Women’s Health Week: SC Health Officials Remind Women That Prevention Starts With a Checkup
May 12, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages women across the state to commit to healthy habits and practices that will help them lead a longer, healthier life during…
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National Trails Day Celebration Comes to Laurens County
May 6, 2026
Honoring 250 Years of Freedom with Community, Health, and Outdoor Fun The Laurens County Trails Association is inviting residents of all ages to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday, June…
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Mental Health Awareness Month: The connection between mental health and substance use
May 5, 2026
Observed each May, Mental Health Awareness Month highlights the importance of understanding the connection between mental health and substance use, particularly for teens and young adults. The South Carolina Department…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Continues Work to Stop Illegal Chinese Vapes
April 20, 2026
Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining a 13-state coalition in a letter asking major credit card networks to stop the sale of illicit e-cigarette products. These products account for almost…
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Life Line Screening Event to Offer Preventive Health Screenings at Westminster Presbyterian Church on April 28
April 14, 2026
Residents age 40 and older are invited to take advantage of an upcoming preventive health screening opportunity when Life Line Screening visits Westminster Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.…
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THRIVE Laurens County hosts two free Community Listening Sessions in Waterloo and Mountville
April 2, 2026
Residents across Laurens County invited to share their voices, enjoy a free meal, and help shape a healthier community THRIVE Laurens County, a local coalition of residents, organizations, and institutions…
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Spring Break Travel Talk: How to start simple safety conversations with kids
March 31, 2026
OSUS encourages families to use travel time as an opportunity for simple, supportive conversations As families across South Carolina prepare for Spring Break travel, the South Carolina Department of Behavioral…
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Precision Meets Progress: Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital’s 100 Robotic Surgeries Strengthen Care for Rural Patients
March 9, 2026
Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital (LCH) has reached a major milestone in advanced medical care, completing its 100th robot-assisted surgery just six months after launching the program — a development…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Hold Diaper Drive-Thru in Downtown Clinton March 10
March 4, 2026
Families in Laurens County who need a little extra help with diapers and wipes will have an opportunity to receive support during an upcoming Diaper Drive-Thru hosted by the Upstate Pregnancy…
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LCSD56 Students Get a Fresh Taste of Local Agriculture Through Certified SC Cafeteria Program
February 18, 2026
Students in Laurens County School District 56 are gaining a deeper appreciation for where their food comes from — one meal at a time. LCSD56 Child Nutrition officials recently announced…
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Advice from the Apothecary: What Patients Should Know About PBM Reform in South Carolina
February 18, 2026
As we move into 2026, many patients are asking how changes being discussed in Columbia could affect their prescriptions and their local pharmacy. Here’s what you should know about the…
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Connor Shaw Shares Powerful Message on Faith, Football, and Life-Saving Preparedness at First Baptist Laurens Super Bowl Breakfast
February 11, 2026
First Baptist Church in Laurens hosted a well-attended Super Bowl Sunday breakfast that left a lasting impression on those gathered, thanks to a moving and deeply personal message from former…
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DPH Encourages the Gift of Heart and Lung Health for Valentine’s Day: Quit Nicotine
February 11, 2026
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages South Carolinians to show love to their heart, their lungs, and their loved ones by quitting nicotine…
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Prisma Health Adds Protective Measures in SC Hospitals as Measles Cases Rise
February 7, 2026
Beginning Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, Prisma Health has implemented additional measures in its South Carolina hospitals to help protect patients in response to rising measles cases. According to the Centers…
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Children of Addiction Awareness Week: Supporting kids impacted by substance use
February 5, 2026
Children of Addiction Awareness Week, observed February 8 through 14, highlights the experiences of millions of children nationwide who grow up in families impacted by substance use. The South Carolina…
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Recognizing early signs of substance misuse in adolescents
February 2, 2026
Adolescence is an important time, when young people begin forming attitudes, behaviors and beliefs around substance use, often earlier than many adults realize. The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health…
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Naloxone Awareness Day highlights a simple action that can save lives
January 22, 2026
On January 23, South Carolina recognizes Naloxone Awareness Day – a date chosen to reinforce a simple but powerful message: with naloxone, saving a life can be as easy as…
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Presbyterian College OT Doctoral Program Seeks Children for Exergaming Research Study
January 21, 2026
The Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program is seeking participants for an on-campus research study exploring how active video games—known as exergames—can support children’s movement skills and school-related abilities. The…
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Dry January and the Rise of the Alcohol-Free Movement
January 19, 2026
Each January, more people across the country choose to participate in “Dry January,” a month-long pause from alcohol that gives individuals a chance to reset after the holidays and take…
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Prisma Health Provides Measles Outbreak Update; No Cases Confirmed in Laurens County, but Officials Urge Caution
January 17, 2026
Prisma Health officials and medical experts provided an update on the ongoing measles outbreak in South Carolina on Friday, January 16, 2026, urging residents to remain vigilant as cases continue…
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January is National Blood Donor Month: One Hour Can Help Save a Life
January 17, 2026
Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs a blood donation. Over the course of a year, that adds up to an estimated 4.5 million people who rely on…
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Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month shares hope and healing in January
January 13, 2026
January is recognized nationwide as Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month (Treatment Month), an observance led by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to raise awareness about treatment…
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