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Columbia nursing home has most COVID-19 cases in state
The 78 confirmed cases at Midlands Health and Rehabilitation Center are also in the zip code, 29223, with the most confirmed cases in S.C., according to DHEC. Richland County's 864 confirmed cases are the most in the state.
DHEC distributes 15 rapid-response COVID-19 testing devices
The rapid-response testing devices can provide results within 20 minutes. DHEC distributed the machines to facilities in areas with high numbers of COVID-19 cases, as well as regions with above-average rates of underlying conditions.
Survey finds pandemic-related behavioral changes may last
Respondents to a survey conducted by marketing agency Chernoff Newman indicated they are likely to cook and stream movies at home once the COVID-19 crisis subsides. The survey found that 73% are worried about exposure to the coronavirus.
DHEC releases data on S.C. nursing home cases of COVID-19
A Berkeley County rehabilitation center has 57 confirmed cases among residents and staff, and a Columbia facility has 29, according to the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control. DHEC has been gathering data since April 3.
Plasma to be collected for use in COVID-19 treatment
KershawHealth and The Blood Connection are collecting plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients for use in developing and FDA-approved treatment for the coronavirus. Donations will take place Thursday, and more may be scheduled.
Richland County companies helping battle COVID-19
Sleep Number's Irmo plant is among local companies finding ways to support efforts to contain the pandemic. The plant is repairing degraded elastic on N95 surgical masks, which are being distributed to S.C. hospitals.
Nephron receives approval to add production line
The West Columbia-headquartered sterile respiratory medication manufacturer is facing record demand during the pandemic. CEO Lou Kennedy today received FDA approval to add 1 production line, used in the manufacturing of albuterol.
Survey: Stress distracting nearly 40% of workers
A survey of 1,200 adults by Columbia-headquartered Colonial Life found nearly 40% reported "highâ€_x009d_ or "moderateâ€_x009d_ daily stress levels, with 26% admitting such stress makes them less productive at the office.
The bands play on: Musicians take art online
Musicians are finding new ways to connect with audiences as the COVID-19 crisis has closed the restaurants and nightclubs where they plied their trades.
DHEC conducting food safety checks online
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is using video conferencing to conduct virtual safety checks during the COVID-19 pandemic. Checks can be scheduled by contacting a regional DHEC office.
New website connects organizations with equipment providers
The South Carolina Emergency Supply Collaborative portal, located at www.SCCOVID19.org, will directly connect organizations in need of supplies such as face shields, masks and ventilators with manufacturers.
COPING WITH COVID: McNulty’s Taproom
SC Biz News is speaking with small businesses owners and community leaders about the impact of the new coronavirus on business and industry, and how this is changing how we live day to day and in the long term.
