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Freestanding emergency room advances through approval process on James Island
JAMES ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) — A new freestanding emergency room is moving forward on James Island as developers continue through the approval process. If caught in an emergency, James Island Mayor Brook Lyons said moments matter. “When emergencies happen, seconds really count,” Lyons said. Troy Powell, the chief...
USC Gamecock
Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews makes campaign stop in Columbia to talk affordability
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Annie Andrews brought her statewide affordability tour to Bourbon, a restaurant on downtown Columbia’s Main Street, on Wednesday. Andrews outlined her mission to lower the cost of living for South Carolinians while also hearing directly from residents about their concerns. Andrews, a Charleston pediatrician and...
yourislandnews.com
Beaufort Memorial adds urologist in Beaufort, Okatie
Beaufort Memorial has expanded access to urology services by adding a skilled urologist to its team in Beaufort and Okatie. Dr. Meredith Hernandez joins Beaufort Memorial Urology Specialists, where she provides comprehensive care for conditions including kidney and bladder stones, enlarged prostate, urinary disorders and urological cancers. She also specializes in advanced robot-assisted surgical procedures designed to improve precision, shorten recovery time and achieve optimal outcomes for patients.
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Medicare Advantage in Hilton Head: A Financial Planning Guide for South Carolina Residents
For retirees and Medicare-eligible residents in Hilton Head, South Carolina, navigating health insurance options can feel like charting unfamiliar waters. Medicare Advantage plans—formally known as Medicare Part C—have grown rapidly in popularity across the Lowcountry, yet many beneficiaries still struggle to understand how these plans differ from Original Medicare, what they actually cover, and whether they're the right financial choice.
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Prisma Health Named 2026 National EMS Service of the Year
Prisma Health Ambulance Service has been named the 2026 Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians and EMS World for its leadership in patient care, clinical innovation, and community health across South Carolina. Operating 35 ambulances and employing over 350 professionals, the multi-accredited system was recognized for key advances such as the state’s first prehospital blood administration program, specialized pediatric and neonatal transport teams, and a Treat-in-Place initiative with a 92% emergency department avoidance rate. The organization will formally accept the honor at the upcoming EMS World Expo and NAEMT Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida.
blufftontoday.com
Beaufort Memorial named among Best S.C. Hospitals
BEAUFORT, S.C. – Beaufort Memorial has been nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026-2027 Best Regional Hospital, with eight of its programs highlighted for delivering exceptional care in the Lowcountry. For the 2026-2027 year, Beaufort Memorial ranks at number 7 in the state among U.S....
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Beaufort Memorial ranked among South Carolina’s top hospitals by Forbes
BEAUFORT, S.C. – Beaufort Memorial has been named one of South Carolina’s top hospitals in Forbes’ inaugural “Top Hospitals by State” rankings, recognizing the community health system’s commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care across the Lowcountry. The rankings, published July 14, are based on CMS...
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South Carolina has a nursing shortage
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Beaufort Memorial expands primary care with concierge service
BEAUFORT, Sc. (WTOC) - Beaufort Memorial is expanding its primary care services in the Lowcountry with a new membership-based concierge care option. Beaufort Memorial Concierge Care is designed for patients seeking more direct access to their healthcare provider and a personalized approach to treatment. “As our region continues to grow...
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Huntsville Utilities water contamination lawsuit moved to South Carolina in massive federal case
A Huntsville Utilities lawsuit over PFAS contamination in the Tennessee River and local groundwater is heading out of Alabama entirely, now that a national panel has ordered the case folded into a massive multidistrict litigation in South Carolina. The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation ruled that the case —...
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South Carolina has a nursing shortage
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Doctors describe Gaza health care crisis at S.C. discussion
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - Five doctors who recently returned from medical missions in Gaza shared their experiences with Lowcountry community members on Sunday. They described what they called a devastating lack of functional hospitals, basic medical supplies and specialized equipment. The panel, hosted by Free Palestine Charleston, took place in...