South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on February 14, 2024 - 14:38 GMT

DHEC Celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Welcomes Science-minded Individuals to Consider a Career with ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 9, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is proud to celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science, which aims to promote full and equal access for women and …

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Published on February 9, 2024 - 13:44 GMT

South Carolina Health Planning Committee to Meet February 14, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 8, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Health Planning Committee will meet Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 11 a.m. in Room #3420 of 2600 Bull Street, Columbia. The agenda is available on the meeting event page. In an effort to …

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Published on February 8, 2024 - 18:13 GMT

DHEC Encourages Preventive Measures, Screenings During National Cancer Prevention Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 8, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — In observation of National Cancer Prevention Month in February, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is reminding residents about the risk factors associated with …

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Published on February 8, 2024 - 14:57 GMT

S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control to Meet Feb. 8, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 6, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Board of Health and Environmental Control will meet at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. The board will meet in Room #3420 of 2600 Bull Street, Columbia. The proceedings will be open …

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Published on February 6, 2024 - 20:44 GMT

DHEC Offers Free HIV/STD Testing on Feb. 6 for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 5, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – In recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering free testing for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs …

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Published on February 5, 2024 - 14:21 GMT

Rabid Cow Confirmed in Saluda County; Four People and 11 Cows Exposed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 2, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a cow found in Prosperity, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. Four people were exposed and have been referred to …

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Published on February 5, 2024 - 13:57 GMT

DHEC Offers Free HIV/STD Testing on Feb. 6 for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 5, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – In recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering free testing for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs …

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Published on February 2, 2024 - 20:11 GMT

DHEC Encourages South Carolinians to Live a Heart Smart Lifestyle

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 1, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – February is American Heart Month, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is reminding residents how important it is to maintain positive habits that build a strong …

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Published on February 1, 2024 - 14:07 GMT

Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Aiken County; One Pet Exposed

FOR IMMEDIATE INFORMATION: Jan. 23, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a raccoon found near Sapp and Bailey drives in Beech Island, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people …

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Published on January 23, 2024 - 18:46 GMT

DHEC Focuses on Pregnancy-Related Health Concerns for Maternal Health Awareness Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 23, 2024 COLUMBIA, SC – In an effort to help protect the lives of new and expecting mothers across the state, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is using National Maternal Health Awareness …

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Published on January 23, 2024 - 14:41 GMT

Residential Care Committee to Meet January 23, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 22, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Department announces that the Residential Care Committee will meet virtually Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, at 1 p.m. The proceedings will be open and available to the public via Microsoft Teams. …

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Published on January 22, 2024 - 18:24 GMT

Food Security Council to Meet Monday, Jan. 22, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 19, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Food Security Council will hold its final meeting on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024, at 3 p.m. The agenda is available on the meeting event page and as a PDF. In an effort to accommodate as many people as …

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Published on January 19, 2024 - 16:28 GMT

Rabid Coyote Confirmed in Charleston County; One Person Exposed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 17, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a coyote found near N Highway 17 and Weaver Circle in Mount Pleasant, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One …

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Published on January 17, 2024 - 19:24 GMT

South Carolina Athletic Trainers Advisory Committee to Meet Jan. 17, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — On behalf of the Board of Medical Examiners, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announces that the Athletic Trainers Advisory Committee will meet virtually Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m. The proceedings will …

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Published on January 16, 2024 - 17:40 GMT

Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Sumter County; One Person Exposed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 12, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a raccoon found near Stadium Road and Orvis Street in Sumter, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was …

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Published on January 16, 2024 - 17:22 GMT

South Carolina Athletic Trainers Advisory Committee to Meet January 17, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- On behalf of the Board of Medical Examiners, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announces that the Athletic Trainers Advisory Committee will meet virtually Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m. The proceedings will …

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Published on January 12, 2024 - 16:26 GMT

DHEC Celebrates Pharmacists on National Pharmacist Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 12, 2024 COLUMBIA, SC – National Pharmacist Day is Jan. 12, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is recognizing the critical role pharmacists play in protecting the health and well-being …

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Published on January 9, 2024 - 13:36 GMT

South Carolina Health Planning Committee to Meet January 17, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 9. 2024 The South Carolina State Health Planning Committee will meet virtually Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 3 p.m. The proceedings will be open and available to the public via Microsoft Teams. The meeting can be accessed by …

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Published on January 9, 2024 - 12:47 GMT

DHEC Investigating Cases of Lead Exposure from Cinnamon Applesauce Pouch Products

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 8, 2023 COLUMBIA, S.C. -- As part of an ongoing investigation related to a nationwide recall of cinnamon applesauce pouches mostly eaten by children, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has …

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Published on January 8, 2024 - 15:04 GMT

DHEC Offers Free Radon Test Kits, Reminds Residents of Radon Dangers during National Radon Action Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 8, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — January is National Radon Action Month, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to become familiar with the risks of radon when it’ …

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