FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Feb. 20, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The SC Health Planning Committee will meet Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 2 p.m. at the State of South Carolina Health Campus, Conference Room E171, 400 Otarre Parkway, Cayce. The agenda and link to virtually view the meeting are available on the meeting event page.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Oct. 19, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is observing National Health Education Week (Oct. 19-23) by recognizing the critical work of the agency’s community engagement staff in the communities they serve.
Celebrated annually during the third week of October, National Health Education Week aims to increase national awareness on major public health issues and promote a better understanding of the role of health education.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Oct. 15, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. ― In advance of International Bat Week (Oct. 24-31), the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages residents to learn about the important role bats play in the environment while also being cautious in their presence. Additionally, DPH is hosting a drawing contest to encourage K-8 students to learn more about bats and the risk of rabies.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Oct. 13, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The SC EMS Training Committee will meet Thursday, Oct. 15, at 10 a.m., at the State of South Carolina Health Campus, Conference Room A141, 400 Otarre Parkway, Cayce. The agenda and link to view the meeting are available on the meeting event page.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Oct. 7, 2026
In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reminding women across the state that early detection saves lives. The department also emphasizes that understanding your family’s breast cancer history is an important part of protecting your health.