FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Oct. 7, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is ending its expanded hours of the Care Line beginning 8 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7.
On Tuesday, Oct. 8, the Care Line (1-855-472-3432) will resume its normal operating hours of Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
DPH encourages residents to follow it’s after the storm tips to stay safe. You can also visit dph.sc.gov or scemd.org for more information about Helene.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Aug. 17, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Trauma Advisory Council Data/PI Subcommittee will meet Friday, Aug. 21, at 1 p.m. virtually. The agenda and Microsoft Teams link are available on the meeting event page.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Aug. 17, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a cat found near Old Greenville and Liberty highways in Liberty, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. Two people were exposed and have been referred to their healthcare providers.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Aug. 14, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. – With heat advisories and extreme heat warnings in effect across the state, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reminding everyone in South Carolina to take measures to protect themselves from heat-related illnesses.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
August 10, 2026