Health News

More Smoking Regulations for Mecklenburg Co.?

There are more than 127,000 smokers in Mecklenburg County. The county director of health says that's too many, and he's proposing some drastic measures to help break the habit.

Norovirus: Here's What To Know

Cases of norovirus have been reported in the Charlotte area. Here's what you should know about the virus:

Mumps: Here's What You Should Know

Mecklenburg County Health Department officials have reported a confirmed case of mumps in the County.

Student At UNC Charlotte Diagnosed With Mumps

A student at UNC Charlotte has been diagnosed with the mumps.

Numerous Wingate University Students Could Have Norovirus

Wingate University is awaiting test results to see if several students on campus have Norovirus.

Officials Say Dozens Of Students At Charlotte School Have Symptoms Of Norovirus

Metro School will be closed Friday due to the amount of students who have symptoms of Norovirus.

TODAY: Keep Pounding 5K Stadium Run Registration Kick-Off Party

The Keep Pounding 5K Stadium Run Kick-Off Registration Party will be held Thursday at 12:30pm.

Cancer Cases Prompt Eye Exams

Medical professionals encourage Huntersville community to get their eyes examined.

Inspiring Women Touched by Type 1 Diabetes

Coming Together to Meet a Community Need “One-of-a-kind JDRF Women of Type 1 Conference” WHAT: One day motivational conference designed to bring together mothers, women and teenage girls touched by type 1 diabetes (T1D). This conference will offer support education,…

Mars Recalls Candy Bars In 55 Countries After Plastic Find

U.S. chocolate maker Mars said Tuesday it's recalling candy bars and other items in 55 countries in Europe and elsewhere after plastic was found in one of its products.

Woman's "Wine Workout" Goes Viral On Social Media

A woman in California posted a "Wine Workout" on her Facebook page and it went viral. See the video for the full report.

Norovirus Outbreak at Senior Living Facility

The Mecklenburg County Health Department is looking into a norovirus outbreak at a senior living facility in Steele Creek.

Zika Virus: What To Know

Here is everything you need to know about the Zika virus:

Lowe's Confirms Two Employees Have Mumps

Officials at Lowe's say two of their customer support center employees are confirmed to have mumps.

Calif. Board Rejects Measure Specifying Condom Use In Porn

One after another, scores of people who make porn films for a living pleaded their case to California workplace safety officials: Don't force condoms or safety goggles or other devices designed to stop the spread of sexually transmitted diseases on them because those devices will simply stop people from watching porn films and soon they'll have no jobs at all.