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DPH Confirms Measles in Upstate Resident; Third Case of Measles in South Carolina in 2025
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Sept. 8, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an Upstate resident. This is the third confirmed case of measles reported in South Carolina since July 2025.
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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Kershaw County; One Person and Two Pets Exposed
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Sept. 5, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Tee Pee and Outlaw trails in Elgin, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was potentially exposed and has been referred to their health care provider. Two dogs were exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act.
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DPH Highlights Importance of Food Donation During National Food Bank Day
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Sept. 5, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. — In celebration of National Food Bank Day Friday, Sept. 5, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) thanks our dedicated partners who operate food banks and pantries across the state. They give fresh, healthy food and support to South Carolinians in need.
Events
View AllCancer Control Advisory Committee Surveillance Subcommittee (CCAC-SS) Meeting - Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025
Agenda
- Introduction of our new chair and members
- Changes to patient contact studies
- Data release protocol updates
- Best Chance Network (BCN) needs help with defining data utilization parameters – Beth Williams
- Upcoming studies
- Cancer incidence and cancer mortality in the World Trade Center Health Registry Data Request (Needs review)
- Weiss project (Potential)