Health News

Healthy Headlines: What to Know About Strokes

In this week's Healthy Headlines, Jacinda Jacobs talks with Dr. Ziad Hage of Novant Health about the symptoms and warning signs of strokes.

DPH Reminds Parents To Get Children Vaccinated Ahead Of Upcoming School Year

Ahead of the 2024-25 school year, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds parents to make sure their children are up to date with all required vaccines and to familiarize themselves with the updated School and Childcare Exclusion List.

President Biden Tested Positive For COVID-19

President Joe Biden will be returning to Delaware after testing positive for COVID-19.

Healthy Headlines: Open Heart Surgery

On this week's Healthy Headlines, Jacinda sits down to discuss open heart surgery and procedures with Intervention Cardiologist, Dr.Arbin Katwal with Novant's Heart and Vascular institute.

Atrium Health Recognized As A Top Hospital In The Carolinas

In new rankings released today, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Atrium Health Carolinas Rehabilitation at No. 7 on the “Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation” list.

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Iredell Memorial Hospital Critical Care Unit Expansion Now Open

Iredell Health System is pleased to announce the completion of the first phase of the Critical Care Unit (CCU) expansion at Iredell Memorial Hospital.

Rock Hill Man Loses More Than 100 Lbs. With Surgery And Is Still Shrinking

A Rock Hill man is rejoicing now that he now has the upper hand in his struggle with obesity. He once weighed more than 500 lbs., but thanks to a simple procedure, that number's shrinking every day.

Death Rates For Uterine Cancer Continue To Rise In The U.S.

Despite advances in cancer research and treatments, death rates for uterine cancer continue to rise.

Cabarrus EMS Hosting ‘Battle Of The Badges’ Blood Drive

Cabarrus County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is hosting the inaugural Cabarrus Red Cross Battle of the Badges Blood Drive.

In Wake Of Supreme Court Ruling, Biden Administration Tells Doctors To Provide Emergency Abortions

The Biden administration told emergency room doctors they must perform emergency abortions when necessary to save a pregnant woman’s health, following last week’s Supreme Court ruling that failed to settle a legal dispute over whether state abortion bans override a federal law requiring hospitals to provide stabilizing treatment.

Urgent Need For Blood Donations During July 4th Holiday

As summer begins to hit its stride, the need for these blood products in the community significantly increases while blood donor turnout typically drops.

Governor Cooper Takes Action To Lessen The Burden Of Medical Debt For North Carolinians

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and the NC Department of Health and Human Services announced new actions leveraging the state’s Medicaid program that will encourage hospitals to relieve a potential $4 billion in existing medical debt for approximately two million low and middle-income North Carolinians and ease the burden of medical debt in the future.

Novant Health Will Layoff 171 Employees In The Carolinas

Documents show Novant Health is laying off 171 employees in the Carolinas.

AP: The Supreme Court Rejects A Nationwide Opioid Settlement With OxyContin Maker Purdue Pharma

The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would have shielded members of the Sackler family who own the company from civil lawsuits over the toll of opioids but also would have provided billions of dollars to combat the opioid epidemic.

How Men Can Prioritize Therapy and Healing During Men's Mental Health Awareness Month

Studies show only 26 percent of black and Hispanic men who experience daily feelings of anxiety and depression actually seek mental health services.

Young Gay Latinos See A Rising Share Of New HIV Cases, Leading To A Call For Targeted Funding

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is years into an initiative to end the nation’s HIV epidemic by pumping hundreds of millions of dollars annually into certain states, counties and U.S. territories with the highest infection rates.

Talking Men's Mental Health Month With Craig Young

Talking Men's Mental Health Awareness Month With Bryce Young's Dad

WCCB Rising's Chris Gilmore sits down with the Dad of Carolina Panthers QB, Bryce Young about male mental health awareness and mentorship.

Dollar Tree Left Lead-Tainted Applesauce Pouches On Store Shelves For Weeks After Recall, FDA Says

Dollar Tree failed to effectively recall lead-tainted applesauce pouches linked to reports of illness in more than 500 children, leaving the products on some stores shelves for two months, the Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday.

Rock Hill Cardiologists Hit Medical Milestone With 50 Implants To Prevent Stroke

Rock Hill cardiologists have hit a milestone this year by completing 50 patient implants, putting a device called a watchman into peoples hearts.

Public Health Director Dennis Joyner Announces Retirement

Union County Public Health Director Dennis Joyner plans to retire at the end of December after a successful 38-year career in public health across North Carolina.

Atrium Health Underwrites Nearly $3 Billion in Free And Discounted Care In 2023

Atrium Health’s reinvestments into the communities it serves continues to grow. In its first year as part of Charlotte-based Advocate Health, Atrium Health provided a record amount of community benefits, totaling $2.97 billion during calendar year 2023.