- … in Florence County; One Person Exposed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 15, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near S. Langley Drive and 3rd Loop Road in Florence, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was exposed and has been referred to their … Oct. 15, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near …
- … County; One Person and One Pet Exposed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 28, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a skunk found near Lori Drive and Woodruff Road in Simpsonville, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was potentially exposed and has been referred to … as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. The skunk was submitted to DPH's laboratory for testing Oct. 24, 2025, and was confirmed to have rabies Oct. 27, 2025. If you …
- … Confirmed in York County; One Pet Exposed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Mar. 21, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Countryview Lane and S.C. Hwy 324 in Rock Hill, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. One … Mar. 21, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near …
- … County; One Person and One Pet Exposed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Apr. 2, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Tommy White and Shiloh Church roads in Pauline, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was exposed and has been referred to their … as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. The raccoon was submitted to DPH's laboratory for testing March 31, 2025, and was confirmed to have rabies April 1, 2025. If you …
- … Confirmed in Laurens County; Four Pets Exposed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 29, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a skunk found near Graden and Calf Barn roads in Ware Shoals, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. Four … as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. The skunk was submitted to DPH's laboratory for testing on Oct. 25, 2024, and was confirmed to have rabies on Oct. 28, 2024. If …
- … Statewide Plan to Prevent Community Violence FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 30, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking community input to help … is a prevalent issue in South Carolina, like many other states,” said Constance Lake, DPH’s CVIP program manager . “DPH is excited to fund local programs with the ultimate goal of … violence intervention program. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics, South Carolina has consistently ranked in the top …
- … in York County; Two People and One Pet Exposed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 6, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a skunk found near Lincoln and East Old Limestone roads in York, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. Two people were potentially exposed and have been referred … as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. The skunk was submitted to DPH's laboratory for testing on Sep. 4, 2024, and was confirmed to have rabies on Sep. 5, 2024. If …
- … Back to All News DPH Recognizes World Alzheimer’s Day by Focusing on Risk Reduction and Support FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 19, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – In honor of World Alzheimer’s Day, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages residents to learn more … Sept. 19, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – In honor of World Alzheimer’s Day, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages residents to learn more …
- … to DPH's laboratory for testing on Sept. 25, 2024, and was confirmed to have rabies on Sept. 26, 2024. If you believe you, someone you know, or your pets have come in contact with this skunk … to DPH's laboratory for testing on Sept. 25, 2024, and was confirmed to have rabies on Sept. 26, 2024. If you believe you, someone you know, or your pets have come in contact with this skunk …
- … Confirmed in Pickens County; Three Pets Exposed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 22, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a skunk found near Sunshine Way and Diedra Drive in Easley, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. … as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. The skunk was submitted to DPH's laboratory for testing on Nov. 19, 2024, and was confirmed to have rabies on Nov. 20, 2024. If …