Help keep yourself and others healthy. Get vaccinated and boosted, wear a mask when needed, and follow the latest guidance.
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Vaccines
COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and free. Get answers to frequently asked questions, bust myths about vaccines and find reliable vaccine resources.
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Testing
COVID-19 testing is fast, convenient, and no cost to you.
SOME test kits have extended expiration dates:
Protect Yourself & Others
Take precautions to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 based on the current COVID-19 Data.
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Managing COVID-19 As An Endemic Virus
Let's take a layered approach to decrease community spread and reduce the strain on our healthcare systems.
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When to Mask Up and Why It’s Important
DHEC has adopted CDC’s guidance on masking, which is based on the COVID-19 Data and Dashboards.
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Types of Testing and Who Should Be Tested
Know your COVID-19 status, so you can isolate if needed and keep your close contacts informed so those individuals can get tested and make the best decisions for their families.
Home & Community
DHEC’s top priority remains saving lives.
Healthcare Professionals
DHEC continues to provide resources to healthcare professionals.
Vaccine Provider Guidance
Vaccine providers are fundamental to statewide COVID-19 vaccination plans. DHEC provides current resources for South Carolina's vaccine providers.
Digital Press Kit
This kit contains videos, photos, b-roll, news releases, and other information for use by members of the media.
Education & Outreach Materials
These fact sheets, videos, social media graphics, and posters contain educational messages about COVID-19 and are intended for printing and sharing.