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South Carolina Department of Public Health

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South Carolina's public health agency.

Columbia, S.C.
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@SC_DPH
South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
We are the South Carolina Department of Public Health. Our name may have changed, but our commitment to protecting, promoting and improving the health and well-being of everyone in South Carolina is stronger than ever. Our people-first approach guides all that we do.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
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DPH has confirmed a case of measles in an Upstate resident. This is the first confirmed case of measles reported in SC since September 2024. The individual is unvaccinated and did not have immunity from a previous measles infection. View the release here:
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
6 months
WIC Participants: The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is aware of the recent federal executive orders and memos and is awaiting further guidance. In the meantime, your access to WIC services and benefits will continue. We will keep you informed of any updates.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
6 months
Several health departments are closed today due to inclement weather. Please check South Carolina Emergency Management Division's closing webpage ( to confirm if DPH and state government offices in your area are open today before going.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
6 months
RT @henrymcmaster: Due to a change in the forecast, state government offices in Richland and Lexington Counties will be closing at noon tod….
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
6 months
Statement from Dr. Edward Simmer, DPH Interim Director, regarding H5N1/Bird Flu: DPH is working with our Palmetto State partners to monitor bird flu activity, and the current risk to the public is low. Visit to learn more about bird flu.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
Acompaña a DPH (Departamento de Salud Pública) y otras agencias en Equipo de Carolina del Sur Días del Condado ocurriendo esta semana, empezando hoy. Más información:
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
Join DPH and other agencies at @henrymcmaster Team South Carolina County Days happening this week. DPH will offer Tdap and flu vaccines and help eligible individuals apply for WIC services. Learn more:
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
RT @henrymcmaster: Here are this week’s Team South Carolina County Days.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
RT @CityGreenville: @BSWArena continues to be an outstanding community partner. Arena staff and volunteers are making 2500 lunches per day….
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
Gov. @HenryMcMaster will join state emergency management officials to give an update on Hurricane Helene (2:30 p.m., Oct. 3, 2024). For more information, please continue to follow @SCEMD and local media.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
DPH is working to fill requests from counties as they are received, and resources are available.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
9 months
DPH has worked to get a supply of medical oxygen tanks into South Carolina for those in need in certain counties. Visit our Hurricane Helene webpage to learn more:
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
10 months
RT @henrymcmaster: Team SC is working around the clock to clear roads, restore power, and get the gas stations open. The crews out there ar….
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
10 months
RT @NWSColumbia: The Congaree at Columbia is now forecast to reach Major flood stage late tonight & crest at 31.0 feet early tomorrow after….
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
10 months
Be aware of yours and others’ risk for heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and fainting. For more information about how to prevent heat-related illnesses, or
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
10 months
Admission to the shelter is based on your medical needs and on the shelter’s capacity to meet those needs. Registration and admission are done at the time of an event.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
10 months
This includes people who:.- Have medical conditions that require electricity support and/or.- Use a hospital bed/ specialized medical bed at home.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
10 months
Who can use a Medical Needs Shelter?. People who are currently medically stable at home and not requiring hospitalization.
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South Carolina Department of Public Health
10 months
Eligible individuals will be expected to bring items needed for daily living as well as all medical supplies they need to a designated shelter and to have a caregiver with them at the shelter at all times.
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