McConnell Proposes National Minimum Age Of 21 For Tobacco
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he plans to introduce legislation to raise the minimum age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21 nationally.
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Novant Health House Call: National Autism Awareness Month
April is National Autism Awareness Month and Dr. James DuRant, a developmental-behavioral pediatrician from Novant Health, joined Rising to tell us more about this disability and what we can do to be more aware of it.
Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies In Gaston County
Gaston County Police Animal Care and Enforcement has confirmed a raccoon tested positive for rabies.
Fisher-Price Recalls Sleepers After More Than 30 Babies Died
Fisher-Price is recalling nearly 5 million infant sleepers after more than 30 babies rolled over in them and died since the product was introduced in 2009.
Congo's Ebola Outbreak Might Be Declared Global Emergency
A top Red Cross official said Friday he’s “more concerned than I have ever been” about the possible regional spread of the Ebola virus after a new spike in cases, as the World Health Organization met on whether to declare the outbreak in Congo an international health emergency.
Novant Health: Advanced Care Planning
Adam Koontz, Novant Health’s Director of Advanced Care Planning is here to tell us how to begin a conversation about end-of-life care.
New York City Orders Mandatory Vaccines For Some Amid Measles Outbreak
New York City declared a public health emergency Tuesday over a measles outbreak centered in an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community and ordered mandatory vaccinations in the neighborhood.
Atrium Health Patients Can Now Use Amazon’s Alexa To Make Urgent Care Appointments
Atrium Health patients will now be able to use Amazon’s electronic personal assistant Alexa to not only locate the nearest urgent care and emergency department, but now will be able to reserve a spot at an urgent care location as well.
Tips to Reduce Spring Allergy Symptoms With Dr. Tony
Spring is officially here and with it comes the beautiful flowers and longer days to enjoy the sunshine. On the flip side, this means the start of pollen season. For those with allergies, Dr. Tony has some tips on how to relieve those symptoms.
Limited Amount Of Hunt's Tomato Paste Recalled Due To Possible Mold Presence
A limited amount of Hunt's Tomato Paste No Salt Added six ounce cans are being recalled due to the possible presence of mold.
From Medications To Toys, It's Time To Spring Clean Pets
Spring has sprung for many and it’s time to air out the house, toss the closets and start plotting the yard work. For pet owners, it’s also the perfect time to take an accounting of furry and feathered loved ones.
Dazed And Confused: States Push For Legal Clarity On CBD
CBD oil-infused gummy bears, lattes and other food, drinks and dietary supplements are selling quickly even though the U.S. government says they’re illegal and local authorities have forced some retailers to pull products.
Novant Health: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
In the United States, April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In the city of Charlotte in 2018, over 300 sexual assault cases were reported by CMPD.
U.S. Investigates Seizure Risk With Electronic Cigarettes
U.S. health officials are investigating whether electronic cigarettes may trigger seizures in some people who use the nicotine-vaping devices.
CBD Is Getting Buzz, But Does It Work? And Is It Legal?
With CBD showing up everywhere, U.S. regulators announced Tuesday they are exploring ways the marijuana extract could be used legally in foods, dietary supplements and cosmetics.
Catawba County Confirms 3rd Rabies Case Of 2019
Catawba County Animal Services says they have confirmed the county's third case of rabies so far this year.
Annual Charlotte JDRF One Walk On April 6 Aims To Raise $750,000 For Type 1 Diabetes Research
On Saturday, April 6th the JDRF Greater Western Carolinas Chapter kicks off its 29th annual One Walk at Carowinds.
Novant Health: Parkinson's Disease
Worldwide, more than 10 million people are living with Parkinson’s disease. By 2020, nearly one million people will be living with the disease in the United States, which is more than the number of people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and Lou Gehrig’s disease combined.
