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'State of the Air' report gives Florence and Myrtle Beach areas 'A' grades for ozone
(WPDE) — The American Lung Association released its 27th annual “State of the Air” report, which recognizes several South Carolina communities for having some of the cleanest air in the nation. The Florence metro area ranks among the nation’s cleanest cities for ozone pollution, earning an 'A'...
The Robesonian
UNC Health Southeastern to celebrate ‘One Great Team’ during Patient Experience Week
LUMBERTON — UNC Health Southeastern will join healthcare organizations across the country in celebrating Patient Experience Week from Monday, April 27, through Friday, May 1. The week is a chance to recognize the people and practices that shape what it feels like to receive care at the hospital and clinics.
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McLeod Health opens Outpatient Pharmacy in Florence
FLORENCE S.C. (WPDE) — McLeod Health is expanding access to prescription services with the opening of a new outpatient pharmacy facility, officially marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday afternoon. The new location is designed to make it easier and more convenient for patients to get the medications they...
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McLeod Health Teams Honored at Harbor Freight Summit
In March, seven McLeod Health Engineering/Facilities Management team members were recognized with awards at the 2026 Harbor Freight Skilled Trades Youth Summit for their contributions to the McLeod Health Skilled Trades Youth Residency Program. Each year nominations are submitted to the Harbor Freight Foundation for awards such as the Mentor of the Year and Outstanding Jr. Fellows. McLeod swept awards in both categories. Carl Ford also served as the closing speaker for the Summit.
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McLeod Loris Hospital Launches Fast Track Space in Emergency Department
(April 7, 2026 – Loris, SC) McLeod Loris Hospital has officially opened a Fast Track area within the hospital’s Emergency Department. This new space adds six additional treatment chairs, extending the total number of beds from 15 to 21, to ensure patients are seen by providers efficiently and more comfortably.
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Grand Strand Today - Dolore No More Laser Pain Clinic PT 1
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Florence to focus on water and sewer improvements through multimillion-dollar projects
FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) - The city of Florence is looking to improve its water quality and sewer utility infrastructure for years to come. In a March 25 news release, the city said it is launching a multimillion-dollar, multiyear initiative focused on significant upgrades to its drinking water and sanitary sewer collection systems.
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State OKs Competing Hospitals Near Brunswick-Columbus County Line
North Carolina officials have given Columbus Regional Healthcare System conditional approval to build a 30-bed hospital just miles from Novant Health’s proposed 20-bed hospital in Leland, according to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services. Both certificate of need applications for the facilities near the Brunswick and Columbus...
The Robesonian
A less invasive way to treat many health problems: Interventional Radiology at UNC Health Southeastern
LUMBERTON — Imagine being able to treat certain medical problems without large incisions or traditional surgery. That’s the promise of interventional radiology, a modern approach that uses advanced imaging technology to guide tiny instruments inside the body. Instead of making large surgical cuts, interventional radiologists use real-time X-ray,...
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Grand Strand Health resumes hospital visitation for all ages
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Visitors of all ages are now allowed back into Grand Strand Health after its temporary age-related visitation restrictions, the medical center announced. The restrictions were first announced on Nov. 5 in response to increased cases of respiratory syncytial virus and other respiratory illnesses in the community. At the time, visitors […]
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Dr. Erkan Alci debuts Globus Medical’s new spine screw
Erkan Alci, MD, performed the first U.S. case using Globus Medical’s CREO traction screw, according to a March 30 LinkedIn post. Dr. Alci used the screws for a bilateral minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion completed at Conway (S.C.) Medical Center. “My patient population tends to be older with...
Florence News Journal
Florence invests nearly $85 million to improve drinking water capacity and treatment systems
Florence, South Carolina – A sweeping effort to reshape the backbone of Florence’s water and sewer systems is now underway, marking the beginning of a long-term push to strengthen reliability, improve water quality, and prepare the city for future growth. City officials have launched a multi-year initiative backed...
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CareSouth Carolina Breaks Ground On Bennettsville Expansion
BENNETTSVILLE — CareSouth Carolina officially broke ground Friday on a major renovation and expansion project at its Bennettsville clinic, marking a significant investment in improving access to healthcare services for the Marlboro County community. The project will nearly double the size of the existing Bennettsville Clinic at 999 Cheraw...
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Coastline Psychiatric Liaisons to celebrate grand opening
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -A Myrtle Beach business for mental health will soon open its doors. We stopped by Coastline Psychiatric Liaisons and spoke with Psychiatrist Dr. Christina Lynn to learn more about the services offered. Coastline approaches helping patients by blending treatment of the mind, body, and spirit from...
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Assisted Living Locators Opens New Senior Care Advisory Service in Myrtle Beach–Florence, South Carolina
March 20, 2026 // Franchising.com // MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – Assisted Living Locators today announced the opening of its Myrtle Beach–Florence office. The new location is owned and operated by Renee Messecar and will serve families throughout South Carolina’s Grand Strand and Pee Dee regions including Myrtle Beach, Florence, Conway, Sumter and surrounding areas by providing personalized, no-cost guidance through the senior living decision-making process.
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McLeod Nurses Receive 2026 Palmetto Gold Award
McLeod Health is honored to announce eight McLeod Nurses were selected to receive the 2026 Palmetto Gold Award. These nurses represent McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Clarendon, McLeod Health Dillon and McLeod Health Seacoast. They join the ranks of the 250 previous McLeod Nurses who have received this outstanding award.