CVS Stops Sale Of Heartburn Drugs With Suspect Contaminant
CVS has halted sales of popular heartburn treatment Zantac and its generic store brand after warnings by U.S. health regulators.
Do Not Drink Advisory Lifted For Residents In Richburg, SC
The Chester Metropolitan District has lifted the DO NOT DRINK order for public water users in the Town of Richburg.
Mumps Outbreak Reported At Two Triad Area University Campuses
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging all North Carolinians to make sure they are up to date on their vaccines in light of recent mumps cases at two Triad area universities.
North Carolina Hospital Reports State's First Vaping Related Death
A North Carolina hospital is reporting the state's first death linked to vaping.
Novant Healthy Headlines: Marathon Training
Dr. Eric Warren, Medical Director at Novant Health Sports Medicine, joined Rising to discuss common injuries and how to stay healthy as you train.
11th Rabies Case Of 2019 Confirmed In Gaston County
Gaston County officials say a skunk killed on Monday, September 23rd has tested positive for rabies.
Juul Labs To Stop Advertising E-Cigarettes Amid Backlash
The nation’s largest e-cigarette maker will stop advertising its devices in the U.S. and replace its chief executive as mysterious breathing illnesses and an explosion in teen vaping have triggered efforts to crack down on the largely unregulated industry.
Deadline For Back-To-School Immunizations Is Now
Believe it or not, (most) Mecklenburg County students have been back in school for 30 days as of today. That means, the deadline for back-to-school immunizations is now.
NCDHHS Investigates Cases of Legionnaire's Disease
The Buncombe and Henderson County Health Departments, in conjunction with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, are investigating multiple cases of Legionnaires’ disease reported in individuals who attended the NC Mountain State Fair in Fletcher, NC, Sept. 6–15, 2019.
Walmart To Stop Selling Electronic Cigarettes At Its Stores
Walmart said Friday that it will stop selling electronic cigarettes at its namesake stores and Sam’s Clubs following a string of mysterious illnesses and deaths related to vaping.
Novant Health Healthy Headlines: Seasonal Allergies Vs. Sinus Infections
Season allergies and sinus infections can both make you feel crummy, and they have many similar symptoms. But can you tell the difference?
Dr. Tony: How to Sleep Better
CHARLOTTE, NC -- Not getting enough rest can really have a negative effect on our health. Doctor Tony has a few tips to better help you sleep better and be more productive during…
Rock Icon Roger Daltrey Visits New Hawkins Family Adolescent And Young Adult Cancer Center In Greenville
Roger Daltrey, lead singer of the legendary rock band The Who and co-founder of national nonprofit Teen Cancer America (TCA), was in Greenville, SC at Bon St. Francis Health System visiting and touring the new Hawkins Family Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Center.
Gaston County Confirms 8th Rabies Case Of 2019
Gaston County Police Animal Care and Enforcement says a raccoon killed during an encounter with two family dogs has tested positive for rabies.
Novant Health Presents The ASMBS Foundation’s 2019 Walk From Obesity
Come out and walk or run for a great cause at the 2019 Walk from Obesity and Fun Run presented by Novant Health Bariatric Solutions and benefiting the ASMBS Foundation.
Poison Control Doctors Issue Warning About E-Cigarettes
There are growing concerns from medical professionals and politicians across the country about vaping and the impact of E-Cigarettes on youth.
US Finds Contaminant In Popular Heartburn Drug
U.S. health officials said Friday they are investigating low levels of a potentially dangerous contaminant in the popular heartburn medication Zantac and related generic drugs.
Novant Health Healthy Headlines: Childhood Cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Dr. Randy Hock of at St. Jude Affiliate Clinic at Novant Health Hemby Children's Hospital is here to discuss treating young patients.
Government Plans To Ban Flavors Used In E-Cigarettes
The federal government will act to ban thousands of flavors used in e-cigarettes, President Donald Trump said Wednesday, responding to a recent surge in underage vaping that has alarmed parents, politicians and health authorities nationwide.
CMPD AC&C Confirms 11th Mecklenburg County Rabies Case Of 2019
CMPD Animal Care & Control says a raccoon has tested positive for rabies. It is Mecklenburg County's 11th confirmed rabies case of 2019.
Painful Truth: Panel Discussion That Could Save Someone's Life
Former Panthers greats, along with doctors, will talk about the opioid crisis to an audience of students and parents. A mom who lost her son to opioids talked with WCCB about her family's story.
Report: 40% Of Local Youth Say They Have Tried Vaping
School is back in and unfortunately, so is the use of e-cigarettes or vaping among youth.
Case Of West Nile Virus Confirmed In York County
Mosquito control efforts will soon be underway in Rock Hill after officials say a resident contracted the West Nile virus.
Gaston County Confirms 7th Rabies Case Of 2019
Officials with Gaston County Police Animal Care and Enforcement say a skunk tested positive for rabies after getting into a fight with a family dog.
Novant Healthy Headlines: Spiked Seltzers
Andrea Hiatt, a registered dietitian at Novant Health, is here to discuss spiked seltzers and whether the wildly-popular beverage is a good option for you.
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