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COVID-19 Vaccine
Getting vaccinated prevents severe illness, hospitalization, and death.
The Delta version of the virus grew from less than 1% of cases in May to more than 80% in July. Delta spreads about twice as easily as past strains of the virus and its victims are mostly people who are unvaccinated. Vaccination is the best way to protect you, your family and your community.
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Hurricanes & Floods
Stay Informed Before, During and After a Hurricane.
Living in South Carolina means that everyone needs to understand and be prepared for hurricanes. We can't prevent hurricanes, but we can take action to protect ourselves and our families from these storms' dangers.
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Recently Published by DHEC
DHEC Recognizes S.C. Immunization Awareness Week: ‘Vaccines have been saving lives and protecting people from death and illness for generations’
July 29, 2021
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Rabid Fox Confirmed in Kershaw County; One Person Exposed
July 29, 2021
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DHEC Recommends Vaccinations, Mask Use, and Other COVID-19 Protocols in School Guidance for K-12 2021-2022 Academic Year
July 29, 2021
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Beach Monitoring
South Carolina Beach Monitoring Season is May 1st through October 1st.
We routinely collect water samples at more than 120 locations along South Carolina's beaches. If high numbers of bacteria are found, we issue an advisory for that portion of the beach. An advisory means that DHEC advises you NOT to swim in those areas. This is especially true for young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems.
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Mosquitoes in South Carolina
Protect Yourself from Mosquito Bites
DHEC works in partnership with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to monitor mosquito populations for diseases that can be spread to humans. The agency also provides information to help individuals and communities take action to reduce mosquito populations in their area and prevent bites.
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Do you have a complaint regarding services being provided to a child by a state agency?
Please submit your complaint by phone (1-800-206-1957) or an electronic submission form with the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy.