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Local News
A new warmline is up and running for SC health professionals
National
U.S. measles milestone: 60 cases so far in 2024 — more than all of 2023
The most measles cases seen in the U.S. since the COVID-19 pandemic was in 2022, with 121 cases reported in just six states.
National
Up to 5.8 million kids have long COVID, study says. One mother discusses the "heartbreaking" search for answers.
Doctors say most children with long COVID recover over several months, but about a third experience symptoms even one year later.
Local News
American Cancer Society urges SC legislature to double funding for colorectal cancer prevention
The disease is now the leading cause of death in men under 50 and second-leading cause of death in women under 50.
Local News
Funding for colorectal cancer screening
The American Cancer Society is asking for more money from the legislature for cancer screenings.
Local News
What exactly is a 'warmline'?
It's an imitative by the SC Center of Excellence in Addiction to helping medical practitioners get a second opinion.
Health
Eye on Health | Olivia Munn's breast cancer diagnosis & VR for seniors
Eye on Health takes a look at the health stories that make news during the week. This week we look at Olivia Munn's breast cancer diagnosis and more.
Local News
Poor air quality reported in multiple counties across the Midlands
Doctors says poor air quality in the area can have an impact on those with allergies and asthma.
Orangeburg
Only medical center in Wagener closes
Residents will have to find another provider and that will put many on the road to Columbia, Lexington or Aiken.
Local News
Air quality in the Midlands is at it's worst
An air quality alert is still in effect for the Midlands area as prescribed burns in the area increased.
Weather
Where there's smoke, there's a controlled burn in Columbia
It's the season of prescribed burns at Fort Jackson and Congaree National Park
Nation World
Another dangerous amoeba has been linked to neti pots and nasal rinsing. Here's what to know
Officials warn that extremely rare, but potentially deadly, consequences can come from flushing nasal passages with common tap water.
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