… settings, including patient management, contact investigation, prevention, infection control, program management, supervision of staff involved in direct care, and professional education. Other professionals (e.g., social workers, health educators, managers, supervisors, etc.) are also invited to apply. Downloads & Links Tuberculosis Resources for the Public TB Screening for School …
… Certificate of Need (CON) The Certificate of Need Program administers a regulatory regime known as the State Certification of Need and Health Facility Licensure Act (hereinafter referred to as the "Act") that is set forth in S.C. …
… and the smoke exhaled from the lungs of smokers. The Surgeon General explains the following health effects of secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure for non-smokers: Sudden infant death syndrome Respiratory and ear infections More frequent and severe asthma attacks among children Heart disease Stroke Lung cancer There is no safe level of SHS exposure. Secondhand …
… Autoimmune Disorders in Children (PANDAS & PANS) Image What is PANDAS? PANDAS is short for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections. It occurs in children and adolescents who show sudden – sometimes overnight – obsessive compulsive disorder …
… Ferret, or Other Animal Bit, Scratched, or Wounded Someone Confine the animal immediately. Apply first aid to the bite wound and seek medical treatment if needed. Call your veterinarian to … if it has been vaccinated for rabies. Report the incident to DPH staff. DPH Rabies Prevention Program Staff will follow the guidance of the SC Rabies Control Act and NASPHV Compendium of … AM - 5 PM, Monday - Friday) or after-hours and on holidays at 1-888-847-0902 (option 2). For Health Care Providers See guidance from DPH and the CDC on evaluating animal exposures to help …
… important for people who are at increased risk of complications from flu, including young children, adults aged 50 years and older, pregnant women and people with certain chronic medical conditions. DPH conducts surveillance to gauge the trend of influenza in South Carolina, offers vaccinations at health departments and oversees school-located vaccination clinics. Prevent the Flu The best way …
… Centers Influenza can cause mild to severe respiratory illness and can even lead to death. Children — especially children under 2 years of age — face higher than normal risk of … vaccination and ask to be vaccinated against seasonal flu. Advise parents to talk with their health care provider about getting their families immunized. Tell staff and parents about Web … neuromuscular, or metabolic disorders Children and adults with weak immune systems Pregnant women, and People aged 50 years or older. If you don't already have one, establish a list of …
… (Includes In-State, Non-Resident and Mail Order), Practitioner (including APRN & PA-C), Health Clinic, EMS/Rescue Squad, Animal Control/Shelter, and Humane Society. When you submit your … Pharmacy Permit. Special Requirements Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Applicants To apply for authorization to prescribe Schedule II-V substances, submit: DPH Form 1174A (pdf) A … Submit DPH Form 1026 (pdf) Submit a copy of your S.C. Pharmacy permit Narcotic Treatment Program Applicants Submit DPH Form 1198 (pdf). A practitioner who wants to use Schedule II …
… pain and limitations can be beneficial to people with arthritis. The Self-management education program, Better Choices, Better Health and Tomando Control de su Salud (culturally appropriate Spanish version) can help you … common to individuals dealing with chronic conditions such as pain management, emotions, nutrition, exercise, medication use, and communicating with doctors. These interactive workshops …