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Community

dogs

Humane Society, Petco Love hold free pet vaccine event in North Myrtle Beach

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By WMBF News Staff
The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach aims to vaccinate 300 pets through this effort.

Health

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is aiming to have the program...

DHEC to launch voluntary sickle cell disease registry

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 5:35 PM EDT
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By Mary Green
Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the U.S., but what we know about its impact on South Carolinians is limited.

Crime

Yolanda Shine, 49, is charged with aggravated domestic assault and possession of a weapon...

Siblings accused of assaulting man with clothing iron, knife

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 1:47 PM EDT
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By Marissa Lute
A brother and sister are facing charges after police say they assaulted the woman’s husband earlier this week.

State

The state’s House of Representatives passed a six-week abortion ban Wednesday night, after...

SC House passes six-week abortion ban bill after hours-long debate

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 11:23 PM EDT
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By Mary Green
After a marathon, 23-plus-hour debate, a bill that would drastically slash abortion access in South Carolina has just cleared a major hurdle.

Horry County

Wastewater spill in Socastee ‘temporarily blocked’ before reaching waterway

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 12:58 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
A pipeline failure in the Socastee community led to a wastewater spill Wednesday afternoon, Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority (GSWSA) said.

Health

The bill would also allow new hospitals to be built in the eight South Carolina counties that...

Bill to repeal South Carolina’s hospital approval law headed to governor

Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 8:51 PM EDT
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By Mary Green
Healthcare in South Carolina could become more affordable and accessible with the signature of Gov. Henry McMaster.

State

Data shows one in seven kids in South Carolina is not properly nourished.

Advocates urge lawmakers to enact ban on ‘meal shaming’ in SC schools

Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 11:52 PM EDT
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By Mary Green
Data shows one in seven kids in South Carolina is not properly nourished.

State

Charles Keller pushes his mother around in her wheelchair outside the nursing home where she...

‘Lives are in danger’ as N.C. nursing home inspections lag

Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 5:39 AM EDT
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By Nick Ochsner
WBTV Investigates: N.C. officials says staffing shortage leading to delayed inspections

Top Story

Colt said he plans to hit his goal of 10,000 toys. He plans to hit it by high school graduation...

Colt’s Closet nearing final 10,000 toy goal for Children’s Hospital; 700 more toys needed

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 7:02 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
After starting Colt’s Closet when he was 10 years old, Colt made a goal to reach 10,000 toys by the time he graduated high school on May 25th, 2023. Now 17 years-old and one month out from graduating high school, Colt is 700 toys from meeting that goal.

Grand Strand News

‘He’s really brave’: Grand Strand family hopes new FDA-approved medication helps treat son with Cystic Fibrosis

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 7:45 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Ali Sperling said her son Rowan seems like any other four-year-old: Curious, adventurous and loves Legos; however, he lives with a rare genetic disease that impacts their everyday lives.
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Children

‘There’s a lot of confusion about this’: States decide the number of newborn screenings

Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 6:45 PM EDT
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By Ashley Boles
Conway Medical Center provides a pamphlet to all parents, which breaks the testing down further.

Health

Safely get rid of medications on Spring National Drug Take Back Day

Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 11:27 AM EDT
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By Marcus Flowers
Drug Enforcement Administration Announces Spring Take Back Day happening across South Carolina.

State

S.C. Governor’s Mansion to shine blue for Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 8:54 AM EDT
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By Marcus Flowers
During the month of April, the South Carolina Governor's Mansion will shine blue for Parkinson's Awareness Month.

News

DHEC report shows alarming increase in infant, mother death rates; Tidelands Health paving way for care

Updated: Apr. 13, 2023 at 10:35 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
DHEC’s Bureau of Maternal and Child Health shared its annual report stating that South Carolina’s infant mortality rate rose 12% from 2020 to 2021.

Top Story

A bill to axe the ‘pink tax’ heads to the S.C. senate

Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 9:45 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
A bill that aims to eliminate state sales tax period products passed the South Carolina House last week.

Top Story

‘We need to advocate for our patients’: Grand Strand Medical aims to bring awareness to minority women’s health

Updated: Apr. 8, 2023 at 9:53 AM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
As part of National Black Maternal Week, Grand Strand medical professionals are encouraging pregnant Black women and mothers, to understand the urgent maternal warning signs.

News

DHEC declines final review for two Horry County assisted livings

Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 7:17 AM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
Two Horry County assisted living facilities are on the brink of shutting down.

News

S.C. diners instantly access food inspection grades with QR codes

Updated: Apr. 3, 2023 at 8:54 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Diners in South Carolina can now access restaurant inspection details with a quick scan using their smartphones.

Community

‘My grandkids can’t keep up’: Grand Strand woman loses over 100 lbs. mostly by walking

Updated: Apr. 3, 2023 at 11:24 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
A Grand Strand woman talks about her health journey and how she has lost over 100 lbs.

Health

Georgetown sheriff issues warning for Narcan-resistant, deadly fentanyl ingredient

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 10:52 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
The Georgetown County Sheriff issued a warning about a new, deadly ingredient being mixed with fentanyl.

Community

FULL INTERVIEW | The effects of gun violence on children

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 4:50 PM EDT
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By Erica Edwards
WMBF News’ Erica Edwards sat down with Grand Strand Medical Center Psychiatrist Christina Lynn to talk about how gun violence affects our children.

State

SC lawmakers push ban on transgender healthcare options for minors

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 8:13 AM EDT
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By Mary Green
A new bill would ban minors in South Carolina from receiving gender-affirming care.

State

SC senators renew push to split up DHEC

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 7:46 PM EDT
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By Mary Green
South Carolina senators are renewing a push to split up a major state agency after their efforts fell short last year.

State

Next steps: Where those no longer eligible for Medicaid in SC can turn

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 10:32 PM EDT
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By Emily Johnson
Medicaid coverage will end for millions of Americans in the coming months, potentially leaving those stripped of Medicaid confused on where to turn next.

Top Story

FTC sues former Myrtle Beach doctor for false addiction, cancer treatments

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 5:25 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
A former Myrtle Beach doctor and medical clinic who was once accused of promoting a coronavirus treatment is back on the federal government’s radar.

Top Story

‘Autism doesn’t have a look’: Mom brings awareness to special needs amid police training

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 8:50 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
Horry County Police officers as well as members from different agencies across our state are taking part in a specialized training to help individuals with special needs during an emergency situation.

Grand Strand News

Market Common area under ‘boil water notice’ after water main repair

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 5:16 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
The City of Myrtle Beach issued a “boil water notice” after a water main break Wednesday night.

Health

Georgetown lifts boil water advisory; mayor confirms no contamination

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 12:14 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
The city of Georgetown lifted its boil water advisory at noon on Thursday.

Top Story

Physician assistants push for state bill to expand access to healthcare

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 6:24 PM EST
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By Julia Richardson
Supporters of a proposed state senate bill, SB 553, say it would expand access to healthcare in South Carolina.

Top Story

DHEC documents reveal serious issues at 2 Horry County assisted living facilities

Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 9:13 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
wo local assisted living facilities could be shut down after the results of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s, (DHEC), investigation.

Top Story

Grand Strand medical professionals speak on nationwide Adderall shortage

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 11:20 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
A national Adderall shortage continues to affect patients across the Grand Strand.

State

Allergy season is starting earlier this year across the Carolinas

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 10:12 PM EST
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By Caroline Hicks
Doctors say they started seeing patients experiencing seasonal allergy symptoms about a week ago.

Health

Tips to keep your heart healthy for American Heart Month from Tidelands Health

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 8:35 AM EST
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By Makayla Evans
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., and February is dedicated to keeping your heart healthy.

State

Bill would block local laws on e-cigarettes, vapes from being enforced in SC

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 10:58 PM EST
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By Mary Green
A bill advancing at the State House would ban South Carolina cities and counties from enacting their own local restrictions on e-cigarette and vape sales.

News

You have the right to know hospital prices before you go

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 8:06 PM EST
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By Kari Beal
Imagine an AI device that could read and compare hospital prices in your area for an colonoscopy or MRI. That's the goal of Hospital Price Transparency. We show you how to look up prices and why some hospitals are not compliant.

State

NC House votes to expand Medicaid

Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 8:59 PM EST
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By Dave Jordan
The bill would extend Medicaid coverage to the hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians

State

DHEC offering free HIV/STD testing for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 10:54 AM EST
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By Marcus Flowers
DHEC offering free HIV/AIDS testing in recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Day.

Pee Dee News

Florence-Darlington Techincal College offering day of free dental care for kids

Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 6:07 PM EST
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By Julia Richardson
The Little Smiles event taking place on Feb. 21 will allow children to receive free dental care, including assessments, cleanings and X-rays.

News

Robeson County schools mandate CPR certification for all coaches after NFL cardiac arrest

Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 5:32 AM EST
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By S.E. Jenkins
Public Schools of Robeson County announced a new safety protocol mandating CPR certification for all coaches.

Top Story

Robeson County schools require CPR certification for coaches, athletic trainers in wake of Damar Hamlin’s collapse

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 11:18 PM EST
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By Ian Klein and Allyson Bento
Public Schools of Robeson County is taking action to ensure the safety of its student-athletes.

Health

Myrtle Beach firefighters stress importance of safety during Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month

Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 12:31 PM EST
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By Makayla Evans
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month which sheds light on how fire crews across the country and right here in the Grand Strand are fighting more than just flames.

Breast Cancer

‘Mammography in general saves lives’: McLeod Health introduces new mammography mobile unit

Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 at 6:33 PM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
Getting a yearly mammogram is important for all women, and McLeod Health is helping in that mission with a new mobile unit.

Horry County

‘I encourage anybody to please take precautions’: Horry County sees spike in COVID cases

Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 6:51 PM EST
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By Julia Richardson
Horry County has seen an increase in COVID cases in the past couple of weeks.

News

McLeod Health facilities returning to universal masking with rise of positive COVID cases

Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 6:23 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Rising positive COVID cases and increased transmission risks have led to Grand Strand and Pee Dee medical facilities to bring back universal masking.

Health

Tidelands Health, MUSC expand cancer care partnership

Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 8:36 AM EST
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By Steven Ardary
A partnership between two of the state’s medical providers aims to expand cancer care.

Top Story

‘It’s not a fear that you want to walk into’: New study shows increase of edible cannabis poisoning in children

Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 9:34 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
Grand Strand parents are expressing their concerns amid this study.

State

MUSC sees rise in edible cannabis poisoning in local children

Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 9:47 PM EST
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By Emilie Zuhowski
With the increase of the legalization of marijuana across a number of states and an increase in popularity, the number of children accidentally poisoned by cannabis edibles has soared.

Health

Grand Strand doctor shares how you can make healthy habits stick in the new year

Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 6:45 AM EST
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By Makayla Evans
Instead of diving in headfirst trying to lose 50 pounds, try breaking your goals into manageable pieces, doctors say.

Grand Strand News

‘New body, new you’: Gyms across Grand Strand see influx of new clients

Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 5:58 PM EST
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By Natasha Laguerre
After ringing in 2023, many people in the Grand Strand hit the gym on January 1 to kickstart their New Year’s resolution.

State

State agency wants to increase ‘long past due’ pay rates for SC group homes, foster families

Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 9:06 PM EST
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By Mary Green
Nearly 4,000 children and teenagers are currently in South Carolina’s out-of-home foster care system, with hundreds of them living in group homes.
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