Faculty from the Department of Family Medicine of MUSC as well as other MUSC specialists provide medical consultation. Access to university-based agromedicine expertise is a valuable resource for the busy practitioner as more patients are asking about acute and chronic chemical exposure, respiratory hazards on the farm, diseases transmitted by insects and animals, and allergic reactions to plants, chemicals and stings. Calls from the public for information are also welcome. The role of women as promoters of healthier and safer life styles is emphasized.
Presentations are flexible and are designed to meet the special needs of the audience.
The Agromedicine Program was established in 1984 by the College of Agricultural Sciences of Clemson University and the College of Medicine of the Medical University of South Carolina. Its mission is to promote safer, healthier and more efficient production of food and fiber using the latest advances in agricultural technology, integrated pest management and preventive medicine. Agricultural and medical professionals serve the same community of clients through Extension and private practice. By working together, they improve the quality of life of all citizens. In 1987 the W.K. Kellogg Foundation recognized the Agromedicine Program as a leader in agricultural medicine.