Health News

Gaston County Reports Third Coronavirus Related Death

The Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services (Gaston DHHS) is confirming the county's third death associated with novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).

Cleveland County Deputy Tests Positive For COVID-19

According to officials, a Cleveland County Deputy Sheriff has tested positive for the coronavirus. The notification was made Wednesday afternoon.

Harris Teeter Limiting Number Of Customers Allowed Inside To Encourage Social Distancing

Harris Teeter supermarkets will limit the number of customers allowed inside at one time starting Wednesday to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the company announced.

Mecklenburg County Parks Now Closed To Vehicle Traffic Amid COVID-19 Restrictions

The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department says all parks are now closed to vehicles except bicycles.

Teen Pilot Flies Medical Supplies To Rural Hospitals

Each week, TJ Kim carries gloves, masks, gowns and other equipment to small hospitals. When he made his first delivery, on March 27 to a 25-bed hospital in Luray, he was taken aback by the reception.

CDC Considers Loosening Guidelines For Some Exposed To Virus

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is considering changing its guidelines for self-isolation to make it easier for those who have been exposed to someone with the coronavirus to return to work if they are without symptoms.

COVID-19 Pet Preparedness

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Animal Care & Control Division (AC&C) and the Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) are working together to ensure pet owners in our community are aware of the importance of including a pet plan in your COVID-19 emergency preparedness planning.

Coronavirus Means Changes for Local Churches During Holy Week

It's perhaps the most sacred week on the Christian calendar. But now, local churches are preparing to hold Holy Week services in empty sanctuaries, live streaming to the faithful watching from home.

A Local Theatre Is Holding Virtual Auditions To Keep The Arts Alive Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Theatre Charlotte is putting on 'Quarantine: The Musical'.

The Importance of Social Distancing During This Pandemic

What you can’t see can kill.

Nc Executive Order Will Lay Out Retail Restictions

NC Executive Order Will Lay Out Retail Restrictions

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is working on retail restrictions to be announced in the coming days.

NCDHHS To Provide Financial Support To Essential Workers And Child Care Providers

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is providing financial assistance to help essential workers afford child care and bonuses to child care teachers and staff who provide care during the COVID-19 crisis.

Cabarrus Paramedic Tests Positive For COVID-19

Cabarrus County announced one of its EMS paramedics has tested positive for COVID-19. Employees were informed on Tuesday, also work-related safety measures and off-duty best practices were reinforced.

Scam Alert: Watch Out For Three New Coronavirus Scams

As COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, continues to spread across North America, scammers continue to cash in. Don’t fall victim to these three scams.

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Experts: Distancing Rules Improve North Carolina Hospital Odds

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and health researchers laid groundwork on Monday to convince the public that social distancing orders could be needed beyond April to preserve hospital beds, dull COVID-19′s spread and save lives.

CATS Bus Driver Fears For Safety Over Crowded Buses, Colleague Tests Positive For Virus

Many CATS workers say they’re afraid to do their jobs.

Gaston Co. Man Dies from Coronavirus After Two Week Hospital Stay

A Gaston County family is mourning a husband and father who died from coronavirus. Virgil Sutton passed away Sunday night, just two weeks after becoming sick.

Authorities Stress Social Distancing as Complaints Top 1400

As many people throughout Charlotte and North Carolina hunker down in their homes, some are ignoring the orders and violating the laws.

Mecklenburg County Detention Officer Tests Positive For COVID-19

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office says a detention officer has tested positive for the coronavirus after getting tested over the weekend.

Cabarrus Health Alliance Suggests People Should Follow CDC's Cloth Face Mask Recommendations

Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA), Cabarrus County’s public health authority, suggests individuals follow recommendations issued Friday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to wear cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies)—especially in areas of significant community-based transmission.