- … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 20, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is proud to spotlight the state’s emergency medical services (EMS) professionals … and communication between multiple people and agencies. Wednesday is dedicated as EMS for Children (EMSC) Day, providing an opportunity to thank EMS clinicians for their dedication to … children's unique health needs. DPH oversees the South Carolina EMS for Children (SCEMSC) program, which promotes the special treatment needs of pediatric patients into the state's EMS …
- … Back to All News DPH Offers Free Testing in Observance of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Mar. 7, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. – In … of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day , the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) will offer free STD/HIV testing at most local health departments on Tuesday, March … that women know that PrEP is something for them and not just men,” said Tia Robinson, DPH PrEP Program Manager . “PrEP is a highly effective way to prevent HIV in both men and women. In …
- … WIC Services - Storm & Hurricane FAQ My appointment was cancelled because of the storm and … Please call 1-855-472-3432 to schedule an appointment to receive a replacement card. The WIC office is closed in my county, I am a high-risk participant. Where can I go to receive … representative may ask for your name, county and phone number and have someone with our WIC program contact you directly to discuss options for getting emergency benefits. I am unable to go …
- … Suplementaria para Mujeres, Infantes y Niños (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, WIC) de Carolina de Sur. Si su bebé recibe la leche de fórmula Gerber®, a partir del 30 …
- … | Español | 中文 | 한국어 도움이 필요하십니까? 영어 이해가어렵거나장애가있으신경우, 신청에의하여무료언어지원이나기타보조기구및서비스의이용이가능합니다. 귀하의현지 WIC (여성, 유아, 어린이영양제공프로그램) 클리닉으로연락하시기바랍니다. 저희 영양 교육 프로그램은 아이의 중요한 성장기 동안 가족 건강을 유지하고 건강한 음식 섭취를 돕는 것이 목표입니다. 또한, 튼튼하고, 행복하며, 건강한 아이로 키우는데 필요한 도구도 제공할 수 있습니다. WIC의 사명은 귀하와 귀하 가족과 파트너가 되어 귀하가 필요하고 관심이 있는 분야에 집중한 영양 상담을 제공하는 것입니다. 저희는 귀하가 능동적으로 배우고 WIC 직원이 …
- … Information for Health Care Providers/Vendors CYSHCN Outreach Materials Camp Burnt Gin English Brochure (pdf) … Provider Lists Orthotic Prosthetic Provider List (pdf) Learn More About DPH's Services for Children with Special Health Care Needs Contact the CYSHCN Program Tags Facilities Health Special Needs Children … CYSHCN Outreach Materials … Camp Burnt …
- … Back to All News DPH, Prisma Health Officials Highlight Importance of Vaccinations During Immunization Awareness Month Event … of Public Health (DPH) and Prisma Health held a press conference today at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Upstate focusing on the importance of vaccines and how they help to protect … of serious illness and complications from measles include children under 5 years old, pregnant women, and individuals with a weakened immune system. “Vaccines have been the most impactful …
- … 100 or more babies per year screen each newborn baby for hearing and send the results to DPH. Infants who do not pass the initial hearing screening in the hospital are referred for … developing hearing loss. If your infant has not been screened for hearing loss or if you are a health care provider wishing to refer an infant to First Sound, contact us at (803) 898-0708 . … and intervention programs like First Sound, hearing loss is often not identified until children are 18 months to 3 years of age. Children with hearing loss who do not receive early …
- … South Carolina, can expect cases of the disease each year. Pertussis most commonly affects infants and young children. What are the symptoms? Symptoms at the start of the infection period … and adults is called Tdap. It is important for adults, especially child-bearing age women, to get a Tdap booster. How Do I Know if I Should Take My Child to the Doctor? Anyone with … References and Additional Information From the CDC Pertussis Pertussis Vaccination Tags Health Infectious Diseases … What is Pertussis? … Pertussis, or whooping cough, is an infectious …
- … (DPS). The goal of the program is to prevent and reduce injuries, disabilities, and death to children due to motor vehicle crashes . This page provides information on SC State Law , locating … Safety Tips Based on new recommendations to American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines Infants and toddlers should ride facing the rear of the vehicle until they are at least 2 years … Water Safety and Drowning Prevention How Often Should My Child Get a Routine Checkup? Tags Health …