Cancer survival rates increasing
A new report shows the number of people surviving cancer is rising in the U.S.
1st positive rabies case of 2025 in Mecklenburg County
A raccoon tested positive for rabies near Mint Hill, the first positive case in Mecklenburg County of 2025.
Kennedy says COVID vaccines no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday announced that COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for healthy children and pregnant women.
You should wear sunscreen even if you have darker skin. Here's why
People with darker skin still need to wear sunscreen — for more reasons than one.
Children and swimming safety
As families head to the pool or the beach for the long Memorial Day weekend, experts are urging water safety.
Publix recalls baby food pouches after testing finds elevated levels of lead
The Publix supermarket chain is recalling fruit and vegetable baby food because testing found elevated levels of lead.
Measles is very contagious. Here's how to avoid it
More than 1,000 measles cases have been confirmed across the U.S. this year.
Trump officials set new requirements for COVID vaccines in healthy people
Annual COVID-19 shots for healthy younger adults and children will no longer be routinely approved under a major new policy shift unveiled Tuesday by the Trump administration.
5 tips to keep your skin healthy
The weather is warmer and the outdoors may be calling, but as you spend more time under the sun, experts say protecting your skin from its rays is critical.
Healthy Headlines: Mental health awareness month
In today’s Healthy Headlines, Ramona Holloway chats with Jaren Doby, a therapist at Novant Health Psychiatric Associates, about starting a conversation around mental health and the importance of seeking help.
Hospital tells family brain-dead GA woman must carry fetus to birth because of abortion ban
A hospital is using a breathing tube and other measures to keep a brain-dead Georgia woman's body functioning because she is pregnant.
The US has 1,001 measles cases and 11 states with active outbreaks
The US has 1,001 measles cases and 11 states with active outbreaks.
US overdose deaths fell 27% last year but remain above prepandemic levels
An estimated 80,000 people died from overdoses last year in the US, a 27% drop from 2023.
EPA plans to drop limits on some 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
The Environmental Protection Agency says it will roll back limits on several types of so-called forever chemicals in drinking water.
Nodule found in former President Joe Biden’s prostate during routine physical exam
A small nodule was found in the prostate of former President Joe Biden during a routine physical exam, a spokesperson said Tuesday.
At least 10 people sickened in US listeria outbreak linked to prepared foods
At least 10 people in the U.S. have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat food products, and a producer is voluntarily recalling several products.
Shingles vaccine may cut heart disease risk
The shingles vaccine may not only prevent shingles, but also lower your risk of heart disease and stroke, according to a new study.
Healthy Headlines: What to know about strokes
In today’s Novant Healthy Headlines, Ramona Holloway chats with Dr. Zaid Hage, a Novant Health neurosurgeon, about the stroke signs we should all be aware of and the importance to react and get medical attention quickly.
Local dermatologist talks importance of skin cancer checks during Skin Cancer Awareness Month
For the month of May, Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery is offering free skin cancer checks for new patients at select locations in recognition of Melanoma Monday and Skin Cancer Awareness Month.
CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years
More U.S. children have died this flu season than at any time since the swine flu pandemic 15 years ago, according to a federal report released Friday.
Trump's health agency urges therapy for transgender youth, not broader gender-affirming health care
The Trump administration is calling for more reliance on behavioral therapy for transgender youth instead of broader gender-affirming medical care.
Whooping cough cases are rising again in the US
Whooping cough cases are rising, and doctors are bracing for yet another tough year.
NC Health Dept.: Mpox virus particles detected in wastewater
The detections were found in wastewater samples collected on March 25, March 28 and April 8 from a treatment plant in Greenville.
Measles cases could spread over spring break
With people traveling for spring break, many health officials are concerned that the number of measles cases could spike.
How to prevent blood clots during travel
From spring break to summer vacations, we are heading into the time of the year when people like to travel. But if you’re going to go a long distance, there’s a potential danger that health experts say you should know about.
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