Our health news section is dedicated to reporting on the health and wellness landscape of South Carolina, from public health initiatives to breakthroughs in medical research. We cover the state’s response to health crises, developments in healthcare services, and strategies for improving community health. Our reporting aims to empower South Carolinians with knowledge about health issues and resources, promoting a healthier, more informed state.
News Summary A tragic incident at a youth softball tournament in Sumter County resulted in the death of 61-year-old umpire Mitchell Huggins, who succumbed to
News Summary A 12-year-old girl was airlifted after a shark bite incident on Hilton Head Island, raising alarm among beachgoers. First responders provided immediate treatment,
News Summary North and South Carolina are facing over 170 wildfires, causing health alerts and evacuations due to poor air quality. Authorities are on the
News Summary A shooting incident on a charter boat in Little River resulted in 11 individuals injured, including ten from gunfire. Authorities reported chaotic scenes
News Summary Nathanial ‘Nate’ G. Baker, a 21-year-old junior at the University of South Carolina, was killed in a hit-and-run accident involving a driver identified
News Summary A significant incident occurred at the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center in South Carolina, where 43 Rhesus macaques escaped. While 24 have been
News Summary On April 3, 2025, the South Carolina Senate Medical Affairs Committee voted against Dr. Edward Simmer’s nomination to lead the new Department of
News Summary In Yemassee, South Carolina, a group of 43 Rhesus macaques escaped from Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center. While 24 have been recovered safely,
News Summary Governor Henry McMaster has raised alarms regarding the failing child welfare system in South Carolina following the resignation of DSS Director Michael Leach.
News Summary In an unusual incident, 43 young female rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from a research facility in Beaufort County, South Carolina. The monkeys were
