Viarda Polanco, MD, is a pediatrician in Greenwood, SC, where the majority of her patients are on Medicaid. A native Spanish speaker, she is committed to serving low-income patients with limited access to health care. In addition to better supporting pediatric patients with her REACH training, she hopes to partner with local schools to increase awareness of mental health issues and support for students.
September 1, 2026
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24/7. Individuals can call, text, or chat 988 to connect with trained crisis counselors. This month, we’ll be sharing resources…
