September 7, 2021

Fetter Health Care Network to host mobile COVID-19 testing and vaccine clinics throughout Lowcountry

Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter), a Federally Qualified Health Center, will be operating community COVID-19 test and vaccination clinics throughout the month of September. The mobile team will rotate throughout various locations in Charleston and Dorchester counties.  Mobile sites will be accessible for those who may walk or drive-up.

Mobile Testing and Vaccination Calendar

Date	Site Type	Location
Tues, Sept. 7 1 – 5 p.m.	Testing	Mt Moriah Missionary Baptist 7396 Rivers Ave., N. Charleston, SC
RESCHEDULED FOR: Thurs, Sep. 16 1 – 4 p.m.	Testing	Gahagan Park 184 W. Boundary St., Summerville, SC
Thurs, Sept. 9 3 – 6 p.m.	Vaccine: Pfizer – Dose 2	Morningside Middle School 999 Singley Ln. Charleston, SC
Fri, Sept. 10 2 – 6 p.m.	Vaccine: Pfizer – Dose 2	Elijah Wright Family Health Center, 1681 Old Highway 6, Cross, SC
Fri, Sept. 10 2 – 6 p.m.	Vaccine: Moderna – Dose 1 Johnson & Johnson – Single Dose	Taco Boy 217 Huger St., Charleston, SC
Sat, Sept. 11 5 – 8 p.m.	Vaccine: Pfizer – Dose 1 Johnson & Johnson – Single Dose	Mt. Pleasant Pier 71 Harry M. Hallman, Jr Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC
Sun, Sept. 12 2 – 5 p.m.	Vaccine: Pfizer – Dose 2	Park Circle Creamery 1069 East Montague Ave., N. Charleston, SC
Sat, Sept. 18 12 – 3 p.m.	Vaccine: Pfizer – Dose 1 Johnson & Johnson – Single Dose	Felix Pinckney Community Center 4790 Hassell Ave., N. Charleston, SC
Fri, Sept. 24 9 – 11 a.m.	Vaccine: Moderna – Dose 2	Charleston Family Health Center 51 Nassau St, Charleston, SC
Sat, Sept. 25 2 – 6 p.m.	Vaccine: Moderna – Dose 1 Johnson & Johnson – Single Dose	Taco Boy 217 Huger St., Charleston, SC

Individuals are asked to wear face coverings and practice safe social distancing while at the mobile sites.

“Our Fetter team is honored to continue supporting our community during this pandemic,” said Aretha R. Powers, CEO of Fetter Health Care Network. “As a community health center, it is our top priority to ensure that every citizen is offered the option to receive COVID-19 testing and vaccines. It is a privilege to continue serving on the front lines and we are grateful to our team of health care heroes for their dedication to this work.”

In addition to the upcoming clinics, Fetter will be administering vaccine boosters, after September 20.  Visit FetterCovid19Screening.org/vaccine-clinic or follow Fetter’s social media channels for details on these clinics. For more information on Fetter’s health care services and locations, visit FetterHealthCare.org. 

 

August 17, 2021

Stop the Spread – Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Virtual Form

Our Fetter Health Care Network team is honored to take part in Mt. Moriah Baptist Church’s virtual community form – Stop the Spread: The Truth About COVID-19 and Vaccines.

We hope you’ll join us for this educational opportunity to learn more about frequently asked questions regarding COVID-19, vaccine safety and more.

This virtual event will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, August 18 at 6:30 p.m. Meeting info is included below:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83542515495?pwd=OXpEdFJ0MWF3NEZtQUNzWFpETXR1dz09

Meeting ID: 835 4251 5495

Passcode: 489061

August 17, 2021

The Importance of Community Health Centers in South Carolina

With millions of Americans struggling to pay health care costs, federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) have become a vital part of societal wellbeing. 

Community health care centers keep the public safe and healthy while giving patients affordable medical care. Facilities like the Fetter Health Care Network are particularly important in areas around South Carolina in which many people are struggling financially.

What Do Community Health Centers Provide?

Community health centers are important because they provide a number of medical, dental and behavioral health services to patients without the high expenses of traditional clinics. 

FQHC facilities offer affordable payment for low-income households, with options like sliding-fee scales. For many people in the community, medical care would be inaccessible without options like these.

Fetter offers a wide range of medical services to the community including, but not limited to, the following:

• Primary care visits
• Annual physicals
• Family planning
• Immunizations
• Internal medicine
• Diagnostic laboratory testing
• Pediatric preventive care
• Well-child visits
• Developmental assessments
• ADHD and autism screenings
• Asthma screenings
• Obstetric services
• Cervical cancer screenings
• STI testing and treatment
• Behavioral health assessments
• Mental illness treatment

Centers like Fetter also offer dental services, including annual teeth cleanings, fillings, extractions, emergency dental care and more.

South Carolina and Affordable Health Care

As of 2017, more than 15% of South Carolina residents were living below the poverty line. The difficulty of getting proper medical care causes these residents to have the highest incidence of health issues. This is usually the result of poor finances and a lack of medical facilities in their area. 

For this reason, community health centers have become increasingly important in states like South Carolina. With these centers, medical services become more accessible and affordable for the entire community.

Community health care centers like Fetter are crucial for South Carolina residents, particularly those who live in the most rural areas. As of 2018, an estimated 20% of people living in rural areas received their medical care from a community health center. Without FQHCs, residents would not receive the medical care that they need. This would lead to a higher incidence of serious health concerns and mortality for rural community members.

For some residents, FQHCs are the only medical facilities within a reasonable distance of their homes. For many, FQHCs are the only affordable medical facilities within a reasonable distance. This makes it all the more vital to have quality community health centers in states with rural communities.

Receiving Medical Care at Fetter Health Care Network

If you are in need of affordable medical care in the Lowcountry, look no further than Fetter Health Care Network. Fetter is the oldest federally qualified health center in the state, providing quality health and dental services for over 53 years. 

At Fetter, we offer medical services to all patients, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. With various clinics throughout Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester Counties, residents from almost any area of the Lowcountry can reach a Fetter clinic for medical care. For more information, request an appointment today.

 

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