COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – South Carolina organizations are emphasizing the importance of mental health after Hurricane Helene impacted the Palmetto State. “It cannot be lost on us that when we report the numbers of deaths, we are reporting on the loss of people who were fathers, mothers, sons and daughters,” said Edward Simmer, DPH interim director. “They were friends, neighbors, co-workers and helpers. We must remember that these people who have died are missed every day, and they have family and friends who love them and are deeply affected by their deaths.