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Charleston SC’s Complete Health & Wellness Guide
Local medical news, provider directory, mental health resources, fitness & nutrition guides, CE/CME for healthcare professionals, and caregiver support — all grounded in Charleston.
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Charleston residents have access to a range of healthcare services across Charleston, from hospital-based acute care to community health centers offering sliding-scale and Medicaid-accepted services.

The healthcare landscape across the Lowcountry region is shaped by SC public health priorities, DHEC split July 1, 2024 into SC Department of Public Health (DPH) and SC Department of Environmental Services (DES).. SC DPH and partner agencies oversee healthcare facility licensing, immunization programs, and environmental health for Charleston and Charleston.

HERE Charleston covers local health news, provider updates, and community wellness resources for Charleston, SC. Our coverage spans mental health services, caregiver support, CE/CME opportunities for healthcare professionals, and seasonal health advisories. If it touches Charleston health, it’s HERE.

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Charleston Health Alert — Current Advisory
Charleston Health Advisory — Seasonal Allergy Season
Allergy season is active in Charleston. SC DPH recommends residents with pollen sensitivities monitor daily air quality reports at dph.sc.gov. Pollen counts may be elevated across the Lowcountry region; residents with asthma should keep rescue inhalers accessible and consult their provider if symptoms worsen.
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Medical and health news to help you live your best life in Charleston, SC — from Charleston providers, regional health systems, and SC public health agencies.
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National coverage on exercise, supplements, nutrition, sleep, mental health, and preventive care — sourced from CDC, NIH, USPSTF, and peer-reviewed research.
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SC Health Officials Track Rise in Shigellosis Cases
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina health officials said Friday that reported shigellosis cases are…
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Ronald McDonald House Charleston to Double Capacity, Rebrands
Charleston, S.C. — The Ronald McDonald House in downtown Charleston is preparing a major…
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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…
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Charleston children's hospital ranks among the best
A Charleston hospital has earned a top-five ranking among children's hospitals across the Southeast…
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MUSC Hollings pushes to transform South Carolina cancer care
Charleston's MUSC Hollings Cancer Center announced this week that it is moving one step…
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Second-hand smoke reached 2.7 billion in 2023
An estimated 2.71 billion people worldwide, including 767 million children under age 15, were…
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What the latest studies actually say about food, metabolism, the microbiome, and aging well — in plain English.
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Long-form interviews on heart disease, cancer, neurodegeneration, exercise physiology, and lifespan extension.
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Provider Directory

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Doctors, dentists, therapists, gyms, and pharmacies in Charleston — updated 2026.
Provider Directory
Local provider listings for Charleston are coming soon. Check back for updated directory information.
Find a Provider via SC DPH →
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Continuing Education & Caregiver Support

CE/CME opportunities, support groups, and wellness resources for Lowcountry healthcare professionals and family caregivers in Charleston.
Continuing Education — CE / CME
College of Charleston — Health Professions & CE
Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Charleston area professionals and students.
www.cofc.edu
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina — Health Professions & CE
Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Charleston area professionals and students.
www.citadel.edu
Lowcountry AHEC — Lowcountry Region
Regional continuing education programs for nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals. Covers Charleston and surrounding Lowcountry counties.
www.lcahec.com · (843) 782-5052
South Carolina Medical Association — Physician Wellness
SCMA webinars, online CME modules, and the “SC Physicians' Health Program” confidential peer support program for South Carolina physicians.
www.scmedical.org · (803) 252-8224 (confidential)
Caregiver & Family Support Resources
Charleston SC DSS — Adult Protective Services
In-home services, respite care coordination, adult day programs, and family caregiver counseling for Charleston residents.
dss.sc.gov
Alzheimer’s Association — Lowcountry Chapter
In-person and virtual support groups, caregiver training, and the 24/7 Alzheimer’s helpline for families across Charleston and the Lowcountry region.
(800) 272-3900 (24/7) · www.alz.org/sc
NAMI Charleston
Family-to-Family education, caregiver peer support groups, and mental health advocacy resources. Meetings held in Charleston with virtual options available.
namisc.org · NAMI Helpline: 988 (press 1)
United Way — Lowcountry
211 referral line connects Charleston caregivers and families to social services, food assistance, mental health, and emergency support resources.
Dial 211 · unitedway.org
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about providers, CE, caregiver support, and health resources in Charleston.
Start with local community health centers that offer sliding-scale fees and accept Medicaid. The SC DPH “Find a Provider” tool at dph.sc.gov is also a useful resource for Charleston. For dental care, community health centers and sliding-scale dental clinics accept Medicaid and new patients.
Community health centers in Charleston offer sliding-scale dental services and accept Medicaid. Many also offer reduced-cost preventive care to community patients. Use the SC DPH provider search at dph.sc.gov or call 211 to find Medicaid-accepting dental providers near you.
The Alzheimer’s Association Lowcountry Chapter hosts in-person and virtual support groups ((800) 272-3900). NAMI Charleston holds regular family support meetings and offers a warmline for immediate support. United Way’s 211 line connects caregivers to respite care, day programs, and emergency assistance across Charleston.
SC DPH publishes weekly respiratory illness surveillance data at dph.sc.gov. Local pharmacies including CVS MinuteClinic and Walgreens offer flu and COVID vaccines without an appointment. For school-age illness alerts, check the Charleston school district website or sign up for SC DPH Lowcountry alerts.
Traditional Medicare (Parts A & B) does not cover routine dental care. However, many Medicare Advantage plans available in Charleston include dental benefits. Contact SC SHIP (the State Health Insurance Assistance Program) at (800) 868-9095 for a free, unbiased review of your Medicare Advantage options. Community health centers also offer sliding-scale dental regardless of Medicare status.
Lowcountry AHEC Lowcountry provides regional CE programs for nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals. College of Charleston supports health professions education and CE seminars. Contact the South Carolina Medical Association (www.scmedical.org) for statewide CME webinars and physician wellness resources.
The South Carolina Medical Association offers a confidential “SC Physicians' Health Program” peer support line at (803) 252-8224 for physicians. NAMI Charleston provides mental health support for all healthcare and industrial workers. For shift workers across the area, United Way’s 211 line can connect you with local counseling and wellness resources.
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Latest Charleston health-wellness News — Page 2

  1. FDA withdraws Krazati Erbitux colorectal approval

    The Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn the accelerated approval of Krazati (adagrasib) in combination with Erbitux (cetuximab) for adults with KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic colorectal…

  2. Abbott TactiFlex Duo ablation catheter approved

    The Food and Drug Administration approved Abbott’s TactiFlex Duo Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled, a device that combines pulsed-field ablation and radiofrequency energy in a single catheter to treat…

  3. FDA approves Etcamah for ESR1 breast cancer

    The Food and Drug Administration on September 4, 2026 granted accelerated approval to Etcamah (camizestrant) in combination with a CDK4/6 inhibitor for adults with hormone-receptor-positive, HER2-negative locally advanced…

  4. Kofinas garlic olive oil recalled by FDA

    LMSI LLC, doing business as Kofinas Olive Oil, is voluntarily recalling its Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil because the product contains a garlic essential oil that…

  5. FDA approves RASONQUE for pancreatic cancer

    The Food and Drug Administration approved RASONQUE (daraxonrasib), the first targeted therapy in a new class of RAS inhibitors, for adults with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma who have already…

  6. HHS names four permanent senior FDA leaders

    The Department of Health and Human Services on September 8, 2026, named four permanent senior leaders at the Food and Drug Administration, filling the top posts at the…

  7. Algal Blooms Pose Health Risks in South Carolina Waters

    Algal blooms, similar to the one observed in Washington D.C.'s Reflecting Pool this summer, have been reported across South Carolina, prompting warnings about potential health risks. These blooms,…

  8. MUSC performs state’s 1st pediatric robotic surgery

    MUSC Health in Charleston recently performed South Carolina's first pediatric single-port robotic surgery on August 24, 2026, offering new hope to a young patient with a rare bladder…

  9. EyePoint Reports DURAVYU Trial Data for Wet AMD

    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…

  10. Kindergarten Vaccine Exemption Rate Reaches Record High

    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…

  11. Daily Nuts May Lower High Blood Pressure Risk

    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,…

  12. Charleston Navigates Summer Heat with Critical Health Guidance

    Charleston, SC – With the region experiencing its characteristic summer heat, public health advisories are emphasizing the critical importance of understanding and responding to heat-related illnesses. The guidance…