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Thursday, March 21, 2013  Georgia lawmakers have approved legislation cracking down on so-called pill mills that have become popular after other Southern states drove the pain clinics out.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  The Food and Drug Administration is warning doctors that a compounding pharmacy is recalling syringes of the Roche drug Avastin after receiving reports of eye infections among patients.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is taking part in the opening of a new health clinic in Columbia.

Friday, February 15, 2013  More than 400 music students are attending the University of South Carolina's 36th annual band clinic.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  The Free Medical Clinic of Columbia provides free healthcare to thousands of South Carolinians who are uninsured.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond has released his annual "Scrooges and Angels" list of what charities in the state give the most toward their goals.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012  With Hurricane Sandy gone from the Northeast, the American Red Cross is asking for blood to help those in need.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012  A company that provides medical testing services is bringing more than 350 jobs to a new facility in York County.

Friday, October 05, 2012  Health officials say one clinic in South Carolina received a batch of drugs used for steroid shots that have been linked to a rare form of meningitis.

Thursday, September 06, 2012  An 18-year-old man from Greenville County has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for shooting his mother to death on Mother's Day last year

Thursday, August 02, 2012  A judge has set a $525,000 bond for a man who authorities say poured bleach into the water tanks of a kidney dialysis machine in West Columbia as revenge against his employer.

Wednesday, August 01, 2012  A suspended employee of a West Columbia medical clinic was arrested Wednesday after employees at the clinic found that the water supply for dialysis machines operated at the facility had been contaminated with chlorine bleach last month.

Thursday, May 24, 2012  A unique intervention program in Columbia is looking to stomp out bullying by attacking it head-on before the problem gets out of control.  A Midlands school resource officer is using martial arts to teach discipline and teamwork.

Tuesday, May 08, 2012  A fraternity that has represented South Carolina State University for more than 30 years has been recognized for its service and achievements.

Friday, May 04, 2012  The South Carolina Free Clinic Association is receiving money that it hopes to put toward a support system for its member clinics around the state. The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation on Friday is presenting the association with a $5.25 million grant.