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National Public Health Week, April 3-9

Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health

DHEC works with our partners and communities across the state to overcome health disparities and realize the goal of every individual having the opportunity to achieve their full health potential. When we foster cultural connections in our community, our health and the quality of our lives are greatly improved.
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Help Us Track West Nile Virus

Residents can help DHEC by submitting recently deceased birds, crows, blue jays, house finches, and house sparrows.

 
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Rabies Vaccination Clinics

DHEC encourages pet owners to take their pets to a veterinarian for no or low-cost spring rabies clinics.

 
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WIC Formula Update

Effective April 1, 2023, WIC participants can only purchase Gerber formulas.

Recently Published by DHEC

DHEC Releases Five-year Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease

March 30, 2023
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DHEC, CDC Partner to Help Parents Track Childhood Development as Autism Prevalence Rises

March 29, 2023
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Rabid Skunk Confirmed in Anderson County; One Pet Exposed

March 23, 2023
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2022 Monkeypox (MPOX) Outbreak

DHEC is responding to the current national outbreak of the monkeypox (MPOX) virus to ensure the health and safety of all South Carolinians. Learn more about current information and recommendations.
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Flu Watch - Data, Reports, Maps

Flu Watch is a weekly summary of reported influenza activity in South Carolina.
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Additional Resources

Substance Use Prevention Resources

DHEC health departments are equipped with Overdose (OD) Safety Kits to help save lives.
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DHEC HealtheLife Client Portal

A web-based application that allows DHEC clients to access their records online, such as immunizations, test results, and upcoming appointments.
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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.

Upcoming Events

DHEC's State Government Career Fair

Thu Mar 30
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

DHEC Board Meeting - Thursday, April 13, 2023

Thu Apr 13
10:00 a.m

Blanchard Family Bridge Critical Area Permit Application Public Hearing

Mon Apr 17
6:00 PM
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