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DPH’s Care Line Resumes Normal Hours

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Jan. 23, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is ending its expanded hours of the Care Line beginning at noon Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025. During Winter Storm Enzo, the Care Line received a total of 2 calls. No individuals required a Medical Needs Shelter (MNS) in response to the storm. 

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.

For more information about winter weather safety tips, visit scemd.org.

About DPH’s Care Line

DPH’s Care Line helps residents find important health care services they need. Services include prenatal care, infant health care, transportation to medical appointments, family planning, well child check-ups, vaccinations, services for children with special health care needs, and much more. Learn more here.

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