Cancer Death Rate Milestone: At Least 25 Years Of Decline
The U.S. cancer death rate has hit a milestone: It's been falling for at least 25 years.
Student Pictures Show Mold In Residence Hall After JCSU Delays Spring Semester Due To Issues
Johnson C. Smith University says it will delay the start of spring semester due to mold in some of the dorms.
Pedialyte Rolls Out Hangover Cure For Adults, Just In Time For New Year's
Just in time for New Year's, Pedialyte has come to the rescue with a hangover cure for adults.
Local School & City Water Could Be Contaminated, Harmful
Drinking water at Lake Norman High School could be contaminated with a chemical harmful to your child's health.
Local Family Shares Story of Daughter's Rare Medical Diagnosis
They hope their story raises awareness, and inspires people to listen to their instinct, even when the experts are telling you you're wrong.
US Traces Lettuce Outbreak To At Least 1 California Farm
U.S. health officials have traced a dangerous bacterial outbreak in romaine lettuce to at least one farm in central California.
CMS: Water Testing Complete At Five More Schools
Water testing has been finished at five more Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools sites.
USDA Offers Food Safety Tips For Areas Affected By Winter Storm
The U.S. Department of Agricultureβs (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing food safety recommendations for those who may be impacted by a severe winter storm moving through the southern U.S.
Tri-Pharma Issues Recall On Infant Ibuprofen Sold At CVS, Walmart And Family Dollar
Have you checked your medicine cabinet? Some medicine you give your baby could make them sick.
More U.S Beef Being Recalled Over Salmonella Fears
More U.S. beef is being recalled because it may be contaminated with salmonella.
US Officials: Itβs OK To Eat Some Romaine, Look For Labels
Itβs OK to eat some romaine lettuce again, U.S. health officials said. Just check the label.
Breast Implant Injuries Hidden As Patientsβ Questions Mount
To all the world, it looked like breast implants were safe.
Questions About The Romaine Warning? Here Are Some Answers
Avoid all romaine lettuce, but donβt worry about your turkey.
People In US, Canada Warned To Not Eat Romaine Lettuce
Health officials in the U.S. and Canada on Tuesday told people to avoid eating romaine lettuce because of a new E. coli outbreak.
10 Healthy Gift Options For Black Friday Shoppers
Give the gift of good health this holiday season. It's a great opportunity to show how much you support your loved one's healthy lifestyle.
Officials: Brunswick Stew Identified As Source Of Multiple Sicknesses Following Kannapolis Church BBQ
Cabarrus County health officials say tests results from the Center for Disease Control have confirmed the source of what made hundreds sick following a church BBQ on November 1st in Kannapolis.
Olive Garden Employees In Gastonia Being Tested For Tuberculosis
People who work at an Olive Garden in Gastonia are being tested for tuberculosis after an employee tested positive, according to the Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services.
Jennie-O Recalling Ground Turkey In Salmonella Outbreak
Jennie-O Turkey recalled packages of ground turkey in a salmonella outbreak, and regulators say additional products from other companies could be named as their investigation continues.
FDA To Crack Down On Menthol Cigarettes, Flavored Vapes
A top U.S. health official on Thursday pledged to try to ban menthol from regular cigarettes, outlaw flavors in all cigars, and tighten rules regarding the sale of most flavored versions of electronic cigarettes.
New Exercise Guidelines: Move More, Sit Less, Start Younger
Move more, sit less and get kids active as young as age 3, say new federal guidelines that stress that any amount and any type of exercise helps health.
Health Officials Still Urging Village Tavern Customers From Oct. 30th To Get Hep A Vaccination
Mecklenburg County Health officials say an employee with Hepatitis A handled food at a restaurant in SouthPark.
FDA Approves Return Of Popular Primatene Mist Asthma Inhaler
A new version of the once-popular asthma inhaler Primatene Mist will soon return to U.S. stores.
DHHS Confirms Death Related To Hepatitis A Outbreak
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the first death related to an ongoing outbreak of hepatitis A affecting parts of North Carolina.
Feds Say Heroin, Fentanyl Remain Biggest Drug Threat To U.S.
Drug overdose deaths hit the highest level ever recorded in the United States last year, with an estimated 200 people dying per day, according to a report by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Most of that was the result of a record number of opioid-related deaths.
State Health Officials Announce First Flu-Related Death of 2018-19 Season
Officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Servicesβ Division of Public Health today announced the first reported flu-related death of the 2018-19 flu season, which occurred last week and involved an adult in the central part of the state.
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