Promoting Your Health & Well-being

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
May 12, 2026

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages women across the state to commit to healthy habits and practices that will help them lead a longer, healthier life during National Women’s Health Week (May 10–16).  

Each year, National Women’s Health Week kicks off on Mother’s Day to highlight women's health issues and to encourage women of all ages to prioritize their physical, mental and emotional well-being.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
May 8, 2026

COLUMBIA, S.C. — As Mother’s Day approaches on May 10, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) salutes all moms across the state, from those newly expecting to grandmothers and beyond. DPH encourages every mom to make physical and mental health a priority, reminding them that when they are healthier, so are their families, communities and us all.  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
May 6, 2026

COLUMBIA, S.C. — In observance of National Nurses Week, May 6-12, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is applauding the critical work the state’s licensed nurses do to protect the health and safety of South Carolinians each day. DPH encourages residents to use this observance as an opportunity to recognize and thank nurses in their communities as well.  

There are more than 95,000 licensed nurses in South Carolina, including hundreds who perform a wide range of duties at DPH.