Prisma Health Adds Protective Measures in SC Hospitals as Measles Cases Rise
February 7, 2026
Beginning Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, Prisma Health has implement 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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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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Senior Resource Specialists
February 6, 2026
A Senior Resource Specialist is a seasoned healthcare professional who serves as a trusted guide for patients, families, and care partners navigating complex healthcare needs. This role focuses on assessing…
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Always Best Care of The Grand Strand
February 5, 2026
Always Best Care combines national strength and standards with local accessibility and personal service. Nate Rhodes, the Owner of Always Best Care Grand Strand, has operated Always Best Care in…
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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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Solutions for Living at Home earns national distinction for fourth consecutive year
February 5, 2026Local Home Care Provider Named as a 2026 Leader in Experience® by Activated Insights The Midlands-based in-home caregiving agency Solutions for Living at Home was recently awarded Activated Insights’ top…
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Tidelands Health to receive $5 million for women and children’s health care
February 4, 2026
Tidelands Health will receive $5 million in federal funding to enhance access to care for women and children along the Grand Strand. The funding, which was secured by U.S. Sen.…
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Emerger Strategies partners with Ecolytics to help fly fishing and outdoor brands achieve credible sustainability data and B Corp readiness
February 4, 2026
Emerger Strategies, a sustainability solutions provider serving fishing and outdoor brands, announced a strategic partnership with Ecolytics, a sustainability data and impact management platform. The partnership expands Emerger Strategies’ capabilities…
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MUSC Health breaks ground on new primary care office in Forest Acres
February 4, 2026
MUSC Health leaders, community partners and local officials gathered yesterday to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new primary care medical office building at 5213 Trenholm Road in the heart of…
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Tidelands Health: Show your heart some love this month
February 2, 2026
Get tips to help keep your heart healthy at February’s free Walk With a Doc at Brookgreen Gardens. Dr. Jacqueline Sennott, a board-certified cardiologist at Tidelands Health, will share information on the…
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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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Local assisted living provider launches new networking and support groups
January 31, 2026
The Landings of Georgetown and the Crossings of Georgetown are excited to announce the creation of two new groups designed to help caretakers and businesses that specialize in helping senior…
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From Sudden Cardiac Arrest to Saving Lives: Connor Shaw Launches Heart Huddle in Simpsonville
January 30, 2026
Just four months ago, a typical Wednesday night at Gracely Park nearly turned tragic when former University of South Carolina quarterback Connor Shaw collapsed while coaching his son’s flag football…
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Fountain Inn to Host 2026 Health and Wellness Fair this March
January 30, 2026
As the Upstate tries to shake off the winter chill, the City of Fountain Inn is pivoting its focus toward community well-being. The 2026 Fountain Inn Health and Wellness Fair…
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ATI Physical Therapy Expands Golden Strip Presence with New Simpsonville Clinic
January 30, 2026
The Golden Strip’s healthcare landscape continues to grow this week as ATI Physical Therapy prepares to celebrate the grand opening of its newest Simpsonville location. The Simpsonville Area Chamber of…
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New Semester Safety Reminder: The Hidden Dangers of “Study Drugs”
January 30, 2026
As the spring semester begins, many college students face increased academic pressure to perform, manage demanding schedules and prepare for exams. The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental…
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SOS Cares seeks volunteers to help with spring events
January 28, 2026
SOS Cares is a Murrells Inlet-based non-profit that provides resources and programs for children and adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. With a goal of empowering individuals to live as…
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Trail Growth: Swamp Rabbit Extension Set to Link the Golden Strip
January 27, 2026
The highly anticipated expansion of the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail is moving into its next critical phase, bringing the Upstate’s premier greenway closer to a seamless connection between Mauldin,…
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Blood drive scheduled for Friday at Tidelands Georgetown Hospital
January 27, 2026
Residents in Georgetown, Pawleys Island and surrounding areas are encouraged to donate blood this Friday, Jan. 30, at Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital. The Blood Connection will be on-site from 10…
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New Horizons Residential Treatment Program celebrates first graduates
January 22, 2026
LRADAC announced the launch of its New Horizons Residential Treatment Program, a new 24/7 residential treatment option designed to provide adults with structured, compassionate care as they begin their recovery…
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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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Save the Date – St. James Health and Wellness to host Community Resource Fair on March 28
January 21, 2026
St. James Health and Wellness is excited to host its first-ever Community Resource Fair on Saturday, March 28 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at its Andrews Annex Health Center…
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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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Ready for Anything: What I learned at Midway Fire and Rescue
January 19, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher I’ve had the privilege to participate in Leadership Georgetown this year and as part of that experience, I get to tour various businesses and organizations across…
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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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MUSC applauds Governor’s support of the Comprehensive Cancer Hospital
January 15, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry D. McMaster has presented his Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, recommending funding for the new Comprehensive Cancer Hospital in Charleston at the Medical University of…
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Arbor Landing @Pawleys
January 14, 2026Senior living community focused on person-centered care at our beautiful, quaint home nestled in Pawleys Island serving the Grand Strand and Georgetown counties offering assisted living and memory care options…
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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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Presale tickets now available for LiveWildFest 2026
January 13, 2026
Presale tickets are officially on sale for LiveWildFest 2026, Charleston’s homegrown health and wellness festival, returning May 2, 2026, at a new venue, Firefly Distillery (4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston).…
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Free service at Tidelands Health helps community members properly dispose of more than 1,150 pounds of expired medications in 2025
January 7, 2026
Community members properly disposed of more than 1,150 pounds of expired and unneeded medications in 2025 through a free drop-off service at Tidelands Health. The amount of prescription and over-the-counter medications collected…
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Georgetown County Parks and Recreation challenge residents to join the GOAT herd in 2026
January 6, 2026
The Georgetown County Parks and Recreation department is challenging local residents to take the Fit GOAT/ Iron GOAT Challenge in 2026 as part of its ongoing efforts to promote health…
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Organic Mechanics named Best of 2025 Greenville Award Winner in Sports Massage Therapist category by BusinessRate
January 6, 2026
Organic Mechanics, a leading muscular therapy practice in Greenville, South Carolina, proudly announces that it has been recognized as a Best of 2025 Greenville Award Winner in the Sports Massage…
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Get tips for developing – and keeping – healthy habits in 2026
January 5, 2026
Take steps toward a healthy 2026 by participating in January’s free Walk With a Doc event at Brookgreen Gardens. Dr. Marie Hulsey with Tidelands Health Family Medicine at Georgetown will offer practical tips to help you…
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