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Rapid COVID Testing Now Available
Book Your Appointment Today Beginning Monday, February 14, our partner, Truesdale Medical Center, will be offering Rapid COVID Testing by appointment only. Need a test for an upcoming event or family gathering? Think you might have been exposed recently? Maybe you have a cough that makes you a bit nervous or you just like to… Continue reading Rapid COVID Testing Now Available
Black History Month Part 3
Celebrating those who have changed history through their HIV/AIDS Activism As part of our Black History Month series, today we’re highlighting basketball legend and entrepreneur Magic Johnson. Since first announcing his HIV diagnosis in 1991, Johnson has dedicated his life to fighting the epidemic and breaking down the stigma associated with a positive diagnosis. Among… Continue reading Black History Month Part 3
Black History Month Part 2
Celebrating those who have changed history through their HIV/AIDS Activism Read Part 1 Here As part of our Black History Month series, today we’re highlighting Reggie Williams – an American AIDS activist who spread awareness to communities of color. Williams was a leading force in the development of the National Association of Black and White… Continue reading Black History Month Part 2
Black History Month
Celebrating those who have changed history through their HIV/AIDS Activism Throughout the month of February, we’ll be celebrating Black History Month by highlighting Black people who have changed the course of history through their HIV/AIDs activism. Today, we’re celebrating the life and legacy of Marsha P. Johnson –– an activist, self-identified drag queen, performer, and… Continue reading Black History Month
Gay Bingo is Back with Expanded Capacity, More Entertainment
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, Palmetto Community Care’s most beloved fundraiser is back and bigger than ever NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – Gay Bingo – a marquee fundraising event for Palmetto Community Care – will return on April 8, 2022 at the Charleston Convention Center in North Charleston. The capacity for this year’s event… Continue reading Gay Bingo is Back with Expanded Capacity, More Entertainment
Building Demo Complete
Blank Slate Ready for Renovation Two months ago today, we announced the purchase of the old T&T Sportsman’s Building located at 5064 Rivers avenue. Since that day, work has continued as we prepare the building for an exceptional transformation. “The future is brighter than ever when I think about all the possibilities this new location… Continue reading Building Demo Complete
Palmetto Community Care Purchases Old T&T Building
[North Charleston, SC]: Palmetto Community Care today announced the official purchase of the old T&T Sportsman Building on Rivers Avenue. This milestone is a major move for PCC on its mission as the Lowcountry’s sole AIDS Service Organization ensuring no one living with HIV or AIDS goes without medical care, everyday resources, and emotional support.… Continue reading Palmetto Community Care Purchases Old T&T Building
Charleston Mayor Signs Declaration to End HIV Epidemic
Palmetto Community Care was one of several local partners that joined Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg for the signing of the Paris Declaration on Fast-Track Cities to end the HIV epidemic and achieve the 90-90-90 HIV treatment targets by 2030 in Charleston and its surrounding areas. Tecklenburg was joined by representatives from the International Association of… Continue reading Charleston Mayor Signs Declaration to End HIV Epidemic
STI Rates at All-Time High
The Centers for Disease Control recently changed its recommendation that people get tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) once every three months versus its previous recommendation of testing once every six months. Right now, STI rates in the United States are at an all-time high, so it’s more important than ever to get tested! Did you… Continue reading STI Rates at All-Time High