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November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
DHEC encourages residents to learn more about Alzheimer’s, spend time with family and friends affected by the disease and find other ways to show support
Discount Internet Service and Child Tax Credits
The federal government has two programs that can help WIC and SNAP participants. Deadline to apply is Nov. 15, 2022.
Count the Kicks
DHEC and Count the Kicks will host a virtual baby shower on Nov. 12, 2022. Learn about Count the Kicks, what to expect during labor, newborn basics, feeding and more!
Recently Published by DHEC
Rabid Bat Confirmed in Richland County; No Known Exposures
November 09, 2022
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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Lexington County; Two Pets Exposed
November 08, 2022
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DHEC Encourages Residents to Embrace Those Impacted by Alzheimer’s During Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
November 07, 2022
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2022 Monkeypox (MPX) Outbreak
DHEC is responding to the current national outbreak of the monkeypox (MPX) virus to ensure the health and safety of all South Carolinians. Learn more about current information and recommendations.
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Flu Watch - Data, Reports, Maps
Flu Watch is a weekly summary of reported influenza activity in South Carolina.
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Hurricanes & Floods
It's important to be prepared for hurricanes
Living in South Carolina means that everyone needs to understand and be prepared for hurricanes. We can't prevent hurricanes, but we can take action to protect ourselves and our families from these storms' dangers.
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Septic Tanks - Permits & Licenses
Maintaining your septic system is important to protecting environmental and public health
DHEC is responsible for issuing a septic tank permit before a septic tank can be installed. This helps ensure that a septic tank, also know as an onsite wastewater system, can successfully operate at a proposed site for the proper treatment and disposal of domestic wastewater. DHEC has had a significant increase in the number of permit applications for septic tanks, also called onsite wastewater systems.
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Do you have a complaint regarding services being provided to a child by a state agency?
Please submit your complaint by phone (1-800-206-1957) or an electronic submission form with the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy.