South Carolina Department of Public Health

South Carolina Department of Public Health dph.sc.gov

09/14/2026

Mental health is health. Su***de prevention includes screening, safety planning, coordinated care, and follow-up; not just responding in a crisis. Learn more: zerosu***de.edc.org/toolkit/transition ***dePrevention

About 2,300 pregnancies in the U.S. are affected by a neural tube defect (NTD) each year, including spina bifida and ane...
09/13/2026

About 2,300 pregnancies in the U.S. are affected by a neural tube defect (NTD) each year, including spina bifida and anencephaly. These birth defects affect the baby’s brain and spine and can happen very early in pregnancy, often before someone knows they are pregnant. Getting 400 mcg of folic acid daily BEFORE pregnancy can help lower the risk. Healthy habits today can support the life and goals you want for your future.

Men, have you spoken to family members about their family history of cancer? You may find out prostate cancer runs in yo...
09/12/2026

Men, have you spoken to family members about their family history of cancer? You may find out prostate cancer runs in your family. Have the hard conversations and lead the way for your family in being proactive about their health.

To learn more about prostate cancer, visit: dph.sc.gov/prostatecancer

In an effort to promote transparency and continually improve care across the state, DPH makes enforcement actions taken ...
09/11/2026

In an effort to promote transparency and continually improve care across the state, DPH makes enforcement actions taken by Healthcare Quality readily available on its website.

The June-July 2026 reports are available now. The reports usually cover actions taken on assisted living facilities, nursing homes and EMS organizations.

Click here to view: https://dph.sc.gov/professionals/healthcare-quality/healthcare-quality-enforcement-actions

Chief Michelle Mitchum, Executive Director of the Pine Hill Health Network and one of our SHIP Ambassadors, advocates fo...
09/10/2026

Chief Michelle Mitchum, Executive Director of the Pine Hill Health Network and one of our SHIP Ambassadors, advocates for solutions that reflect our reality. Her involvement helps to create effective public health strategies.

09/10/2026

🚨 60 DAYS. THE COUNTDOWN IS ON.

We are officially 60 days away from the 9th Annual Live Healthy SC Conference!

On November 9, professionals from across South Carolina will come together for a full day of ideas, learning, and meaningful connections focused on improving health across our state.

Two months will go by fast.

If the Live Healthy SC Conference is on your calendar, now is the time to make it official.

SECURE YOUR SEAT TODAY: healthiersc.org/lhsc-2026

09/10/2026

Today, the world comes together to say su***de IS preventable. Every community. Every one of us has a role. Call, text, or chat with 988. 988lifeline.org ***dePreventionDay ***dePrevention

In observance of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month in September, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) ...
09/09/2026

In observance of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month in September, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) encourages people living with sickle cell disease (SCD) to adopt healthy daily habits that complement medical care and strengthen overall well-being.

“A proactive lifestyle can significantly reduce complications and improve quality of life for those with SCD,” said Anna Gibbons, Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Nurse Coordinator.

Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited red blood cell disorders present at birth. Normal red blood cells are round and move easily through blood vessels. In someone with SCD, red blood cells become hard, sticky, and C-shaped, resembling a farmer’s sickle.

For more information on this observance, visit: https://dph.sc.gov/news/during-sickle-cell-disease-awareness-month-dph-urges-those-impacted-choose-healthy-habits

Our partners, like Maya Pack from the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), made our SHIP possi...
09/08/2026

Our partners, like Maya Pack from the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), made our SHIP possible! She believes that a healthier state is built in our homes, schools, workplaces, and communities, not just in our healthcare system.

Thank you to the dedicated workers across South Carolina whose efforts make a lasting impact every day. Wishing everyone...
09/07/2026

Thank you to the dedicated workers across South Carolina whose efforts make a lasting impact every day. Wishing everyone a safe holiday!

REMINDER: State offices are closed today, September 7, due to the holiday schedule for state agencies.

For a full list of state holidays, visit: bit.ly/scholidayschedule

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400 Otarre Parkway
Cayce, SC
29033

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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