Santa visits newborns at Prisma Health
Newborn babies at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital got a special visit from Santa.
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Local psychiatrist shares advice on handling the holiday blues
According to a 2023 survey, nearly 90% of adults feel stressed during the holidays, and over 60% of people already experiencing mental health issues find that their conditions worsen this time of year.
Summerville man becomes 1st SC patient to receive “Hemgenix,” a $3.5 million gene therapy treatment for Hemophilia B
A Summerville man became the first person in South Carolina to undergo potentially life-changing gene therapy. The treatment took place Thursday morning at Prisma Health’s Hemophilia Treatment Center in Columbia.
“Fitness Court” opens at Greenview Park, three more outdoor gyms on the way
Leaders with the City of Columbia and Prisma Health are announcing four new “Fitness Courts” that will be placed at local parks — a nationwide initiative launched by a group known as the National Fitness Campaign.
Doctors with Prisma Health say it’s time for your flu shot
“If you’re over the age of 65 and the high dose is available, that would be the recommended dose for you. If it’s not available, then still take the standard flu dose, because it’s still more important to receive your flu vaccine than to hold out for the high dose, hoping it becomes available,” she says.
Prisma Health hosted 34th annual “Hearts and Hands Forever” walk
Prisma Health hosted the 34th annual “Hearts and Hands Forever” walk at Riverfront Park over the weekend.
“Just walk out” — Prisma Health and Amazon open staffless store inside children’s hospital
Imagine being able to walk into a store, grab the items you want, and walk out — without ever interacting with a cashier. Well now doctors, nurses, and guests at Prisma Health’s Richland campus can do just that.
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month.
Prisma Health, UnitedHealthcare reach new multi-year agreement
Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare have finally reached a new agreement after months of negotiations.
Local doctors with Prisma Health offer back-to-school tips for students
Doctors with Prisma Health are offering tips for families as children and teens gear up to start a new grade.
