- … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 24, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) announced today that the state has suffered its first pediatric flu-related death of … in the Midlands Region from complications due to the flu. We extend our condolences to the family,” said Dr. Linda Bell, State Epidemiologist and DPH’s director of the Health Programs … will let them determine if these treatments are right for you. More information about preventing the flu is available at DPH's flu webpage . Also, monitor respiratory illness …
- … News State Sees First Decline in Overdose Death in 10 Years as DPH, DAODAS Continue Focus on Prevention, Treatment FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Apr. 1, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — In 2023, for the first … number of overdose deaths in the state, outlined in the South Carolina Department of Public Health’s (DPH) newly released 2023 Drug Overdose Deaths Report . Each year, DPH’s Drug Overdose … approach to addressing the overdose crisis and improving outcomes for individuals and families across the state.” DPH and DAODAS remind all South Carolinians that resources are …
- … is to provide information for community-based organizations, hospitals, private providers, health centers, and other PrEP providers who provide PrEP services in the state of South … Anderson 118 Montgomery Dr. Anderson, SC 29621 (864) 250-0607 Website Aiken Augusta University Family Medicine Center 1447 Harper St., 1st Floor Augusta, Ga 30912 (706) 721-4588 HopeHealth …
- … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 8, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an Upstate resident . This is the third confirmed … and can result in serious complications affecting the brain, blood cells, complications in pregnancy, and long-term neurologic effects,” said Dr. Linda Bell, state epidemiologist and …
- … services related to winter weather COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is expanding the hours of its public information Care Line beginning today. Care … Services include prenatal care, infant health care, transportation to medical appointments, family planning, well child check-ups, vaccinations, services for children with special health care …
- … from an external object penetrating the head. A person with a possible TBI should be seen by a health care provider. Your health care provider may have treatment to help speed your recovery. … poster from the CDC DPH Resources Data on Traumatic Brain Injuries and Concussion Help Prevent Traumatic Brain Injuries Help for Brain Injury Patients and Families Student Athlete Concussions Law Symptoms (and Signs) of Concussion or Traumatic Brain …
- … Tooth Decay - Prevention Fluoride: Nature's Way of Preventing Tooth Decay Fluoride is naturally found in most … and Prevention (CDC) has proclaimed community water fluoridation one of 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century. Utilize this free resource designed by the CDC to build …
- … emergency. It is important to diagnose and treat the infection with antibiotics quickly to prevent serious complications, including disability and death. How is Meningitis treated? The … as via a shared drink or utensil, eating food contaminated by feces due to poor hygiene, or at birth from the mother to the baby. Viral meningitis is commonly spread via sneezing or coughing, … of infants and children to prevent these infections. People should speak with their health care provider to evaluate risks and benefits of vaccination . Meningitis and other …
- … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 27, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is expanding the hours of its public information Care Line beginning today. Care … Services include prenatal care, infant health care, transportation to medical appointments, family planning, well child check-ups, vaccinations, services for children with special health care …
- … services related to winter weather. COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is expanding the hours of its public information Care Line beginning today. Care … Services include prenatal care, infant health care, transportation to medical appointments, family planning, well child check-ups, vaccinations, services for children with special health care …