New Bird Flu strain found in Nevada
A newer strain of the Bird Flu virus has been detected in Nevada. According to the Nevada Department of Agriculture six dairy herds in the state stated positive for a new strain.
Medicine bottles recalled for child poisoning risk
The CPSC announces a medical-related recall.
RFK Jr. appears on Capitol Hill for first HHS confirmation hearing
To get to the U.S. Senate for a vote of his nomination, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. needs to have two committee hearings, one before the Finance committee on Wednesday and another in front of the Health, Education, Labor and Pension committee on Thursday.
New poll shows Americans divided on public health issues
Ahead of RFK Jr. confirmation hearings, poll shows nation divided on public health.
Tips for keeping kids active this winter
Staying active not only helps a person physically, but also gives mental health a boost!
UNC Health, Duke Health partner to build NC’s first stand-alone children’s hospital
The two institutions filed plans Tuesday to establish a 500-bed children’s hospital, a children’s outpatient care center and a children’s behavioral health center.
Rising's "Early Birds," discuss Doctor's advice that your phone is not the best alarm clock
Doctors say keeping your phone in another room will decrease your distractions as you're going to sleep, and will reduce "Sleep procrastination".
Hospitals bridging gap between food and health with food pharmacy
Hospitals around the country are expanding programs to bridge the gap between good food and good health.
FDA approves standalone nasal spray for depression
A new nasal drug has been approved to treat depression. The drug Spravato is a nasal spray made by Johnson and Johnson.
Woman shares her cancer story at 34-years-old
A 34-year-old North Carolina woman shares her journey with cervical cancer.
Tips on how to stay safe in this dangerously cold weather
Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center wants to keep people safe amid this wintry weather. The health care provider is offering tips.
Ozempic and other weight loss drugs slated for Medicare negotiations
Just before leaving office, the Biden administration has announced costly GLP-1 drugs often used for weight loss are among the 15 medications listed in the next round of Medicare price negotiations.
HHS invests nearly $600M in Modena Bird Flu vaccine
Moderna gets a $590 million federal boost to continue work on development of a vaccine to protect against bird flu.
Ozempic, Wegovy and other new drugs are selected for Medicare's price negotiations
The Biden administration says popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have been added to Medicare’s list of medications that will be negotiated directly between the government and drug manufacturers.
Cancer cases climbing in young women
Alarming new data released today by the American Cancer Society reveals young women are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed with cancer as young men.
NC governor rolls out further abortion protections ahead of next Trump term
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein announced measures to protect reproductive health care providers and patients via a new executive order. The order announced Thursday mandates that state Cabinet agencies will not cooperate with prosecuting and penalizing physicians who provide lawful reproductive health services.
FDA floats plan to make cigarettes nonaddictive
The Biden administration is floating a long-awaited proposal to make cigarettes less addictive by capping their nicotine levels. But the plan comes in the final days of his presidency and is unlikely to take effect anytime soon.
FDA bans red dye No. 3 from foods
U.S. regulators are banning the dye called Red 3 from the food supply. The move comes nearly 35 years after the dye was barred from cosmetics such as lipsticks because of potential cancer risk.
Health Minute: Trick your brain into eating healthier
Which kind of food do you turn to in times of turmoil? We tend to eat indulgently when we’re stressed, but experts say over time those foods may do more harm than good.
Gas leak at beverage factory sends three employees to the hospital
A gas leak at a Prime Beverage in Kannapolis sent several employees to the hospital in late Saturday night. One employee says he was fired after seeking medical attention. OSHA is now investigating the incident.
USDA documented insects, slime and ‘general filth’ at Boar's Head plants, records show
Inspectors documented unsanitary conditions at Boar’s Head deli meat factories in three states, records show. An outbreak of listeria food poisoning tied to a Virginia plant sickened more than 60 people and killed 10 last year.
CaroMont Health enforces new visitor restrictions
New visitor restrictions are now in place at CaroMont Health.
Why does it feel like everyone is sick right now?
Medical professionals say in the wake of a return to in-person activities without coronavirus-related precautions, RSV, the flu and other respiratory illnesses are hitting peak levels.
Novant and Atrium restricting visitors as respiratory viruses spread
Starting Tuesday, children under age 12 are asked not to visit Atrium Health facilities and children under age 13 are asked not to visit Novant Health hospitals in North Carolina. The hospital systems are taking extra precautions to reduce the spread of respiratory viruses.
Blue Cross NC customers can request early prescription refills due to anticipated impacts from the winter storm
In advance of the forecasted winter storm in North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) is allowing early prescription refills to ensure that customers have access to the prescription drugs they need.
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