Novant Health: Advanced Care Planning
Adam Koontz, Novant Healthβs 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 Amazonβs Alexa To Make Urgent Care Appointments
Atrium Health patients will now be able to use Amazonβs 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. ForΒ 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 itβs time to air out the house, toss the closets and start plotting the yard work. For pet owners, itβs 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 theyβre 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 Parkinsonβs 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 Gehrigβs disease combined.
Local Hospitals Lifting Flu Restrictions For Visitors
Local hospitals are starting to lift flu restrictions placed on visitors earlier this year.
CMPD AC&C Issues New Rabies Alert After Test Results Mishap
Following Tuesday's rabies alert, CMPD's Animal Care & Control now says the raccoon captured on Larkfield Lane on March 22nd DID NOT test positive for rabies.
Advocates: Getting Rid Of Entire ACA Could Mean Death For Some
Access to doctors and medicine could undergo an alarming disruption if courts decide to undo the Affordable Care Act.
Pioneering Medical Drone Program Takes Off In North Carolina
A pioneering use of drones to fly blood samples across a North Carolina hospital campus launched Tuesday in the latest move to expand their roles in business and health care.
Student At South Stanly HS Dies After Contracting Bacterial Meningitis
Officials confirm that a South Stanly High School student has died after contracting bacterial meningitis.
Two Brothers Pork Skins Issues Recall On Pork Skin Products
Two Brothers Pork Skins has issued a recall on pork skin products due to misbranding and failure to produce under a HACCP plan.
Novant Health: Endometriosis
Painful periods are something women suffer through every month.
New Numbers Show How Devastating Opioid Crisis Is In Charlotte
Overdose deaths are up 35%. Doctors are more hesitant to prescribe pain medication, making it hard for people with chronic pain to find relief.Β
Novant Health: JDRF One Walk
On April 6th, thousands will gather at Carowinds to participate in the JDRF One Walk, which raises money and awareness to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes. Dr. Diana Miller, a pediatric endocrinologist from Novant Health is here to tell us more.
Flu May Have Peaked, But Experts Eye Jump In Nastier Strain
Thereβs a strong chance this flu season has peaked, but health officials are watching a recent wave of illnesses from a nastier flu strain.
Children, Young Adult Among New North Carolina Flu Victims
A child 4 years old or younger and two other young people are listed among the latest flu victims in North Carolina.
Novant Health: Live In The Moment
Whenβs the last time you picked up your phone during dinner or accidentally bumped into someone because you were looking at your phone? Weβve all done it.
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