CHARLOTTE, NC--Dr.Β Tony HyserΒ ofΒ Carolina Physical MedicineΒ joins Laresa in theΒ RisingΒ kitchen to talk about what you should know about a vegan lifestyle. Dr. Tony discusses what you should look for in your food,…
Weβre in the middle of winter, but that shouldnβt limit you if you want to exercise outside. However, the cold temperature can affect you several ways. Here to discuss how you can effectively continue training during the winter months is Dr. Eric Warren, medical director at Novant Health Sports Medicine.
Dr. Rebecca Stewart with Queen City Ear, Nose and Throat was on WCCB News Rising to talk about the new technology available for people who need hearing aids as well as risks associated with improperly fit hearing aids.
Mega media mogul Oprah Winfrey took over the Queen City in a big way Saturday
Eleven people died from the flu last week, the deadliest week of the season so far. North Carolina health officials said.
The queen of media Oprah Winfrey encouraged fans in East Charlotte to get up and dance
The flu season is hitting high gear, and it will continue until the spring. But there are many misconceptions about the flu. Here to clear up some of those ideas about vaccines, treatment and recovery is Dr. Robert Lejawa, a Novant Health family physician.
Twenty-three local health departments in North Carolina will receive a share of a $2.1 million award annually for up to three years to implement high-impact, community-level strategies to address the opioid crisis.
The Town of Mooresville hosted an event on Coal Ash and Thyroid Cancer on January 9th as a realtor information session in light of the increases in thyroid cancer in the area.
January is dedicated to Cervical Health Awareness Month, which is an opportunity to raise awareness about how women can protect themselves from HPV and cervical cancer.
More than 100 spectators, including Governor Roy Cooper and Transportation Secretary Jim Trogdon, gathered in Raleigh on Tuesday to witness North Americaβs first demonstration of an autonomous air taxi.
Have you been experiencing a runny nose, itchy eyes or sneezing?Β Winter allergies could be to blame.Β
Flu restrictions begin at Charlotte-area hospitals on Wednesday morning. Children 12 years old and younger won't be allowed to visit patients. It comes as this flu season is shaping up to be one of the worst in decades.
On Friday, January 3rd, North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein filed a petition to the United States Supreme Court seeking review of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuitβs decision in Texas v. United States.
Many of us set a New Yearβs resolution of exercising more. Itβs easy to say, but harder to maintain. Here to offer some tips and how you can stick to pursuing that goal is Dr. Eric Warren, medical director of Novant Health Sports Medicine.
As a candidate for the White House, Donald Trump repeatedly promised that he would βimmediatelyβ replace President Barack Obamaβs health care law with a plan of his own that would provide βinsurance for everybody.β
With the cold and flu season comes the increased risk for ear infections for kids and adults.
An osteopathic physician can use OMT β thatβs short for βosteopathic manipulative treatmentβ β to diagnose, treat and prevent illness or injury.Β Here to explain this hands-on treatment and help us understand how it can help you is Novant Healthβs Dr. Allen Shepard.
The opportunity to get access to health insurance through the federal marketplace has been extended. On Monday, theΒ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announcedΒ that theΒ HealthCare.govΒ 2020 enrollment period reopened and North Carolinians now have until 3 a.m. on Dec. 18 to sign up for health insurance coverage.
The cold winter months can wreak havoc on our skin, leaving it dry and itchy. Here to help us combat dry winter skin and debunk some common myths is Dr. Emily McLean with Novant Health Dermatology SouthPark.
The number of vaping related deaths continue to climb across the country.Β The Center for Disease Control announced Thursday that 52 people have been killed by vaping in 26 states.Β Β Clair Campbell with Campbell and Associates joined Rising to discuss the health risks and lawsuits associated with vaping.Β
The U.S. winter flu season is off to its earliest start in more than 15 years. An early barrage of illness in the South has begun to spread more broadly, and thereβs a decent chance flu season could peak much earlier than normal, health officials say.
Without a doubt, the holiday season is filled with temptations β tasty food, parties and other distractions that can derail your fitness goals. But, it doesnβt have to be a lost cause. Here to offer some tips on how you can stay fit during the holidays is Dr. Eric Warren, medical director of Novant Health Sports Medicine.
Go ahead and rinse your cranberries, potatoes and green beans. But food experts say donβt β repeat donβt β wash the turkey before popping it in the oven on Thanksgiving Day.
The USDA says Missa Bay of Swedesboro, New Jersey, is recalling over 75,000 pounds of salad products that contain meat or poultry because the lettuce may be contaminated with E. coli.Β The salads were sold at Target, Aldi, Walmart and other stores.Β
