McMaster appoints acting director of SC Department of Public Health
Friday, May 15, 2026, Governor Henry McMaster appointed Dr. Brannon Traxler as the acting director of the state Department of Public Health.
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9 people in Saluda County exposed to rabid calf
Officials with the SC Department of Public Health say 9 people in Saluda County were exposed to a rabid calf.
DPH confirms measles case in the Midlands, state total climbs to 1,001
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an adult Saluda County resident.
Rabid bat confirmed in Lexington County; 1 person and 1 pet exposed
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) has confirmed that a bat found in West Columbia has tested positive for rabies.
No new measles cases since March
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) report no new measles cases in the state since March 17.
Rabid raccoon confirmed in Saluda County
South Carolina Department of Public Health confirms that a raccoon found near West Creek and Beulah roads in Leesville tested positive for rabies.
SCDPH reports 1 new measles case in the Upstate
South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reporting one new case of measles in the state since Tuesday.
Senate panel votes on vaccine bills
As the measles outbreak continues with nearly one thousand cases a panel of Senators voted on two separate bills on children’s immunization requirements.
6 new measles cases in Upstate bring outbreak total to 985
Health officials have released more information about new cases of measles being reported in the Upstate.
Skunk found in Saluda County tests positive for rabies
A skunk found in Saluda County has tested positive for rabies, says the SC Dept. of Public Health.
