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Formerly a part of DHEC, DPH provides public health services, healthcare quality improvements, and resources to everyone in South Carolina.

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    • SC Medical Control Committee to Meet Thursday, May 14, 2026

      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
      May 13, 2026

      COLUMBIA, S.C. — The SC Medical Control Committee will meet Thursday, May 14, at 10 a.m. at the State of South Carolina Health Campus, Conference Room A141, 400 Otarre Parkway, Cayce. The agenda and link to virtually view the meeting are available on the meeting event page.

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    • DPH Encourages Checkups, Screenings, and Everyday Wellness During Women’s Health Week

      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
      May 12, 2026

      COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages women across the state to commit to healthy habits and practices that will help them lead a longer, healthier life during National Women’s Health Week (May 10–16).  

      Each year, National Women’s Health Week kicks off on Mother’s Day to highlight women's health issues and to encourage women of all ages to prioritize their physical, mental and emotional well-being.

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    • DPH Encourages Mothers to Practice Mental Health Care Ahead of Mother’s Day

      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
      May 8, 2026

      COLUMBIA, S.C. — As Mother’s Day approaches on May 10, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) salutes all moms across the state, from those newly expecting to grandmothers and beyond. DPH encourages every mom to make physical and mental health a priority, reminding them that when they are healthier, so are their families, communities and us all.  

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