Each year on April 7, World Health Day serves as a reminder of the importance of health and wellness for people around the world. For Palmetto Care Connections (PCC), it’s a moment to highlight the challenges rural South Carolinians face in accessing health care—and to share how we’re working to improve those outcomes every day.
This year’s theme, “My Health, My Right,” reinforces the idea that everyone should be able to find and receive the care they need to live a healthy life. In rural communities, however, that can be difficult. From long drives to the nearest provider to a lack of internet service for telehealth appointments, people living in small towns and farming communities often have fewer options when it comes to getting care.
PCC is focused on making those options more available. Whether it’s helping patients get connected through telehealth, teaching people how to use new technology, or supporting clinics with training and resources, we work alongside partners to improve care across South Carolina’s rural areas.
Why World Health Day Matters to Rural South Carolina
- Many rural residents face challenges like fewer doctors, longer travel times, and limited internet access.
- Telehealth can connect patients with providers they might not otherwise be able to see—especially for mental health, follow-up visits, and managing chronic conditions.
- Our Digital Health Learning Program gives people the confidence to use devices and apps to stay on top of their health.
PCC believes that healthier families build stronger communities. This World Health Day, we’re proud to continue our work helping rural South Carolinians live longer, healthier lives—through smart solutions, strong partnerships, and local support.
