Midwifery Advisory Council to Meet Wednesday, December 4, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Sept. 18, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — On Tuesday, Aug. 16, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) issued an administrative order revoking the license of Cottonwood Villas, a Community Residential Care Facility (also referred to as assisted living facilities) in Bishopville, South Carolina, effective 45 days from the issuance of the order.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Sept. 17, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — In observance of Child Passenger Safety Week (Sept. 22-27), the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is emphasizing the critical importance of proper car seat use and hosting a series of educational events.

Every year, thousands of children across the country are severely injured or killed in car crashes. Many of these tragedies can be prevented with the correct use of car seats, booster seats and seat belts.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Sept. 15, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Highway 17 and Pavilion Drive in Little River, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was exposed and has been referred to their health care provider.