Kindergarten Vaccine Exemption Rate Reaches Record High
The rate of exemptions from routine childhood vaccines among US kindergartners reached a record high of 4.2% during the 2025-26 school year, according to new data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday. This marks an increase from 3.6% in the previous school year and 2.2% during the 2020-21 school […]
Daily Nuts May Lower High Blood Pressure Risk
New research indicates that consuming approximately a handful of nuts daily could be linked to a reduced risk of developing high blood pressure. A systematic review and meta-analysis, published on August 4 in the British Journal of Nutrition, analyzed eight prospective studies and found that each additional 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of nuts consumed per day […]
Myrtle Beach Officials Advise on Preventing and Responding to Heat-Related Illnesses
As temperatures across the Grand Strand remain elevated, public health officials are reiterating crucial guidance on preventing and responding to heat-related illnesses. The advisories come as a reminder of the serious risks posed by excessive heat, which contributed to 294 fatalities nationwide in 2023. Certain populations are particularly susceptible to heat-related health issues. These include […]
Myrtle Beach Residents Urged to Review Extreme Heat Safety Guidance Amid Summer Conditions
Myrtle Beach, like many coastal communities, experiences sustained periods of high temperatures and humidity during the summer months, making awareness of extreme heat safety guidance particularly relevant. Health officials emphasize that extreme heat events, characterized by several days much hotter than average, are a leading cause of weather-related fatalities, a risk exacerbated by ongoing climate […]
Myrtle Beach Officials Issue Comprehensive Extreme Heat Safety Guidance
Myrtle Beach officials have issued comprehensive guidance on extreme heat safety, emphasizing preparation and immediate response as the region navigates increasingly frequent and severe heat events. The advisories come as part of a broader effort to inform the public about the dangers posed by prolonged periods of high temperatures, which are becoming more common and […]
Myrtle Beach Officials Detail Extreme Heat Safety Protocols Amid Summer Temperatures
Extreme heat events, characterized by a series of days significantly hotter than the average for a given time and place, pose a substantial public health threat. These events are recognized as the deadliest of all weather phenomena, and their frequency, severity, and duration are increasing due to ongoing climate shifts. In Myrtle Beach, understanding and […]
Myrtle Beach Residents Advised on Extreme Heat Safety Amid Rising Temperatures
Myrtle Beach and the wider Grand Strand region are increasingly experiencing extreme heat events, defined as prolonged periods of unusually high temperatures. These conditions, which are becoming more frequent, severe, and longer-lasting, pose significant health risks and are recognized as a leading cause of weather-related fatalities. Preventative measures against heat illness begin with adequate hydration. […]
Myrtle Beach Health Guidance Details Risks and Prevention for Summer Heat Illnesses
Myrtle Beach health officials have released comprehensive guidance on recognizing and preventing heat-related illnesses, a critical concern as summer temperatures continue across the region. The recommendations address a spectrum of conditions, from mild heat cramps and rashes to severe heat exhaustion and life-threatening heat stroke, all of which are associated with hot and humid weather […]
Myrtle Beach Residents Urged to Prioritize Heat Safety as Summer Continues
Federal health data indicates that excessive heat was responsible for 294 deaths across the United States in 2023, underscoring the critical health risks associated with high temperatures. In Myrtle Beach, where summer conditions persist, health experts and emergency responders are urging residents and visitors to remain vigilant against the dangers of heat exhaustion and heat […]
Myrtle Beach Residents Urged to Review Extreme Heat Safety Guidance Amid Summer Temperatures
As Myrtle Beach experiences its typical summer climate, new comprehensive guidance on extreme heat safety has been issued, detailing essential preparations and responses for residents and visitors. The information underscores that extreme heat events, characterized by several days of temperatures significantly above average, are a leading cause of weather-related fatalities and are becoming more frequent, […]