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October 2025

Palmetto Care Connections Attends SCPHA Annual Conference

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By: Chaunte’ Causey, Communications Manager, PCC

Palmetto Care Connections attended the South Carolina Primary Healthcare Association Annual Conference, held October 17–19, 2025, in Myrtle Beach, SC. The event brought together more than 250 Public Health professionals and their allies from across the state to collaborate, network, and advance their knowledge in healthcare innovation and technology. 

Representing PCC, Chief Technology Officer Matt Hiatt shared how our Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Broadband Filing Services help Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) strengthen connectivity and improve patient care. Attendees were able to learn more about PCC’s partnerships with FQHCs and how these collaborations enhance healthcare delivery through telehealth, reliable broadband access, and technology support.

Participation in events like this helps PCC stay connected to emerging trends and ensure that our services continue to meet the evolving needs of South Carolina’s healthcare community.

National Health Education Week – October 19-25, 2025

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By Chaunte’ Causey, Communications Manager, PCC

October 19–25, 2025, marks National Health Education Week, a national observance that highlights the importance of learning how to take charge of our own health. 

Health education is more than just sharing information—it’s about helping people understand their options, asking the right questions, and feeling confident using the tools and resources available to them. Whether it’s managing a chronic condition, learning how to use telehealth, or connecting with local healthcare providers, knowledge plays a key role in improving health outcomes. 

At Palmetto Care Connections (PCC), health education is woven into our work in telehealth, technology, broadband, and education. By helping individuals and healthcare providers access reliable information and digital tools, PCC supports stronger, healthier communities across South Carolina. 

National Health Education Week is a reminder that informed communities are healthier communities—and that access to clear, accurate information is one of the most powerful tools for better care. 

Palmetto Care Connections Supports Veterans at Franklin UMC Outreach Center Launch

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By: Chaunte’ Causey, Communications Manager, PCC

On October 3, 2025, Palmetto Care Connections (PCC) joined community members at Franklin United Methodist Church in Denmark, SC, to celebrate the grand opening of the church’s new Community Outreach Center. 

PCC team members Caroline Warren and Liz Saitz attended the event, where they demonstrated telehealth equipment and shared information to help attendees learn more about how telehealth can support access to care. 

The grand opening drew about 40 attendees, many of them veterans and community members. The celebration brought together several veteran-focused organizations, including the Veterans Resource Center at Voorhees University, the Department of Homeless Veterans, Disabled American Veterans, Soldiers’ Angels, the National Order of the Trench Rats, and leaders such as Col. Kimberly Greene, Director of the Veterans Resource Center, and Norman Bryant, Disabled American Veterans and VA Voluntary Services Coordinator. 

As part of this partnership, PCC and Clemson Rural Health will begin offering clinical hours at Franklin UMC on Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. starting in November. During these hours, community members can see a healthcare provider via telehealth, with a designated telepresenter on site to assist with scheduling and conducting visits. Walk-in appointments will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, and patients may also schedule a visit in advance by contacting Caroline Warren, Telehealth Coordinator, at 803-956-6070. Patients’ insurance will be billed at the time of service. If a patient does not have insurance, self-pay options are available. 

PCC is thankful for the opportunity to collaborate with these organizations and continue supporting veterans and the communities we serve. 

If your organization is interested in learning more about how telehealth can expand access to care, Palmetto Care Connections is here to help.  Call our office to learn more about how we can support your telehealth initiatives – 803-245-2672. 

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Protecting Yourself in a Connected World

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By: Chaunte’ Causey, Communications Manager, PCC

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month — a reminder that staying safe online is everyone’s job. At Palmetto Care Connections (PCC), we believe technology should empower, not expose you. 

 

Why It Matters

One wrong click or one weak password can open the door to serious trouble: identity theft, data loss, or financial harm. For healthcare providers, especially, staying secure protects patient privacy—and your credibility.

  • 259 million Americans had health data breached in 2024 — nearly three out of four people.
  • The average health care breach costs $7.42 million, the highest of any industry.

 

Steps You Can Take Today

  • Think before you click — Don’t open links or attachments from unknown senders.
  • Use strong, unique passwords + Multi-factor Authentication.
  • Keep your devices up to date — install updates when your phone or computer asks.
  • Back up your data — store copies offline or securely in the cloud.

 

For detailed, practical tips on spotting and avoiding scams, check out PCC’s Digital Scam Protection Safety Guide.

Prefer hands-on learning? Take PCC’s Internet Safety Basics module on our e-learning platform.

Let’s Do This Together

This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, start the conversation. Share these resources with coworkers, friends, and loved ones. A safer online world happens when everyone does their part.

October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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By: Chaunte’ Causey, Communications Manager, PCC

Every October, communities across the nation come together to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time dedicated to raising awareness, honoring survivors, and remembering those we’ve lost to this disease. At Palmetto Care Connections (PCC), we understand that healthcare access goes beyond routine check-ups—it’s about making sure individuals in every community, especially rural South Carolina, have the resources they need for early detection, treatment, and support. 

Why This Month Matters 

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. While treatment and survival rates have improved over the years, early detection remains the single most important factor in saving lives. Screenings like mammograms can catch cancer in its earliest stages, often before symptoms appear. For those living in rural areas, limited access to healthcare facilities can make timely screenings more difficult—which is why raising awareness and connecting people to resources is critical. 

The Power of Prevention and Early Detection 

  • Screenings save lives: Regular mammograms can reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer by detecting it early. 
  • Know the signs: Lumps, changes in breast shape, skin dimpling, or nipple discharge should never be ignored. 
  • Family history matters: Understanding your family’s medical history helps determine your personal risk. 

Supporting Rural Communities 

For many South Carolinians, challenges like distance, lack of transportation, or limited access to specialists can delay care. PCC works to close these gaps through telehealth, broadband expansion, and digital literacy training—tools that connect patients in rural communities with healthcare providers when it matters most. Ensuring women have both the knowledge and the ability to access screenings is a step toward saving more lives. 

A Call to Action 

This October, take a proactive step for yourself and your loved ones: 

  • Schedule your mammogram or encourage a friend to do the same. 
  • Share information about available resources in your community. 
  • Support organizations that help provide care and education to underserved areas. 

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about more than wearing pink—it’s about spreading knowledge, fostering prevention, and making sure every individual has the opportunity for early detection and quality care. 

At Palmetto Care Connections, we remain committed to improving access to healthcare for rural and underserved communities across South Carolina. Together, we can raise awareness, support one another, and work toward a future where breast cancer takes fewer lives.