated the beginning of construction at a brand-new cancer care unit at Baptist Easley Hospital, named for longtime area physician, Larry Winn, M.D. The $1.9 million project…
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Physicians for Act 432 announces a Patients’ Bill of Rights for the Upstate
August 20, 2021
Citing a need for more transparency, accountability and opportunities in health care across the region, the leadership of Physicians for Act 432 — An Alliance for Fair Health Care unveiled…
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AnMed Health experiencing high number of patients
August 19, 2021
Reminds public to visit ER only for true emergencies AnMed Health continues to see a steep increase in the number of patients seeking care at our hospitals during this latest…
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SOF® Tourniquet, OLAES® Hemostatic Bandage, and RISE™ selected as JEMS Hot Products at EMS Today 2021
August 18, 2021
The SOF® Tourniquet, OLAES® Hemostatic Bandage, and RISE™ are among several innovative new products for emergency medical services and prehospital care. Anderson, SC – TacMed Solutions™ and JEMS (Journal of…
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Sage Services Group named to Inc. 5000 list
August 18, 2021
For the second year in a row, local business Sage Services Group has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. With two South Carolina locations…
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Bon Secours expands Project SEARCH program
August 17, 2021
Expansion to Include More Space & More Interns Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has announced the expansion of its Project SEARCH program, providing more internship opportunities to students with…
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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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Carolina Dermatology expands to Easley
August 5, 2021
Prisma Health’s Carolina Dermatology practice has expanded to Easley and will provide comprehensive dermatologic care for children and adults. Dr. Jeremiah A. Miller III, who is board certified in dermatology,…
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U.S. News & World Report names Bon Secours St. Francis Health System among best in South Carolina, best in Greenville metro area
August 2, 2021
Hospitals Recognized as “High Performing” for Several Common Adult Procedures and Conditions Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has been recognized as a “Best Hospital” for 2021 by U.S. News…
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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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The NEXT School hosts free, public COVID-19 vaccine clinics
July 28, 2021
The NEXT School, a South Carolina public charter high school with campuses in Greenville, SC (NEXT High School) and Salem, SC (NEXT School Eagle Ridge), is gearing up for the…
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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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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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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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Agape Care Group continues expansion strategy in the Southeast Region with the acquisition of Integrity Hospice in Georgia
July 20, 2021Adds coverage areas across central and southern Georgia, now serving 72 counties Agape Care Group (Agape Care), a leading hospice and palliative care in the Southeast region announced today it…
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Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
July 20, 2021Twenty-seven interns are now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of…
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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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Carolina Nephrology hires new nephrologist, Dr. Carlos Zayas
July 19, 2021
Carolina Nephrology, a top provider for patient kidney care, is proud to welcome Dr. Carlos Zayas to their team. Prior to joining Carolina Nephrology, he worked as a nephrologist at…
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Bon Secours recognized for supporting breastfeeding mothers
July 19, 2021
St. Francis Eastside one of only 3 SC hospitals to be recognized Bon Secours St. Francis Eastside has received the International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant® (IBCLC®) Care Award, making it one…
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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 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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Bon Secours holds topping out ceremony for new Simpsonville medical campus
July 12, 2021
Facility Scheduled to Open in Early 2022 Bon Secours St. Francis is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to expand access to care throughout Greenville County. A small group of…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jon-Michial Carter, ChartSpan
July 8, 2021
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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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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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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Emily DeRoberts joins AnMed Health Board of Trustees
June 28, 2021
AnMed Health announced the appointment of Emily DeRoberts to the AnMed Health Board of Trustees earlier this month. Currently, DeRoberts is the District Manager for Government and Community Relations in…
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Physicians for Act 432 forms to seek better health care options
June 28, 2021A group of Greenville area doctors and patients have come together to seek more health care opportunities and partnerships for Upstate residents. Physicians for Act 432 – An Alliance for…
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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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Bon Secours launches support group for patients recovering from COVID-19
June 24, 2021
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System has launched a new support group, aimed at helping patients who survived COVID-19 but continue to deal with lingering symptoms caused by the virus.…
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Bon Secours announces community vaccination events
June 22, 2021
Bon Secours St. Francis Health System knows that vaccination is key to stopping the COVID-19 pandemic. The vaccine is safe and has proven effective in reducing your risk of getting…
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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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Ob Hospitalist Group earns industry-leading Net Promoter Score of 82 for best-in-class customer service
June 10, 2021
GREENVILLE, SC – Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG), the nation’s largest and only dedicated provider of customized obstetric (OB) hospitalist programs, announced that the company has achieved a Net Promoter Score…
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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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AnMed Health changes patient visitation policy
June 2, 2021
Beginning Monday, May 24, AnMed Health will extend visiting hours. Inpatient visiting hours at all campuses – AnMed Health Medical Center, AnMed Health Women’s and Children’s Hospital and AnMed Health…
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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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A Symbol of Service: University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville holds White Coat Ceremony for Class of 2024
May 28, 2021
The University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of Medicine Greenville hosted its annual White Coat Ceremony for the class of 2024 on Saturday, May 22, 2021, with President and CEO…
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AnMed Health holds groundbreaking event for newest family medicine practice
May 25, 2021AnMed Health held a groundbreaking event on May 19 for its newest family medicine practice, AnMed Health Central Family Medicine. The new practice is located at 1035 West Main Street…
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Thorne Ambulance pioneers Upstate South Carolina’s first EMS youth apprenticeship program
May 25, 2021
Thorne Ambulance Service, LLC (TAS), a premier mobile-healthcare provider in South Carolina, announced its partnership with Apprenticeship Carolina to debut the first Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) apprenticeship program in Upstate…
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