- … Children's Health Assessment Survey (CHAS) Overview The Children's Health Assessment Survey (CHAS) is the … to health care, oral health, mental health, physical health, nutrition, physical activity, family involvement and parent opinion on topics such as tobacco and childhood obesity. Mission To meet the health surveillance needs of South Carolina for children and adolescents from birth through age 17. Goals Monitor the status of child health (ages 0 through 17) and identify …
- … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 7, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed two additional cases of measles related to an ongoing outbreak of … measles (e.g., video, educational materials), and frequently asked questions about symptoms, prevention, vaccination history, and DPH’s role in protecting South Carolina from measles. U.S. … Oct. 7, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed two additional cases of measles related to an ongoing outbreak of …
- … Services Licensed midwives provide collaborative prenatal care, primary assistance in the birth process, initial care of the newborn, postpartum care of the mother, and follow-up on both. Deliveries are generally conducted in the home, but may be conducted in a hospital or birthing center. Should there be deviations from a normal, low-risk pregnancy or delivery, the licensed midwife consults a qualified physician and makes an …
- … Back to All News DPH, SCEMD Encourage Residents to Plan Ahead for Cold Weather Season FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 10, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is joining the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) in reminding … and those with chronic health conditions. We encourage all South Carolinians to take steps to prevent potential injury, including dressing for colder conditions, taking additional measures to …
- … South Carolina Viral Hepatitis Elimination Strategic Plan 2026-2030 Updated: Apr. 15, 2026 Image Viral hepatitis poses a substantial public health burden on South Carolina. To address this issue, HepFreeSC has developed the South … Viral hepatitis poses a substantial public health burden on South Carolina. To address this issue, HepFreeSC has developed the South Carolina Viral Hepatitis Elimination Strategic Plan 2026-2030. …
- … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 17, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is adding three new confirmed cases of measles in Spartanburg County since Tuesday, … that shows how rapid containment efforts (quarantining if exposed) is highly effective in preventing community spread. In response to the ongoing measles outbreak, the South Carolina … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 17, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is adding three new confirmed cases of measles in Spartanburg County since Tuesday, …
- … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 21, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is adding four new confirmed cases of measles in Spartanburg County since Friday, … that shows how rapid containment efforts (quarantining if exposed) is highly effective in preventing community spread. As of today (Tuesday, Oct. 21), the exclusionary period for Global … Oct. 21, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is adding four new confirmed cases of measles in Spartanburg County since Friday, …
- … Moore serves as Chief Communications Officer for the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH). In this role she leads the Communications and Public Affairs team which advances … also served as the Chair of the South Carolina’s Early Childhood Advisory Council's Birth to Five Communications Roundtable for 2022. Cristi lives in Irmo with her husband, Scott, … In her free time, she enjoys cooking, baking, and spending time with grandbabies and other family. Tags Agency Leadership DPH …
- … Back to All News South Carolina Health Planning Committee to Meet Tuesday, June 9, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 4, 2026 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Health Planning Committee will meet Tuesday, June 9, at 3 p.m. at the State of South Carolina … June 4, 2026 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Health Planning Committee will meet Tuesday, June 9, at 3 p.m. at the State of South Carolina …
- … IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 26, 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 fourth … not have a specific, known exposure to someone with measles. They have completed isolation to prevent further spread of the virus. DPH determined it was a positive measles case after … Sept. 26, 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 fourth …