Women leading the charge: Advocating for health equity in rural South Carolina

Women leading the charge: Advocating for health equity in rural South Carolina

LaShandra Morgan, left, and Courtney Snell have organized a series of rural health clinics, offering a comprehensive range of screenings and vaccinations to residents. Photo provided

This is part of MUSC's 2024 Women's History Month series. 

In the rural expanse of Orangeburg, Calhoun and Bamberg counties, two remarkable women are spearheading a movement for health equity. LaShandra Morgan, Ed.D., and Courtney Snell, APRN, are the driving forces behind the Orangeburg Division of Healthy Me–Healthy SC (HMHSC), a collaboration between MUSC Health and Clemson Extension, dedicated to enhancing access to health care and promoting wellness in underserved communities.

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