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The best nursing homes in SC for 2027, from US News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes report on Tuesday, Nov. 10, and dozens of South Carolina facilities made the list. The group has served as an independent, data-driven guide for families navigating short-term rehabilitation or long-term care choices since 2009. “Choosing a nursing home — whether for short-term rehabilitation following a surgery or illness like stroke, or for long-term residency — is one of the most crucial healthcare decisions a family can make,” said Jordan Derk, Ph.D., senior care researcher at U.S. News. “The Best Nursing Homes ratings are designed to equip families with transparent quality metrics so they can make confident, informed care decisions alongside their healthcare providers.” There are more than 14,600 skilled nursing facilities evaluated across all 50 states and Washington, D.C., and only 18% of evaluated nursing homes earned a “Best Nursing Home” designation for 2027. To determine the ratings, U.S. News analyzed data about staffing, patients’ health outcomes and results of government-conducted health and safety outcomes. The State has previously reported on the best nursing homes in SC using different metrics from KFF, a leading U.S. health policy tracker. In SC, there are 187 licensed nursing homes, and 31 received

South Carolina · 1d

The Financial Wire

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UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage members in South Carolina, Virginia, Wisconsin, Michigan and Arkansas could lose Bon Secours, Aspirus or White River hospitals Jan. 1, except Bon Secours in Virginia on Feb. 1

UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage members in five states face a hospital change at the turn of the year. Bon Secours could leave the network in South Carolina on Jan. 1 and in Virginia on Feb. 1, Aspirus Health could leave in Wisconsin and Michigan on Jan. 1, and White River Health in Arkansas has already said... The post UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage members in South Carolina, Virginia, Wisconsin, Michigan and Arkansas could lose Bon Secours, Aspirus or White River hospitals Jan. 1, except Bon Secours in Virginia on Feb. 1 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Wisconsin · 2d

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Trident, Summerville hospitals ranked among top 50 in U.S. for surgical care

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Healthgrades ranked Trident Hospital and Summerville Hospital, both part of HCA Healthcare, among the top 50 in the country for surgical care. The ranking places both facilities among the top 5% of surgery centers in the country. Jane Appleby, chief medical officer for HCA Healthcare...

Summerville, SC · 4h
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WSPA 7News

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Prisma Health doctor warns of flu, COVID, RSV ‘triple wave’ as flu season hits early

GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – Flu season is arriving earlier than usual in South Carolina, and a Prisma Health infectious disease expert said the flu isn’t the only virus on the rise. “We’re seeing the same that we are seeing every year. We’re just seeing it earlier,” Dr. Helmut Albrecht, medical director of the Center for […]

South Carolina · 5h

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GUIDE support for Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Amanda Overstreet about the new pilot Medicare program (GUIDE) that offers dementia care navigation services for eligible individuals and their caregivers. Dr. Overstreet is a geriatrician and Interim Medical Director of Geriatrics at MUSC. TRANSCRIPT:. Conner: I'm Bobbi Conner for South Carolina Public...

Charleston, SC · 2d

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COVID learning recovery falls on states’ shoulders, CRPE report says

Learning recovery has "failed" for most students, and now states need to take the lead in accelerating academic achievement and driving improved student outcomes, according to a new report from the Center on Reinvening Public Education. Only 10.5% of students are in districts that have returned to prepandemic achievement levels...

South Carolina · 7h

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SC Lowcountry hospital welcomes new family doctor in Hampton

Dr. Michael Owen Ouzts has joined Hampton Regional Medical Center and Coastal Plains Primary Care. He is a board-certified family medicine doctor with experience in preventive care, chronic disease management, and pediatrics. His addition aims to strengthen access to primary care services for patients of all ages in Hampton County.

Hampton County, SC · 1d

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Mobile healthcare unit coming to Yemassee area of Hampton and Beaufort counties

A mobile healthcare unit will now be serving the rural Yemassee area of Hampton and Beaufort counties. The Town of Yemassee announced last week that Genesis Healthcare Inc and its Mobile Health Unit will begin serving that community and surrounding areas beginning the week of Nov. 9. This mobile healthcare...

Yemassee, SC · 20h

WCBD Count on 2

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Prisma Health restricts child visitors at South Carolina hospitals as flu activity surges

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Prisma Health, which recently expanded to the Charleston area, has temporarily restricted children from visiting hospitalized patients at its South Carolina hospitals as influenza activity rises across the state. The visitor restrictions took effect Tuesday and apply to anyone age 15 and younger, according to the health system. Prisma Health said […]

South Carolina · 1d

FOX Carolina

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South Carolina flu activity widespread, doctor explains treatment and vaccine options

South Carolina · 2d

WJBF

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South Carolina independent pharmacies call for help amid financial struggles

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) — Independent pharmacies across the country are facing financial challenges and closing their doors, including in South Carolina. The South Carolina Pharmacy Association says about 40 independent pharmacies close in the state each year, and only 280 are still open. Kelley Johnson owned the Prescription Shoppe in Georgetown, which had been part […]

South Carolina · 5d

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Aurae Modern Medical Wellness to Open Expanded Mount Pleasant Location on Nov. 23

Aurae Modern Medical Wellness will officially open its new 2,000-plus-square-foot location in Mount Pleasant on Monday, Nov. 23, after outgrowing its original space. Located at 774 S. Shelmore Blvd., Suite 109, the new facility brings primary care, advanced aesthetics and restorative wellness experiences together under one roof. A media and...

Mt Pleasant, SC · 6d

Fort Mill Sun

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Independent Pharmacies in South Carolina Face Growing Financial Challenges

Independent pharmacies across the country are struggling with rising costs and declining reimbursements, forcing many to close their doors. South Carolina is experiencing the same trend, with approximately 40 independent pharmacies closing annually and only 280 remaining statewide, according to the South Carolina Pharmacy Association. Pharmacy owners say reforming pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), which administer […]

South Carolina · 5d

The Money Overview

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UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage members in Oregon, Washington, Florida, Connecticut, South Carolina and Virginia could lose Providence, Lee, Yale or Bon Secours

UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage members in Oregon, Washington, Florida, Connecticut, South Carolina and Virginia could lose access to Providence, Lee Health, Yale New Haven Health or Bon Secours hospitals between Jan. 1 and Feb. 1, 2027. Only the Providence exit is confirmed; the other three systems are still in contract talks or have said they intend […] The post UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage members in Oregon, Washington, Florida, Connecticut, South Carolina and Virginia could lose Providence, Lee, Yale or Bon Secours appeared first on The Money Overview .

South Carolina · 8d

WSAV News 3

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South Carolina independent pharmacies call for help amid financial struggles

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) — Independent pharmacies across the country are facing financial challenges and closing their doors, including in South Carolina. The South Carolina Pharmacy Association says about 40 independent pharmacies close in the state each year, and only 280 are still open. Kelley Johnson owned the Prescription Shoppe in Georgetown, which had been part […]

South Carolina · 5d

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Charleston Animal Society Urges Pet Owners to Check Vaccinations Following Distemper Outbreak

In mid-October, a dog brought into the care of Charleston Animal Society tested positive for distemper, a highly contagious viral disease that attacks a dog's respiratory, gastrointestinal and central nervous systems. Distemper can be fatal if a dog is not properly vaccinated. Distemper vaccination is considered a core vaccine for...

Charleston, SC · 7d

WSPA 7News

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South Carolina independent pharmacies call for help amid financial struggles

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) — Independent pharmacies across the country are facing financial challenges and closing their doors, including in South Carolina. The South Carolina Pharmacy Association says about 40 independent pharmacies close in the state each year, and only 280 are still open. Kelley Johnson owned the Prescription Shoppe in Georgetown, which had been part […]

South Carolina · 6d

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Annie Andrews stresses high healthcare costs in tight South Carolina Senate race with Darline Graham

The South Carolina Senate race has drawn ever closer between Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews and Republican Darline Graham as the midterm elections draw to a finish. Andrews joins Antonia Hylton to discuss the surprisingly close race, her campaign's extensive outreach to voters, and the rising costs of healthcare going into 2027.

South Carolina · 11d

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Bringing cancer screening conversations to the salon chair

ANDRESON, S.C. (InvestigateTV) - Do you only go to the doctor when you have an ache or feel sick? For many women that answer can be “yes.”. A 2025 survey said that every one in six women say they missed or may have missed a routine cancer screening within the past year.

South Carolina · 12d

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Park Circle Home Case Highlights Limits in South Carolina’s Care-Facility Oversight

South Carolina’s oversight of community residential care facilities includes inspections and complaint investigations, but a report of alleged violations does not automatically trigger enforcement. Park Circle Home’s license was revoked in April 2026, and the North Charleston facility no longer serves vulnerable adults, according to Live 5 News. Live 5’s reporting on the case describes complaints and inspections alongside allegations of neglect and deaths, raising questions about how the state assesses and responds to concerns.

South Carolina · 11d