PASOs classes begin in three new locations

PASOs prenatal courses have been initiated in three more counties: Beaufort, Greenville and Saluda. The three new sites, together with the original site in Richland/Lexington counties, are using the same curriculum and collaborating to share best practices.

First group of PASOs "Promotores" or Community Educators trained

A group of 15 PASOs participants were trained on health messages and leadership skills in September, 2009. They will support their peers and neighbors in Richland and Lexington counties, sharing information on healthy pregnancies and local resources.

The Hispanic Folic Acid Program starts in Greenville County

A Partnership between Greenwood Genetics Center and the PASOs Program has given rise to the Hispanic Folic Acid Program for Greenville County. The goal of this new program is to increase knowledge of the need to take folic acid early in pregnancy to help prevent neural tube defects, and increase the number of pregnant women who have access to folic acid supplements.