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Lexington SC’s Complete Health & Wellness Guide
Local medical news, provider directory, mental health resources, fitness & nutrition guides, CE/CME for healthcare professionals, and caregiver support — all grounded in Lexington County.
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Lexington residents have access to a range of healthcare services across Lexington County, from hospital-based acute care to community health centers offering sliding-scale and Medicaid-accepted services.

The healthcare landscape across the Midlands region is shaped by SC public health priorities, including the 2024 reorganization of SC DHEC into SC Department of Public Health (SCDPH) and SCDES. SC DHEC and partner agencies oversee healthcare facility licensing, immunization programs, and environmental health for Lexington and Lexington County.

HERELexington covers local health news, provider updates, and community wellness resources for Lexington, SC. Our coverage spans mental health services, caregiver support, CE/CME opportunities for healthcare professionals, and seasonal health advisories. If it touches Lexington health, it’s HERE.

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Lexington Health Alert — Current Advisory
Lexington Health Advisory — Seasonal Allergy Season
Allergy season is active in Lexington County. SC DHEC recommends residents with pollen sensitivities monitor daily air quality reports at scdhec.gov. Pollen counts may be elevated across the Midlands region; residents with asthma should keep rescue inhalers accessible and consult their provider if symptoms worsen.
View SC DHEC Air Quality Data →
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Health News

Health & Wellness News

Medical and health news to help you live your best life in Lexington, SC — from Lexington providers, regional health systems, and SC public health agencies.
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National Health News

Health News You Can Use

National coverage on exercise, supplements, nutrition, sleep, mental health, and preventive care — sourced from CDC, NIH, USPSTF, and peer-reviewed research.
Exercise
How Much Weekly Exercise Actually Moves the Needle on Heart Health
Updated CDC + AHA guidance on minutes-per-week thresholds
Supplements
Vitamin D, Magnesium, Omega-3: What the Latest Studies Actually Show
NIH Office of Dietary Supplements fact sheets, peer-reviewed trials
Nutrition
Protein Targets by Age: Why Adults 50+ Need More Than the RDA Suggests
USDA Dietary Guidelines, sarcopenia prevention research
Sleep
Sleep Debt: Why You Can’t Just “Catch Up” on the Weekend
CDC sleep guidance, circadian rhythm research
Mental Health
Daily Habits That Reduce Anxiety Without Medication — The Evidence
NIMH, peer-reviewed CBT and exercise-therapy studies
Preventive Care
Screening Tests You Should Actually Schedule by Age 30, 40, 50, 60 & 70
USPSTF recommendation grades, age-by-age checklist
Health & Wellness Podcasts

Worth A Listen

Three of the most trusted shows in health and longevity — free on every major podcast app.

Provider Directory

Find Local Providers

Doctors, dentists, therapists, gyms, and pharmacies in Lexington County — updated 2026.
Provider Directory
Local provider listings for Lexington are coming soon. Check back for updated directory information.
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Continuing Education & Caregiver Support

CE/CME opportunities, support groups, and wellness resources for Midlands healthcare professionals and family caregivers in Lexington County.
Continuing Education — CE / CME
Midlands Technical College — Lexington/North Lake Center — Health Professions & CE
Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Lexington area professionals and students.
University of South Carolina (Columbia) — Health Professions & CE
Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Lexington area professionals and students.
SC AHEC — Midlands Region
Regional continuing education programs for nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals. Covers Lexington County and surrounding Midlands counties.
scahec.net · (803) 733-3380
SC Medical Association — Physician Wellness
SCMA webinars, online CME modules, and the “Burn Out? Reach Out!” confidential peer support program for South Carolina physicians.
scmanet.org · 1-800-288-8616 (confidential)
Caregiver & Family Support Resources
Lexington County SC DSS — Adult Protective Services
In-home services, respite care coordination, adult day programs, and family caregiver counseling for Lexington County residents.
dss.sc.gov
Alzheimer’s Association — Midlands Chapter
In-person and virtual support groups, caregiver training, and the 24/7 Alzheimer’s helpline for families across Lexington and the Midlands region.
1-800-272-3900 (24/7) · alz.org/southcarolina
NAMI Lexington County
Family-to-Family education, caregiver peer support groups, and mental health advocacy resources. Meetings held in Lexington with virtual options available.
namisc.org · NAMI Helpline: 988 (press 1)
United Way — Midlands
2-1-1 referral line connects Lexington County caregivers and families to social services, food assistance, mental health, and emergency support resources.
Dial 2-1-1 · unitedway.org
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about providers, CE, caregiver support, and health resources in Lexington County.
Start with local community health centers that offer sliding-scale fees and accept Medicaid. The SC DHEC “Find a Provider” tool at scdhec.gov is also a useful resource for Lexington County. For dental care, community health centers and sliding-scale dental clinics accept Medicaid and new patients.
Community health centers in Lexington County offer sliding-scale dental services and accept Medicaid. Many also offer reduced-cost preventive care to community patients. Use the SC DHEC provider search at scdhec.gov or call 2-1-1 to find Medicaid-accepting dental providers near you.
The Alzheimer’s Association Midlands Chapter hosts in-person and virtual support groups (1-800-272-3900). NAMI Lexington County holds regular family support meetings and offers a warmline for immediate support. United Way’s 2-1-1 line connects caregivers to respite care, day programs, and emergency assistance across Lexington County.
SC DHEC publishes weekly respiratory illness surveillance data at scdhec.gov. Local pharmacies including CVS MinuteClinic and Walgreens offer flu and COVID vaccines without an appointment. For school-age illness alerts, check the Lexington County school district website or sign up for SC DHEC Midlands alerts.
Traditional Medicare (Parts A & B) does not cover routine dental care. However, many Medicare Advantage plans available in Lexington County include dental benefits. Contact SC SHIP (the State Health Insurance Assistance Program) at 1-800-868-9168 for a free, unbiased review of your Medicare Advantage options. Community health centers also offer sliding-scale dental regardless of Medicare status.
SC AHEC Midlands provides regional CE programs for nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals. Midlands Technical College — Lexington/North Lake Center supports health professions education and CE seminars. Contact the SC Medical Association (scmanet.org) for statewide CME webinars and physician wellness resources.
The SC Medical Association offers a confidential “Burn Out? Reach Out!” peer support line at 1-800-288-8616 for physicians. NAMI Lexington County provides mental health support for all healthcare and industrial workers. For shift workers across the area, United Way’s 2-1-1 line can connect you with local counseling and wellness resources.
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