CVS Health announced its plan to double the number of COVID-19 testing sites across the country by adding over 2,000 new testing locations. In South Carolina, seven drive-thru sites are opening this Friday, September 18. Patients are required to schedule an appointment in advance by registering online at CVS.com. ChildrenRead More
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is holding another COVID-19 testing across the Upstate this week. The tests are always free of cost and it’s open to anyone regardless of symptoms, and don’t require an appointment or referral from a doctor, although preregistering is recommended. Pre-registerRead More
Greenville County Schools and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environment are working to get children the necessary vaccines to attend this school year. “This year, the South Carolina DHEC has given a 30-day waiver so that our requirement for the compliant immunization record on file is now SeptemberRead More
The 2020 edition of TD Bank Reedy River run has now been canceled. Originally, the event was scheduled for April 18 and was moved to September 5. Organizers cited safety concerns related to large crowds during the COVID-19 pandemic. Statement From the Race Directors “We are extremely disappointed that weRead More
Travelers Rest residents of all races and backgrounds are invited to join the upcoming “Unity in The Community” event on Saturday, July 11 beginning at noon. The nearly 2-mile walk will start from Trailblazer Park to Mountainview Memorial Park. According to the organizer Patsy Hunt they want to highlight TravelersRead More
Prisma Health is offering 2 new COVID-19 community testing events next week in the upstate. Prisma officials said that these testings are free and will start at 8 a.m. until 12 noon. Below are the dates and times. July 7 (Tuesday) – Seneca Middle School, 810 W. South Fourth St.,Read More
Blood donation is essential to saving lives, it’s a precious gift that anyone can give to another person, “The gift of life”. The demand for blood never stops and local blood donations are important during this critical time of the summer where there is a lower donor turnout. Rock NRead More
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), S.C. Hospital Association (SCHA), S.C. Medical Association (SCMA) and S.C. Office of Rural Health (SCORH) reminded and emphasized to the public the importance of face masks and physical social distancing in preventing the spread of COVID-19. The organizations issued theRead More
The outbreak of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and can cause strong emotions, hence mental health and well being should not be taken for granted. The National Alliance on Mental Illness is hosting a free virtual walkRead More