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.
'Dry January' forces local breweries to adapt
The first month of the year has always been a tough time for the hospitality industry. It's gotten a lot worse in recent years with the growing popularity of Dry January. A study by Civic Science found 25% of Americans are cutting out alcohol this month.
Medic extends first responder contract with Charlotte Fire
Medic and the Charlotte Fire Department have reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), extending the current First Responder agreement for six months.
Approaching winter storm threatens community blood supply
As the first major winter storm of 2025 approaches, The Blood Connection (TBC) is urgently calling for blood donations to prevent a critical shortage.
Scientists find new source of ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Scientists discover concerning new source of ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water.
Concord Mom glues eye shut after mistaking nail glue for eye drops
A Concord mother is recovering after accidentally gluing her eyelid shut because she thought her nail glue was her eye drops. It turns out the mistake may be more common than you think.
New call for cancer warnings on alcohol
The U.S. Surgeon General is calling for updated health warning labels on alcoholic beverages. He wants people to know about the increased cancer risk.
Surgeon General calls for new label on drinks to warn Americans of alcohol's cancer risk
Alcohol is a leading cause of cancer, a risk that should be clearly labeled on drinks Americans consume, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy proposed on Friday. Murthy’s advisory comes as research and evidence mounts about the bad effects that alcohol has on human health.
Cruise ship illnesses hit 12-year high
Gastrointestinal cases on cruise ships hit a 12 year high in 2024.
Experts say one exercise could help ease lower back pain
Lower back pain can have a significant impact on your body, limiting range of motion, and even causing pain that radiates to other parts of the body. Experts say one exercise could help.
National Institues of Health calling for more action on bird flu
Leaders at the National Institutes of Health are calling for more action on bird flu.
'Winter Arc' is replacing New Year's resolutions for some
A new year brings new goals. But studies have shown that most people don’t tend to uphold their New Year’s resolutions much past the first month. So in an attempt to reframe the thinking around new year goal-setting, a new wellness trend has popped up online.
CDC says respiratory viruses surging in the US
The CDC is warning of a surge in multiple viruses.
NC offering free residential radon test kits
In recognition of National Radon Action Month, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is providing 2,000 free radon test kits available beginning Jan. 1, 2025.
FDA updates healthy food requirements
The FDA is making it easier for consumers to know if the food they are buying is truly healthy. In a final rule issued Thursday, the FDA said in order for…
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