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Introducing @UofSCHealth, our new handle and name! Follow for the University of South Carolina's best stories and news in health science and STEM units! #HealthScience #STEM #Research #UofSC

On the 35th anniversary of the #AmericanswithDisabilitiesAct, we celebrate progress and focus on the work still ahead. @UofSCNursing is expanding pathways into the profession for people with disabilities. 🩺 sc.edu/uofsc/posts/20… #USCImpact
🗞️In the News: Susan Richardson, chemistry professor at @UofSC_CAS, spoke to @Newsweek about potential risks in drinking water. She recommends water filters if contaminant levels exceed the acceptable limit. Read more: newsweek.com/whats-contamin… #USCIntheNews

🎉Congratulations to Dr. Jiajia Zhang, professor of biostatistics at the @USCArnoldSchool, on being named a Fellow of the American Statistical Association. This honor is awarded to fewer than 0.33% of members annually! sc.edu/study/colleges… #USCHealthSciences #USCImpact
👏Congrats to @UofSCNursing’s Demetrius Abshire, Carolyn Harmon, Sheryl Mitchell and Malissa Mulkey on their upcoming induction into the @AAN_Nursing 2025 Class of Fellows! sc.edu/study/colleges… #USCHealthSciences
🔬USC Health Sciences researchers are tackling today’s toughest challenges head-on. From environmental and social issues to public health, @USCArnoldSchool, @UofSCCOSW, and @UofSC_CEC are making an impact in South Carolina and beyond. Learn more: sc.edu/uofsc/posts/20…
🗞️In the News: Melissa Nolan, associate professor at @USCArnoldSchool, is featured in @thestate discussing the early symptoms of measles and key signs to watch for. Read more: thestate.com/e-edition/live… #USCHealthSciences #USCIntheNews
🗞️In the News: A new federal bill brings Medicaid changes, but what does it mean for South Carolina? @USCArnoldSchool assistant professor David Anderson breaks down how work requirements and eligibility rules could impact the state. wltx.com/article/news/p… Learn more via @WLTX
🧬In honor of #FragileXAwarenessMonth, we're spotlighting Jessica Klusek, whose research at the @USCArnoldSchool explores how aging impacts women with the fragile X premutation. Learn more: sc.edu/uofsc/posts/20… #FXS #WomensHealth #USCResearch
July is #DisabilityAwarenessMonth! @UofSCSOMC’s Center for Disability Resources supports individuals with disabilities across South Carolina through services, training, and advocacy. ❤️ Learn more: sc.edu/study/colleges… #DisabilityAwareness #USCHealthSciences
🗞️In the News: Professor Alyson McGregor is uncovering how ignoring sex & gender differences in medicine puts lives at risk, and why inclusive, evidence-based care is critical for everyone. scientia.global/dr-alyson-j-mc… @USCSOMG #HealthEquity #USCResearch
🧬July is #FragileXAwarenessMonth, did you know... Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability. It affects both males and females, but symptoms tend to be more severe in males. Learn more from the CDC: cdc.gov/fragile-x-synd…
Heat Safety Tip 6/6: Rest and recover💤 Expert advice from @SusanWYeargin, associate professor at @USCArnoldSchool. Via @ConversationUS #SleepMatters #USCHealthSciences #StayCool

Heat Safety Tip 5/6: Mind the gear🪖 Expert advice from @SusanWYeargin, associate professor at @USCArnoldSchool. Via @ConversationUS #AthleteHealth #WorkplaceSafety #USCHealthSciences

Don’t miss the latest USC PRC Podcast episode! Host Andrew Kaczynski dives deep into public health challenges with national experts. Ready to learn and be inspired?💡 prevention.sph.sc.edu/podcasts/ #PublicHealth #USCPreventionResearchCenter @USCArnoldSchool
Heat Safety Tip 4/6: Dress for the heat👕 Expert advice from @SusanWYeargin, associate professor at @USCArnoldSchool. Via @ConversationUS #HeatIllnessPrevention #USCHealthSciences

Heat Safety Tip 3/6: Listen to your body👂 Expert advice from @SusanWYeargin, associate professor at @USCArnoldSchool. Via @ConversationUS #HeatSafety #USCHealthSciences #KnowTheSigns

🌞Thanks to med student Yash Verma and national partners, two free sunscreen dispensers are now on @USCSOMG campus to promote sun safety and prevent skin cancer. facebook.com/watch/?v=92151… #SkinSmartCampus #USCHealthSciences #UVSafetyMonth
Heat Safety Tip 2/6: Drink water💧 Expert advice from @SusanWYeargin, associate professor at @USCArnoldSchool. Via @ConversationUS #HeatSafety #USCHealthSciences #HydrationMatters

Heat Safety Tip 1/6: Time your activity ⏰ Expert advice from @SusanWYeargin, associate professor at @USCArnoldSchool. Via @ConversationUS #HeatSafety #USCHealthSciences #StayCool

Incredible work being done at @USCBrainHealth! Proud to see them recognized 🧠
At the American Academy of Neurology’s annual meeting, we were featured in its film series representing the most exciting work being done in our field globally. We’re honored to be a part of the AAN community and thankful for the visibility the meeting gave USC Brain Health.