The importance of grilling safety
Grilling is a great way to cook a variety of foods, but it can also be dangerous.
USA Vein Clinics emphasizes CVI awareness following President Trump's diagnosis
Leg swelling led to Trump's CVI diagnosis. USA Vein Clinics stresses the importance of recognizing symptoms for early detection.
Healthy Headlines: Life-changing replacement procedures
In today’s Novant Healthy Headlines, Tonya Rivens talks with Dr. James Fraser, a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with Novant Health Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Cotswold, about hip and knee replacement procedures, and how it can be life changing for people who have learned to live with pain and discomfort.
Trump is checked for swelling in legs and diagnosed with vein condition
The White House says President Donald Trump had a recent medical checkup after he noticed “mild swelling” in his legs.
Novant Health building new residency programs in Charlotte, enhancing healthcare in the region
Novant Health is making an investment in the future of medicine by expanding its graduate medical education offerings in Charlotte, marking a new era in Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center’s 100-year legacy.
Healthy Headlines: What women need to know about pap smear tests
In today’s Novant Healthy Headlines, Tonya Rivens chats with Dr. Savannah Pena, an OB/GYN with Novant Health Mintview OB/GYN in Ballantyne, who breaks down what women need to know about getting a regular pap spear test done, and how it’s quite common to have an abnormal result at some point in life.
South Carolina Department Of Public Health confirms first measles case of 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an Upstate resident. This is the first confirmed case of measles reported in South Carolina since September 2024.
Millions of people could lose access to food and healthcare under federal budget
The so called "Big Beautiful Bill" is now the law of the land. The federal budget will cut funding for social services like SNAP benefits and Medicaid while also cutting taxes for some Americans. Millions of people across the Carolinas could soon lose healthcare and food assistance.
Extended agreement between Medic & CFD to end in July
The contract between Medic and Charlotte Fire is set to end after the two agreed to a six month extension back in January. The two remain in discussions.
How an empty North Carolina rural hospital explains a GOP senator's vote against Trump's tax bill
An empty hospital in Williamston, North Carolina, offers an evocative illustration of why Republican Sen. Thom Tillis would buck his party leaders to vote down President Donald Trump's signature domestic policy package.
Rising Spotlight: Hydrate Medical
In today’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with Dr. Jonathan Leake, co-owner and medical director of Hydrate Medical, Charlotte’s original IV hydration clinic.
Federal and state officials crack down on healthcare fraud in the Carolinas
Nine people are now facing charges, accused of stealing millions from Medicaid in North and South Carolina. The alleged schemes involved submitting fraudulent claims for services that were never given, using stolen patient information.
Medic: 7 people treated for smoke inhalation on Charlotte Douglas Airport tarmac
Seven people were treated for smoke inhalation late Friday night on the tarmac at Charlotte Douglas Airport, that's according to Medic.
US Supreme Court votes to allow states to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood
The case started in South Carolina. Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order saying abortion providers don't qualify for Medicaid users. A Medicaid patient sued to get birth control services through the clinic.
NCDHHS confirms 1st case of measles in state this year
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the first case of measles in the state this year.
Charlotte woman with stage 4 cancer told to leave mold infested apartment
Cynthia Lidge was informed last week by an attorney hired by Dawson Property Management that an inspection found black mold in her apartment. She had one week to vacate.
MEDIC brings mass casualty bus to Uptown for Club World Cup match in extreme heat
Triple digit heat sets over Charlotte where tens of thousands of people sit under the sun on the hottest day of the year so far for a FIFA Club World Cup match at Bank of America stadium.
Healthy Headlines: What to know about chronic inflammation
In today’s Novant Healthy Headlines, Tonya Rivens chats with Dr. Brian Ingold, a family medicine provider at Novant Health Arboretum Family & Sports Medicine, about chronic inflammation, what it is, and what we can do to help alleviate it.
FDA approves the world's only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the world’s only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettuccine sold at Walmart and Kroger
A listeria food poisoning outbreak that has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss is linked to newly recalled heat-and-eat chicken fettucine alfredo products sold at Kroger and Walmart stores, federal health officials said.
Supreme Court upholds TN ban on gender-affirming care for transgender kids
The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors.
Purdue Pharma, Sackler family agree to $7.4 billion settlement for opioid crisis role
Purdue Pharma and the family who previously owned the company will have to pay more than $7 billion for it's role in the opioid epidemic. It's the largest settlement in American history.
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