This page covers medical research, wellness practices, disease, and the personal decisions people make about their health. It reports on public health guidance and state-level healthcare system changes throughout North Carolina.
Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed Sunday, November 15, as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in North Carolina.
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Do you think North Carolina drivers are doing enough to prevent road deaths?
Statewide Booze It & Lose It patrols will run from October 26 through November 1 to deter impaired driving.
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Would you trust a virtual specialist to treat your chronic headaches?
The new telehealth service connects adults across North Carolina with headache specialists for migraines and other complex head pain conditions.
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Would you buy a holiday meal from an unlicensed seller advertised on social media?
North Carolina health officials urge consumers to verify food sellers before buying holiday meals online.
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Is building a new centralized children's hospital the best way to improve pediatric care in your area?
The funding supports a new Apex campus aimed at providing specialized pediatric care to families across North Carolina.
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Should your state increase spending on local mental health and substance use services?
The state has distributed federal funds to expand services, crisis support, and opioid addiction treatment across North Carolina.
North Carolina reporting spans public health initiatives, hospital system developments, medical research findings and insurance policy changes. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties, encompassing facilities in urban centers and those serving smaller towns. Seasonal patterns like flu and respiratory virus spikes shape the coverage landscape throughout the calendar year. Public health warnings and shifts in the availability of clinical services surface as frequently as new research findings.
