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Rising Spotlight: SMILE LASIK with Christenbury Eye Center

There's a brand new eye surgery available in Charlotte that just got approved by the FDA.

Novant Health Receives Grant From Komen Charlotte To Provide Breast Cancer Screenings

Susan G. Komen Charlotte has awarded $169,256 in grant funding to Novant Health cancer prevention, education and early detection to provide mammography screenings and diagnostic services for underinsured and uninsured individuals in Mecklenburg County and surrounding communities.

House Call: Memory Loss in Women

Have you ever wondered what causes memory loss, or why memory loss becomes more prevalent with age?

Men's Health: The Healthiest Fast Food Options

Men's Health editor Paul Kita says there are healthy options at fast food restaurants -- at one place you can even have two meals!

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Earns Charlotte's First Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center Designation

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center is the first Charlotte hospital to earn The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers.

Novant Health House Call: Heart Health

Dr. Sandy Charles from Novant Health stops by to discuss heart health.

Men's Health: Learning About Modern Health from Ancient Mummies

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Men's Health editor Paul Kita talks about how ancient mummies can teach us about our modern health, from our stomachs to our backs and teeth. View Derek's complete interview with…

Drones Carrying Defibrillators Could Aid Heart Emergencies

It sounds futuristic: drones carrying heart defibrillators swooping in to help bystanders revive people stricken by cardiac arrest.

Two More Cases Of Rabies Confirmed In Catawba County

Officials have confirmed two more cases of rabies, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to three this year.

Novant Health House Call: Protecting Against Ticks this Summer

Gardening, camping, hiking, and playing outdoors – when enjoying these activities, don't forget to take steps to prevent bites from ticks that share the outdoors.

Men's Health: Attack Your Abs

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Men's Health editor Paul Kita might have the secret to getting awesome abs.. and it doesn't involve much running. If you want to enter the Ultimate Men's Health Guy Search,…

Testing out 'The Good Kitchen'

No more worrying about what to fix for dinner, or sweating over a hot stove after a busy day.

Dog Flu Confirmed in Florida

Flu season may be over for humans, but your dog is still at risk.

U.S. Officials OK Option For Men With H.I.V. To Father Children

The nation’s top public health agency on Thursday changed its guidance for HIV-infected men who want to father children, saying there’s now enough evidence that a lab technique that removes the virus is a safe option.

Novant Health House Call: Children Under One Should Not Drink Fruit Juice

Dr. Jennifer Squires, a pediatrician with Novant Health Elizabeth Pediatrics, stops by to discuss why juice might not be the best drink for your kids.

Second Confirmed Case Of Rabies In Lincoln County

Lincoln County officials confirm a second case of rabies for 2017.

Novant Health House Call: Stroke Awareness

Dr. Carlene Kingston stops by to talk about the signs and symptoms of stroke for stroke awareness month.

A Local Weight Loss Story: How one Local Woman Lost 200 lbs!

It's a local weight loss story that will inspire everyone! Gastonian Monica Thomas stopped by Rising this morning to chat with the couch crew how she lost 200 pounds.

Hundreds Walk In Uptown To Help Fight Cystic Fibrosis

More than 700 people participated in Saturday's annual Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Great Strides Walk at Romare Bearden Park.

New Study Says Instagram Leads To Anxiety, Depression In Young People

A new study released by the Royal Society For Public Health in the UK ranked Instagram the worst social media app for young people's mental health.

NC Inspectors Say Mecklenburg County Health Department Getting Back On Right Track

State inspectors say the Mecklenburg County Health Department is on the right track after being plagued by some systemic problems.

Health Officials: Opioid Crisis Worsening In NC

The opioid crisis in North Carolina is growing after the state saw a 73% spike in opioid-related deaths over a 10 year period.

Schools Face Vexing Test: Which Kids Will Sexually Attack?

The children who sexually assault other children may be the popular jocks, the loners or anyone in between. There is no typical attacker, no way for schools to predict who might inflict that kind of torment on a classmate.