Promoting Your Health & Well-being

Formerly a part of DHEC, DPH provides public health services, healthcare quality improvements, and resources to everyone in South Carolina.

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Healthy Faith Partnerships (Faith-Based Outreach)

A comprehensive faith-based outreach effort to address concerns about issues like maternal and infant health, chronic disease, and health disparities across the state.

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Public Health Clinics

Family planning, immunizations, STD/HIV/Hep C, TB, opioid OD kits with naloxone (opioid overdose antidote), WIC services, and more offered at locations near you.

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WIC Nutrition Program

WIC is a nutrition program that provides health education, healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and other services at no cost to families in South Carolina who qualify.

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Vital Records

Vital Records is the state's official records keeper for information about life events such as births, deaths, marriages, and divorces occurring in South Carolina. They issue certificates and reports.

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Find Healthcare Facilities

Access our interactive map identifying all DPH-licensed healthcare facilities and services. The map allows you to search for specific facilities and services and provides up-to-date information.

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File a Healthcare Complaint

File a complaint against a DPH-licensed healthcare facility or service.

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News

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DPH Encourages South Carolinians to Quit Smoking During Lung Cancer Awareness Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Nov. 12, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. – In observance of Lung Cancer Awareness Month in November and the Great American Smokeout (GASO) on Nov. 19, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is encouraging residents to quit smoking to better protect their lungs and/or improve their chance of lung cancer survivorship.
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SC Medical Control Committee to Meet Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026

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Nov. 9, 2026
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Rabid Racoon Confirmed in Charleston County; One Person Exposed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Nov. 5, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Wespanee Drive and Ponce de Leon Avenue in Charleston, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was exposed and has been referred to their healthcare provider.
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DPH Highlights Stroke Smart SC Effort for World Stroke Day

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Oct. 29, 2026
On World Stroke Day, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is emphasizing the importance of knowing how to spot a stroke and what steps to take next.
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Events

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Friday, November 13, 2026 01:00 - 02:00 pm

South Carolina Trauma Advisory Council Data/PI Subcommittee Meeting - Friday, Nov. 13, 2026

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Agenda

Call to Order - Dr. Walker
FOIA Notification - Fahad Hasan
Roll Call - Fahad Hasan
DPH Updates - Fahad Hasan
Previous Minutes - Dr.

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North Charleston Thanksgiving Giveaway

Saturday, November 21, 2026 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
Cervical and Mammogram Screenings, Bluffton - Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 10:00 am - 02:00 pm
Community Baby Shower - Moncks Corner

Saturday, December 12, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Submit a complaint regarding services being provided to a child by a state agency

Please submit your complaint by phone (1-800-206-1957) or an electronic form submission with the S.C. Department of Children's Advocacy.