- … Back to All News DPH Encourages South Carolinians to Take Brain Health to Heart During Alzheimer’s Awareness Month FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 7, 2024 COLUMBIA, … understand, and remember clearly. “DPH wants to encourage everyone to learn more about the prevention and risk reduction strategies that will keep both your heart and brain healthy,” said …
- … Smoking in your home increases your risk of residential fire and is harmful to you and your family's health. When you are ready to quit, call the S.C. Tobacco Quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669) …
- … COLUMBIA, S.C. – February is American Heart Month, and the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reminding residents that it is important to maintain good habits that build a … to highlight the increased risks women face for developing heart disease associated with pregnancy and menopause. “Every woman may not experience a pregnancy in their lifetime; however, …
- … Cancer Alliance is a non-profit organization and primary partner of DPH's Division of Cancer Prevention and Control. The SC Cancer Alliance holds DPH's most current State Cancer Plan . The mission of the SCCA is to reduce the impact of cancer on ALL people in South Carolina. … For additional information contact: (toll-free) 866-745-5680 sccancer.org Tags Facilities Health … The SC Cancer Alliance is a non-profit organization and primary partner of DPH's …
- … Congenital Syphilis A Risk for You and Your Baby Talk to your health care provider about getting tested and if you think you may have been exposed to syphilis during your pregnancy. What is Congenital Syphilis (CS)? Congenital Syphilis (CS) occurs when a syphilis … pregnant women can cause harmful outcomes for her baby including: Stillbirth Prematurity Low birth weight Infant death shortly after birth Babies born with CS may have problems with their: …
- … This is how to request a hemoglobin screen (Sickle Cell screen) performed on the child at birth for a school athletic NCAA requirement. If the child was born in South Carolina, please … You can contact the child's primary care physician and ask them to FAX a request to the Public Health Laboratory, Attention: LIMS, at 803-896-3862. The request must be faxed on the physician's …
- … provides contracts to community-based partners (pdf) to deliver HIV, STD and viral hepatitis prevention services. Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) Community-Based HIV/STD/Viral … of Intent to Award (pdf) (posted 2/18/25) Community-Based HIV Services The SC Department of Health and Environmental Control offers this Request for Grant Applications for the funds …
- … HIV, AIDS, STD Resources HIV/AIDS Info for Health Care Providers and Communities HIV Support for Communities Prevention Contracting and Funding Opportunities STI Screening and Treatment Guidelines State Plan, Resources Related Topics General Information on HIV, AIDS, STDs For Health Care …
- … Carolina Viral Hepatitis Committee (VHC) Viral hepatitis (hepatitis A, B, and C) is a major health issue in South Carolina that affects a wide range of residents, often those who are … reach our goal. In 2020-2021, the VHC developed the South Carolina Viral Hepatitis Strategic Plan. Through the efforts of the workgroups (focused on policy, advocacy, data, prevention and screening, and treatment) and our partners we are working to eliminate viral …
- … the federal government has two programs that you can take advantage of now to help your family: the Affordable Connectivity Program and the Expanded Child Tax Credit . Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Too many families go without high-speed internet because of the cost. The Affordable Connectivity Program … $100 discount off a laptop, tablet, or computer You may also qualify for a low-cost service plan that may be fully covered through the ACP. How do I apply? Go to GetInternet.gov , your …