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Advisory lifted for Charleston-area beaches
Friday, October 30, 2009
COLUMBIA -- The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control has lifted its advisory to avoid ocean water at Charleston-area beaches due to an oil spill, the agency announced today.
Mental Health Hosts Conference for Veterans' Services Providers
Thursday, October 29, 2009
The unique needs of returning soldiers and their families were the focus of this healthcare provider conference.
Midwife council to meet
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. -The Midwifery Advisory Council will meet on Nov. 18, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental announced today.
Oconee County residents alerted about danger of rabies; advised to vaccinate pets
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - An Oconee County man who was potentially exposed to rabies by a raccoon is under the care of a physician after the animal tested positive for the disease, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control reported today.
Advisory expanded for Charleston area beaches
Sunday, October 25, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is broadening its advisory to avoid ocean water at Charleston area beaches to include Seabrook and Edisto Islands, the agency announced today.
Advisory issued for Charleston area beaches
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is advising people to avoid ocean water at Charleston area beaches, the agency announced today.
SCDPS Fatality Report, October 20, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Nine Die on State Roads and Highways
Charleston County shellfish growing areas reopen
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Some shellfish growing areas in Charleston County reopened today after facing an emergency closure yesterday, according to the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Charleston County shellfish growing area closed
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control has issued an emergency closure for shellfish beds within waters associated with Hamlin Creek, and waters south of Hamlin Creek to Charleston Harbor, the agency reported today.
Doby’s Mill Elementary School selected for All-Health Team
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Doby’s Mill Elementary School has been selected to the All-Health Team for its “Wii Are All Fit Project,” the S.C. Department of Environmental and Control announced today.
Department of Mental Health Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers
Monday, October 12, 2009
Mental Health agency recognizes citizens who volunteer their time and talents.
Department of Mental Health Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers
Monday, October 12, 2009
Mental Health agency recognizes citizens who volunteer their time and talents.
SCDMH Receives Grant From SC Office of Public Safety
Monday, October 12, 2009
A grant from The Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) through the SC Department of Public Safety will allow agency to purchase updated equipment to improve operations and enhance officer safety.