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Rabid Bat Confirmed in Greenville County; One Person and Two Pets Exposed
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Aug. 12, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a bat found near Oak Branch Drive and Open Range Lane in Greenville, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was exposed and has been referred to their health care provider. Two cats were exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act.
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DPH Announces Expanded SC Tracking Dashboards
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Aug. 12, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has expanded its SC Tracking dashboards, which offer comprehensive and accurate insights into key health indicators for South Carolina communities.
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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Charleston County; One Person and One Pet Exposed
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Aug. 8, 2025COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Dogwood and Becky roads in Charleston, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. One person was exposed and has been referred to their health care provider. One dog was exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act.
Events
View AllCancer Control Advisory Committee Surveillance Subcommittee (CCAC-SS) Meeting - Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025
Agenda
- Introduction of our new chair and members
- Changes to patient contact studies
- Data release protocol updates
- Best Chance Network (BCN) needs help with defining data utilization parameters – Beth Williams
- Upcoming studies
- Cancer incidence and cancer mortality in the World Trade Center Health Registry Data Request (Needs review)
- Weiss project (Potential)