South Carolina Stroke Advisory Council to Meet Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
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Oct. 2, 2026
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Stroke Advisory Council will meet Thursday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m., virtually. The agenda and link to view the meeting are available on the meeting event page.
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South Carolina Stroke Advisory Council to Meet Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
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Oct. 2, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Stroke Advisory Council will meet Thursday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m., virtually. The agenda and link to view the meeting are available on the meeting event page.
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Rabid Bats Confirmed in Dillon and Florence Counties; One Person and One Pet Exposed
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Oct. 1, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that bats from Dillon and Florence counties have tested positive for rabies.
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DPH Encourages Residents to Get Vaccinated as Flu Season Starts
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Oct. 1, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. – As the 2026-27 flu season begins, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) recommends residents take steps to avoid illness, including getting an annual seasonal influenza vaccine.
Flu season in the United States begins in October and extends through May, typically peaking between December and February.
The best protection against the illness is the flu shot. DPH recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older who is eligible get vaccinated.
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DPH Supports World Rabies Day 2026: Stronger Together
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Sept. 28, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. — In observance of World Rabies Day on Sept. 28, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds South Carolinians of the steps they can take to protect people and pets against rabies.
World Rabies Day aims to raise awareness about rabies prevention and honor Louis Pasteur, the developer of the rabies vaccine.