COVID-19 & Health News

Novant House Call: Keeping Young Athletes In The Game And Out Of The Doctor's Office

Novant Health stops by to talk about common sports injuries, and how to stay on the field and out of the doctor's office.

McDonald's Says Most Burgers Now Preservative-Free

Following years of reformulating at McDonald's, most of the burgers it serves in the U.S. are now preservative-free.

Colorado Meatpacker Recalls Ground Beef After E. Coli Death

A Colorado meatpacker is recalling more than 132,000 pounds (60,000 kilograms) of ground beef after a suspected E. coli outbreak killed one person and sickened 17, officials said.

Mold In Buildings Flooded By Hurricane Florence Presents Health Risks; Health Officials Encourage Precautions

As North Carolinians begin to clean up debris and building interiors that may have been exposed to flooding or standing water caused by Hurricane Florence, state health officials are cautioning them to be mindful of the hazards associated with mold and other contaminants that may be present inside homes and other buildings.

Colorado Meat Packer Recalls Ground Beef After E. Coli Death

A Colorado meat packer is recalling more than 132,000 pounds (60,000 kilograms) of ground beef after an E. coli outbreak killed one person and sickened 17.

American Red Cross: Blood Donors Needed After Hurricane Florence

As the American Red Cross responds to Hurricane Florence, blood and platelet donors are urged to give when it’s safe to travel to care for patients in the storm’s path and across the country.

Coca-Cannabis? Coke Analyzing Cannabis In Wellness Drinks

The Coca-Cola Company said Monday it is “closely watching” the expanding use of a cannabis element in drinks, another sign cannabis and cannabis-infused products are getting more acceptance in mainstream culture and a harder look from long-established pillars of American business.

New Era In Virtual Reality Therapy For Common Phobias

Research shows VR therapy can lead to real-world gains for people with phobias, and works as well as traditional exposure therapy, which slowly subjects patients to what causes anxiety for them.

Local Mom Delivers Baby in Family's Kitchen

A local mom thought she had plenty of time to get to the hospital to give birth to her third baby. But the baby had other plans. Now, meet Mia and the Rock Hill firefighters who came to her rescue.

Novant Health, Girl Talk Foundation Inc. Hosting 'Healthy Moms, Healthy Girls' Event

Novant Health and Girl Talk Foundation, Inc. are partnering to host a free workshop for mothers and daughters focusing on health and wellness.

Major Opioid Maker To Pay For Overdose-Antidote Development

A company whose prescription opioid marketing practices are being blamed for sparking the addiction and overdose crisis says it’s helping to fund an effort to make a lower-cost overdose antidote.

Charlotte Bat Tests Positive For Rabies

CMPD Animal Care & Control says a bat found on August 24 has tested positive for rabies.

Children's Advil Recalled Due To Overdose Concerns

Children's Advil has been recalled because of overdose concerns.

Novant Health Offers ‘Black And Blue Clinic’ To Address High School Sports Injuries

Just in time for the start of a new sports season, Novant Health has opened two “black and blue” clinics dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of sports-related injuries.

Why Specialists Say NC Overdose Deaths Rising

North Carolina ranks number two for the highest increase in overdose deaths in the U.S.

Study: Smokers Better Off Quitting, Even With Weight Gain

If you quit smoking and gain weight, it may seem like you’re trading one set of health problems for another. But a new U.S. study finds you’re still better off in the long run.

Charlotte Veteran To VA: Why Should I Trust You With Anything

While some veterans receive great service, others contact WCCB Charlotte with concerns.

Two Dozen Schools Test Positive For Lead After CMS Conducts "Proactive" Water Quality Tests

A report released by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools on Monday shows a voluntary and "proactive" water quality test has resulted in two dozen schools testing positive for lead.

NC Health Officials Issue Warning About Kellogg's Honey Smacks Cereal

Inspectors with the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services are issuing a warning to consumers to not purchase or consume Kellogg’s Honey Smacks cereal due to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka.

2 Cases Of Whooping Cough Confirmed In Caldwell County

Health officials announced Thursday that two cases of Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, were confirmed earlier this week.

Boil Advisory In Effect For The Town Of Dallas, NC

A water boil advisory is in effect for residents in the Town of Dallas after officials say a Treatment Technique Failure was discovered during recent tests.