New call for cancer warnings on alcohol
The U.S. Surgeon General is calling for updated health warning labels on alcoholic beverages. He wants people to know about the increased cancer risk.
Surgeon General calls for new label on drinks to warn Americans of alcohol's cancer risk
Alcohol is a leading cause of cancer, a risk that should be clearly labeled on drinks Americans consume, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy proposed on Friday. Murthyβs advisory comes as research and evidence mounts about the bad effects that alcohol has on human health.
Cruise ship illnesses hit 12-year high
Gastrointestinal cases on cruise ships hit a 12 year high in 2024.
Experts say one exercise could help ease lower back pain
Lower back pain can have a significant impact on your body, limiting range of motion, and even causing pain that radiates to other parts of the body. Experts say one exercise could help.
National Institues of Health calling for more action on bird flu
Leaders at the National Institutes of Health are calling for more action on bird flu.Β Β Β
'Winter Arc' is replacing New Year's resolutions for some
A new year brings new goals. But studies have shown that most people donβt tend to uphold their New Yearβs resolutions much past the first month. So in an attempt to reframe the thinking around new year goal-setting, a new wellness trend has popped up online.
CDC says respiratory viruses surging in the US
The CDC is warning of a surge in multiple viruses.
NC offering free residential radon test kits
In recognition of National Radon Action Month, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is providing 2,000 free radon test kits available beginning Jan. 1, 2025.
FDA updates healthy food requirements
The FDA is making it easier for consumers to know if the food they are buying is truly healthy.Β Β Β In a final rule issued Thursday, the FDAΒ saidΒ in order for…
Pneumonia cases increasing in Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County Public Health is monitoring 12 potential outbreaks of suspected pneumonia involving school-based settings.
Can internet scrolling cause brain rot?
Medical experts say itβs a real condition and very concerning.
4 Colon Cancer Signs
The number of young adults being diagnosed with colon cancer is rising globally.
Atrium doctor offers tips to help beat holiday stress
One expert says over-committing causes the most anxiety and recommends saying "no" when you have too much on your plate.
Housing Advocates ask City Council to hold slumlords accountable
Housing advocates are calling on Charlotte City Council to hold slumlords accountable for what they say is an ongoing housing crisis.
After 1 year, Medicaid expansion in North Carolina nears its enrollment goal
Enrollment in North Carolinaβs new Medicaid coverage for low-income adults has nearly reached the stateβs goal of 600,000 in only a year.
Meck. Public Health hasβ―free COVID and flu vaccines for uninsured residents
β―With the respiratory illness season now in fullβ―force, Mecklenburg County Public Health is offering free COVID and flu vaccines to uninsured residents.
Cheap Ozempic? How millions of Americans with obesity may get access to costly weight-loss drugs
Millions of obese Americans would get access to popular weekly injectables that would help them shed pounds quickly if a $35 billion proposal from the Biden administration is blessed by President-elect Donald Trump.
Preventing Holiday Sickness
It's almost time for turkey gatherings with family and friends and unfortunately, greater risk of sharing germs.
CDC warns of E.Coli outbreak linked to organic carrots
The outbreak has caused one death and sickened dozens of other people in 18 states including North and South Carolina.
US overdose deaths are down, giving experts hope for lasting decline
New government data shows that U.S. drug overdose deaths appear to be showing a sustained decline. There were about 97,000 overdose deaths in the 12-month period that ended June 30.
Study finds chemicals found in everyday products could impact your health
An alarming newΒ study reveals chemicals which can be found inΒ everyday products can have damaging effects on our health.Β
Here Are New Guidelines For Preventing Stroke, The Nation's 4th Biggest Killer
The majority of strokes could be prevented, according to new guidelines aimed at helping people and their doctors do just that.
Healthy Headlines: Skin & Dermatology
In this week's Healthy Headlines, Ramona Holloway talks with Jennifer Lopez, nurse practitioner at Novant Health Northlake Dermatology about taking care of your skin.
Free Narcan Now Available In Mecklenburg County Vending Machine
More people will have access to life saving tools like Narcan in Mecklenburg County. County officials unveiled a new kiosk stocked with Narcan, COVID tests and condoms at the Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center.
DPH Confirms 2024 Seasonβs First Flu-Related Death In South Carolina
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) announced today that the state has suffered its first influenza-associated death of the season.
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