Swine flu cases rise in South Carolina amid heat
South Carolina reports 83 confirmed H1N1 swine flu cases by June 13, clustered around Newberry County early on and now spread statewide. Epidemiologist Dr. Jerry Gibson notes ongoing transmission and higher actual cases due to testing. The virus remains highly contagious with mild statewide impact and no deaths or hospitalizations beyond seasonal norms.
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Two pygmy whales die after plastic bag ingestion
SULLIVANS ISLAND AP Two pygmy sperm whales died after washing ashore in South Carolina. The mother and a nursing calf were found near Fort Moultrie. Tests found a large black plastic garbage bag in the mother's stomach. The mother could not eat and the calf could not survive without her.
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