2025 Measles Outbreak

DPH is actively monitoring and responding to a 2025 measles outbreak in the Upstate. See our Outbreak page to learn more.

Promoting Your Health & Well-being

Formerly a part of DHEC, DPH provides public health services, health care 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 Health Care Facilities

Access our interactive map identifying all DPH-licensed health care 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 Health Care Complaint

File a complaint against a DPH-licensed health care facility or service.

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News

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TUESDAY MEASLES UPDATE: DPH Reports No New Measles Cases Since Friday, Outbreak Total Remains 997

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Apr. 21, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. ― Today, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is again reporting no new cases of measles in the state since Friday's announcement of an isolated Midlands case in Saluda County. The number of cases related to the Upstate outbreak remains at 997.
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DPH Encourages Residents to Dispose of Unused Prescription Medicines During ‘Drug Take Back Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Apr. 21, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Twice a year, in April and October, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) partners with local law enforcement and other community organizations to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Days. The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages residents to participate in the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, by cleaning out and properly disposing of unused or expired medications.
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Trauma Advisory Council Data and PI Subcommittee to Meet Thursday, Apr. 23, 2026

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Apr. 20, 2026
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DPH Announces Measles Case in Midlands, Unrelated to Upstate Outbreak

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Apr. 17, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an adult Saluda County resident. Upon investigation, the case is determined to be the result of international travel and is not related to the Upstate outbreak.
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Events

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Monday, December 14, 2026 10:00 am - 02:00 pm

Cervical and Mammogram Screenings, Walterboro - Monday, December 14, 2026

MUSC Mobile Health Unit

Cervical and Mammogram Screenings

Colleton County Health Department
219 S. Lemacks St.
Walterboro, SC 29488

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Cervical and Mammogram Screenings, Bluffton - Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 10:00 am - 02:00 pm
Cervical and Mammogram Screenings, Varnville - Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:00 am - 02:00 pm
Cervical and Mammogram Screenings, Goose Creek - Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 10:00 am - 02:00 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.