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06/01/2026 · Kingstree

CDC Issues National Guidelines for Maternal and Infant Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released national recommendations aimed at improving the health of women before pregnancy. The guidelines outline actionable steps for better maternal and infant outcomes. The CDC collaborated with over 35 public and private organizations to develop the recommendations.

05/19/2026

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South Carolina Sees Respiratory Illnesses Plummet After Winter Surge

South Carolina's flu and RSV cases have plunged dramatically since the peak winter surge, state health officials report, crediting robust vaccination rates and seasonal shifts. With hospitalizations down and activity levels returning to baseline, public health experts urge continued vigilance. The decline brings relief to strained hospitals from Columbia to Charleston.

05/04/2026 · South Carolina

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Prisma Health Expands Rural SC Clinics to Address Care Gaps

Greenville-based Prisma Health, South Carolina's largest private healthcare system, is expanding primary care access across rural counties where residents have long faced barriers to medical services. The expansion aims to reduce emergency room overload and bring quality healthcare closer to underserved communities.

05/03/2026 · South Carolina

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SC Public Health Warns of Dengue Threat as Mosquito Season Looms

South Carolina's Department of Public Health is urging vigilance against dengue fever amid rising risks from local mosquitoes and global outbreaks. A new state dashboard tracks cases of the mosquito-borne virus, which has surged dramatically in the Americas. With spring travel peaking, officials fear both imported and homegrown infections in the Palmetto State.

05/02/2026 · South Carolina

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Adventure Awaits: Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Program June 1st

Pickens County Library - Summer Reading Program Kick-off! Theme: 'Adventure Awaits' Join us to celebrate the start of our exciting Summer Reading Program! Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Pickens County Library Activities include story times, craft stations, and registration for the reading challenge. Prizes and fun for the whole family!

Fresh Finds Await: Pickens County Farmers Market Opens May 18th

Pickens County Farmers Market - Grand Opening! Join us for the official opening of the Pickens County Farmers Market. Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Downtown Square Find fresh, locally grown produce, artisanal crafts, baked goods, and more. Support your local farmers and makers!

Pickens County Council to Meet May 14th

Pickens County Council Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Pickens County Administration Building, Council Chambers Agenda will be posted prior to the meeting. Public comments are welcome.

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