Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) | South Carolina Department of Public Health

Hurricane Helene: Public Health Department Closures

Our public health departments' hours of operation may be affected by power and staffing outages. This means that some closures may not appear on the state government office delays and closings map. The health and safety of our employees and our clients remains our highest priority. We are working to get services restored as safely and quickly as possible.

Learn more about DPH's role with hurricanes, floods, and weather emergencies.

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HAI - Division of Acute Disease Epidemiology

About Us

The Division of Acute Disease Epidemiology HAI Section is dedicated to continually improving infection control and prevention practices in healthcare settings in South Carolina. The HAI Section is responsible for surveillance and data analysis of healthcare-associated infections; the section provides infection control and prevention assistance during facility-associated outbreaks or as requested and can provide limited NHSN technical assistance.

The HAI Section is one of five sections of the Division of Acute Disease Epidemiology.

General HAI section questions or other communication: HAI_Section@dhec.sc.gov or 803-898-0861

Revised 04-09-2024