The Columbia Section of the National Council of Negro Women, under the dynamic leadership of Loranda Melton, continues to focus on the goal of NCNW which is to lead, advocate for and empower women of African descent to reach their fullest potential.
Vaccine access to fight COVID-19 is at the top of the list when it comes to disparities our Black communities are facing. A recent town hall event put on by the Black Coalition Against COVID (BCAC) called on 18 health professionals and community organization representatives to come together …
Born and raised in Rwanda, Emma Rwirangira has a knack for languages. She speaks four of them: Kinyarwanda, French, Swahili, and English. However, she spoke no English at all when she and her husband moved to the United States in 2011. “It wasn’t an easy road,” says Emma. “I had to learn to …
On Saturday, May 22, the parking lot of W.A. Perry Middle School will turn into a COVID-19 vaccination “party” with live music by DJs, goody bags for guests and door prizes for some lucky winners.
SC State and Claflin University will be partnering with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to provide the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at the Smith Hammond Middleton Memorial Center (SHM) on SC State's campus on April 20, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The South Carolina Autism Society is hosting the 15th annual Strides for Autism Finale on Saturday, April 24, 2021.
The Reedy Fork Baptist Church seeks to collaborate with community churches, our Healthcare Systems, the Center for Disease Control, and other entities to reach the vulnerable, the underserved and those disproportionately affected by the virus in the south Greenville communities.
The Seventh Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church will participate in the National Covid-19 Day of Remembrance on March 21 and will partner with Walgreens to administer Covid-19 vaccinations for eligible groups.
Growing up, Clara Benson’s grandmother always advocated for the idea of service and helping others.
National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) of South Carolina has recently increased efforts on growing their network of families to become licensed foster parents and share their hearts and homes with a teenager in need of care and support.
Prisma Health is encouraging all parents and children to build healthy dental habits during National Children’s Dental Health Month. Attitudes and habits established at an early age are critical in maintaining good oral health, according to James Curtis, DMD, chair of Prisma Health Dentistry.
Now through May 15, South Carolina residents may select Ambetter from Absolute Total Care for healthcare coverage in 30 counties through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a special enrollment period (SEP) for individual…
Prisma Health’s COVID-19 drive-thru testing site at Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia will shift from every weekday to a Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule beginning Monday, March 1. The site, which requires a provider order, will be open on those three days from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Prisma Health will not be able to hold any walk-in vaccinations the rest of this week.
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET), in collaboration with Able South Carolina, announced two new mobility programs for citizens of the Midlands who are underserved by the present transit system. The funding for the mobility programs is made possible through a Federal…
To continue its rapid delivery of COVID-19 vaccine across its communities and in response to the challenges seen in the 70+ population with making online appointments, Prisma Health is offering appointment assistance at its COVID-19 vaccination centers for those who meet current vaccine fede…
Our nation has reached a grim milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic: over 400,000 Americans have died from complications of the coronavirus. Black Americans are 3.7 times as likely as white Americans to be hospitalized with COVID-19 and 2.8 times as likely to die.COVID-
On Martin Luther King, Jr.’s holiday, I remember that Rev. King was not only a thinker but a man of action.
The Columbia (SC) Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. is hosting a Zoom webinar on “Uncovering Facts About Diabetes in the African American Community” on Monday, January 25, 2021 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. The webinar presenter is LaCresha Mitchum, RN, MSN-Ed, CDCES. Please r…
Reid Chapel AME Church, located at 704 Gabriel Street, Columbia, S.C. 29203 will have Free COVID-19 Testing in the parking next to the Ruth C. Simon Family Life Center every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM.
Prisma Health will restrict patient visitation effective Saturday, Jan. 9, in the wake of a growing surge of COVID-19 infections across South Carolina.
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET), in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), will provide free COVID-19 tests for passengers of the bus system beginning today.
Mayor Steve Benjamin and Columbia City Council unanimously approved an emergency ordinance that extends the temporary suspension of the normal operating procedures of City Council and City Boards and Commissions meetings.
Digital government solutions firm NIC Inc. and the State of South Carolina are expanding TourHealth COVID-19 testing in Columbia.
Many people are avoiding in-person doctor’s visits to limit potential exposure to coronavirus -- or are simply ignoring health concerns altogether. However, when it comes to medical emergencies such as stroke, immediate medical attention is critical.
As families make plans for the holiday season during the pandemic, they need to be aware of two dangers. One is the risk of infection. The other is the risk of isolation.
Re-Discover ME’s is excited to announce the new release of the “Mental Safety Plan” journal for women. Re-Discover ME’s Mental Safety Plan/Journal is a personalized practical plan that provides solace and restoration for women overwhelmed by stress and mental exhaustion. This book is a great…
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Prisma Health wants the community to be aware of the signs and symptoms of this condition because early diagnosis is key to successful treatment. In South Carolina alone, approximately 1,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. Nearly 800 of those…
With the 2020-2021 flu season underway, Richland Library is once again partnering with Walgreens to host free flu shot clinics at several of our locations.
The American Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to band together to give blood or platelets and help ensure a stable blood supply for patients this holiday season.
South Carolina State University is partnering with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) to offer free drive-thru COVID-19 testing to the university and Orangeburg community. Testing will be available every Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. …
On Saturday, November 1, 2020, Mrs. Chris Patterson of Columbia was honored by family and friends for 51 years of service as a Midlands nurse.
Shirley Johnson McRae has been named the Columbia Hospital School of Nursing Alumnae Association’s Alumnae of the Year.
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Richland Library is partnering with Richland County Councilwoman Allison Terracio to distribute 2,000 face masks within her district.
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital has been awarded national Magnet recognition for its nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care.
Parents, students and staff can now get up-to-date information about COVID-19 cases in the district through Richland One’s new online tracking dashboard.
The University of South Carolina will expand rapid saliva-based COVID-19 testing to other colleges and universities across the state thanks to a new $16.7 million grant from the State of South Carolina.
Prisma Health and Richland County have collaborated to create a successful Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) team response that has effectively helped halt the spread of COVID-19 among the Midlands region’s homeless population.
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs have launched an emergency respite care fund for the family caregivers of wounded, ill, and injured veterans. The program, Respite Relief for Military and Veteran Caregivers, will provide non-medical, no-cost, professional…
Award winning broadcast professional Tre’ Tailor has launched Coping with COVID; a timely one-hour show that provides updates on the pandemic and information to help you thrive and survive COVID 19! The wildly popular show has gained a loyal and tremendous following; rising from 25k people t…
First Nazareth Baptist Church and the American Red Cross will host a blood drive on Monday, October 12.
Prisma Health has launched an aggressive systemwide flu-vaccination campaign with reduced-cost flu vaccinations being offered throughout its physician offices, hospitals, mobile clinics, community outreach, business-health sites or additional flu-vaccine events in 11 counties across the Midl…
Prisma Health and Richland County have collaborated to create a successful Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) team response that has effectively helped halt the spread of COVID-19 among the Midlands region’s homeless population.
National Coalition of 100 Black Women presents The State of Ovarian Cancer in African American Women
Just imagine hearing these words, “I am sorry to inform you that the results of your tests show that you have ovarian cancer.” This happens to far too many African American women in the United States.
Harvest Hope and The Blood Connection are partnering for a mobile blood and food drive at Harvest Hope’s Midlands branch at 2220 Shop Road on Friday, September 25. The event will run from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In October, Prisma Health will be protecting families in the Midlands by providing free flu shots. From October 3 - 31, families in Richland, Lexington, Sumter and Kershaw counties can receive free flu shots at locations throughout the four counties. Richland One’s Lower Richland High School…
Mayor Steve Benjamin and Columbia City Council unanimously approved an emergency ordinance that extends the temporary suspension of the normal operating procedures of City Council and City Boards and Commissions meetings.
Men’s Health Network (MHN) continues its push to raise prostate health awareness for men of all ages during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month this September.
Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, PA is pleased to announce that Drs. Simonne Francis and Jenna Walters joined the practice as of September 2020.
Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed September as Kinship Care Month. During this month SC DSS would like to take the time to recognize advocates who work tirelessly to provide assistance and services to kinship caregiving families.
September is Suicide Prevention Month and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) wants to remind veterans and their loved ones through the Be There campaign that small actions can make a big difference to veterans experiencing difficult times.
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