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Former Trident Health CEO Named Sutter COO
Christina Oh, former president and CEO of Trident Health System in Charleston, has been named executive vice president and chief operating officer of Sutter Health.
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Christina Oh, former president and CEO of Trident Health System in Charleston, has been named executive vice president and chief operating officer of Sutter Health.

Greystar and PGIM have completed the first building at their Lowcountry Logistics Center in North Charleston and broken ground on two additional rear-load industrial facilities at the same\u2026

EyePoint, Inc. has released topline results from LUGANO, the first of two pivotal Phase 3 clinical trials for DURAVYU (vorolanib intravitreal insert) in treating wet age-related macular degeneration\u2026

The rate of exemptions from routine childhood vaccines among US kindergartners reached a record high of 4.2% during the 2025-26 school year, according to new data released by\u2026

New research indicates that consuming approximately a handful of nuts daily could be linked to a reduced risk of developing high blood pressure. A systematic review and meta-analysis,\u2026

V3 Group Limited, a Singapore-based holding company, announced that its health and wellness supplements division, LAC Global, has completed the acquisition of MASQUELIER'S French Pine Bark Extract. This\u2026

Public health officials and local service providers in Charleston are detailing general preparedness strategies for periods of extreme heat, emphasizing the resources available to the community. The planning\u2026

Charleston is currently experiencing a sustained July heat pattern, prompting renewed attention to public health guidelines for managing high temperatures. The conditions underscore the importance of consistent hydration,\u2026

Current heat conditions in Charleston necessitate a heightened awareness regarding medication safety, hydration, and overall well-being during summer errands and outdoor events. Public health advisories emphasize the importance\u2026

The persistent heat of summer in Charleston brings with it an increased focus on personal health strategies, particularly for individuals managing ongoing medical conditions or taking prescription medications.\u2026

A multi-state health concern regarding Cyclospora, a microscopic parasite that can cause intestinal illness, has prompted renewed public health advisories across the country. The parasite is frequently linked\u2026

Reports of Cyclospora infections across multiple states are prompting renewed reminders about food safety practices, particularly concerning raw produce, as summer continues. The parasite, known to cause diarrheal\u2026