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DPH’s Sumter Health Department to Temporarily Relocate During Renovations
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Jul 7. 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. — Beginning Monday, July 7, the South Carolina Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Sumter County Health Department and Sumter Vital Records office will operate from two temporary locations while its regular facilities undergo renovations.
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Rabid Raccoons Confirmed in Anderson and Lexington Counties; One Person and Three Pets Exposed
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Jul. 3, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that two raccoons from different counties have tested positive for rabies.
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DPH Encourages Fireworks Safety During Fourth of July Weekend
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Jul. 2, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is encouraging residents to practice critical safety precautions when handling fireworks so they can protect themselves and their children during Fourth of July festivities. While fireworks are a source of fun and celebration, they can also cause serious or permanent injury and death if not used properly.
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View AllPHHS Block Grant State Preventive Health Advisory Committee Meeting - Monday, June 30 2025
Agenda
- Welcome and Introductions
- Funding Allocation
- FY 2025 Work Plan Discussion
- Nominations for Consideration of New Members
- Closing Remarks
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