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Save Money & Help Others: Don't Waste Food SC
Learn money-saving tips for reducing food waste at home and ways to share safe, unused food with those who lack access to healthy foods.
Harmful Algal Blooms
As swimmers and boaters begin to enjoy the warmer weather on South Carolina’s lakes and rivers, DHEC cautions citizens to be aware of potentially harmful algal blooms in the surface waters of natural, untreated rivers and lakes.
Adopt-A-Stream
South Carolina has so many beautiful waterways, from freshwater streams to saltwater marshes. If you are interested in protecting the health of our water and love to be outdoors, join Adopt-A-Stream today!
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DHEC Reports No Known SC Cases of Monkeypox as Monitoring of Close Contacts Ends
May 25, 2022
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DHEC Supports CDC Recommendation on COVID-19 Boosters for Ages 5-11
May 23, 2022
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DHEC Reminds South Carolinians to Swim Safely this Summer at Pools, Lakes and Beaches
May 23, 2022
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About Ozone
Seasonal Ozone Monitoring and Your Health
DHEC provides daily next-day ground level ozone forecasts from April 1 - September 30. Learn more about ozone levels, how ozone quality can impact your health, and ways to reduce contributions to pollution emissions.
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Rabies
Vaccinations and Education Protect Pets, Livestock and People
DHEC encourages pet owners to make sure their pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations, which help prevent illness and even death.
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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.