Promoting Your Health & Well-being

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Sept. 28, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Due to expected arrival and potential impacts of potential Tropical Storm Imelda, the S.C. Dept. of Public Health (DPH) has authorized a one-time early refill of Schedule III-V prescriptions for valid refills that are due through Saturday, Oct. 4.

Dispensers shall pull all original controlled substances prescriptions and document the early refill information in detail, including, but not limited to, date, time, reason for early refill, and pharmacist signature.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Sept. 26, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. –  The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an Upstate resident. This is the fourth confirmed case of measles reported in South Carolina since July 2025.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Sept. 25, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near McLeod Road and Exit 62 Interstate 95 in Walterboro, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was exposed and has been referred to their health care provider.