The BRFSS survey is composed of three main sections:

• Core Component
• Optional Module
• State-Added Questions

All states must ask the core component questions without modification.

States may choose to add any, all, or none of the optional modules and state-added questions after asking the core component questions.

Early diagnosis and appropriate management of arthritis can help people with arthritis decrease pain, improve function and stay productive.

Physical Activity: The Arthritis Pain Reliever

Did you know that physical activity can be used as a way to manage arthritis pain and increase function?

Through the programs promoted by the DPH Division of Healthy Aging and the Lt. Governor's Office on Aging, people with arthritis can learn to manage their arthritis, reduce joint pain and live a healthy active life. Don't let arthritis keep you from living the life you want, take charge and show arthritis who is boss!

For more information on any of these programs, please call our toll free number: 1-866-899-3663.

• The (S.C.) Burden of Arthritis 2011 (pdf) - This report provides information about the prevalence of doctor-diagnosed arthritis in South Carolina. Arthritis is the state's leading cause of disability.

What is Data to Care (DTC)?

DTC is a public health strategy that aims to use HIV surveillance data to identify HIV-diagnosed individuals, not in care, link them to care, and support the HIV Care Continuum.

DTC in South Carolina is known as Targeting Re-engagement In Care Efficiently (TRICE).