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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Oconee County; One Person and One Pet Exposed
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March 12, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Childress Drive and Bassett Trail in Townville, 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.
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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Saluda County; One Pet Exposed
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March 11, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near West Creek and Beulah roads in Leesville, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. One dog was exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act.
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TUESDAY MEASLES UPDATE: DPH Reports Two New Measles Cases, Bringing Outbreak total to 993
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March 10, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. ― The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reporting two new cases of measles in the state since Friday, bringing the total number of cases in South Carolina related to the Upstate outbreak to 993.
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View AllSC EMS Advisory Council Meeting - Thursday, March 12, 2026
Agenda
- Call to Order - Dr. DesChamps
- Freedom of Information Act - DPH Staff
- Roll Call - Mr. Self
- Approval of Minutes - Dr. DesChamps
- DPH Staff Reports - DPH Staff
- Committee/Council Reports
- EMS Training Committee - Maj. Smith
- Trauma Advisory Council - Mr. Jones
- Stroke Advisory Committee - Ms. McElveen
- EMS for Children Committee - Ms. Land
- EMS Medical Control Committee - Dr.