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:
July 23, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a bat found near Woodfield and Hickory Ridge roads in Rock Hill, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. Four people were exposed and have been referred to their healthcare providers. Two dogs were exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
July 21, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that raccoons from Charleston County and Saluda County and a bat from York County have tested positive for rabies.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
July 17, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that two animals from different counties have tested positive for rabies:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
July 17, 2026