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Crucial Vote Could Determine Fate of GOP Healthcare Plan

A crucial vote in the U.S. House Thursday could determine the fate of the GOP's plan to repeal and replace Obamacare. More than 20 Republicans say they won't vote for the bill.

A Lincoln County School Is Taking Extra Precautions Over Growing Cold and Flu Concerns

School officials are asking for help from parents as the number of flu and cold related absences climb.

Men's Health: Being Healthy while Eating Out

CHARLOTTE, NC -- Eating out at restaurants all the time, or even once a week can be risky if you're on a diet. Men's Health Editor Paul Kita stopped by Rising this…

Reported Flu Deaths Climb To 110 In North Carolina

Twenty flu deaths were reported in North Carolina for the week ending March 11, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

New Legislation Would Limit Medical Malpractice Rewards

New legislation filed in Washington is coming to light that limits how much pain and suffering is worth. The bill puts a cap on what a patient can receive due to injury caused by medical negligence.

Flu-Related Deaths Continue To Rise In North Carolina

State health officials are urging residents to take extra precaution this flu season as the number of confirmed flu cases and flu-related deaths continue to rise in North Carolina.

Marathon Debate Goes On As GOP Pushes Ahead On Health Bill

Determined House Republicans pushed ahead Thursday with divisive legislation to undo former President Barack Obama's health care law, holding marathon all-night voting sessions in key committees despite Democratic protest and intense opposition from doctors and consumer groups.

Zell or Zilch: Products for Moms

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Novant Health House Call: The Importance of Sleep for Kids

How important a good night’s sleep is for kids.

Bacon, Soda & Too Few Nuts Tied To Big Portion of US Deaths

Gorging on bacon, skimping on nuts? These are among food habits that new research links with deaths from heart disease, strokes and diabetes.

Permit Issued To Whitewater Center, Water Activities Are Now Open

Mecklenburg County health inspectors just issued a permit to the US National Whitewater Center that will allow them to start their water activities.

List Of Wines Cited In Lawsuit As Having High Arsenic Levels

The 83 bottles of wine cited in a lawsuit this week as having dangerously high levels of arsenic came from 28 California wineries and were bottled under 31 different brand labels.

House Call: Colon Cancer Awareness

A new study was just released saying colon cancer is on the rise in millennials and middle-aged adults over the past four decades.

County Manager Says Most Affected Patients Have Been Reached, Changes Coming After Mishandling Of Pap Smear Test

The County Manager issued a statement Monday to provide an update on the recent mishandling of 185 patients' pap smear tests.

Coke Says It Supports WHO's Sugar Guidelines

Coke says it supports the World Health Organization's guidelines for limiting added sugar, as the company works on repairing its image in public health circles and reshaping its business.

House Call: Heart Disease

Heart Disease kills more Americans than any other disease. In 2013, more than 800,000 Americans died as a result of cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association.

Petition Prompts Bojangles' To Phase Out Use Of Antibiotics In It's Chicken

Bojangles' says it is phasing out the use of chickens raised on antibiotics.

Flu Update: Hospitals Preparing as Deaths Increase

Pharmacists and doctors are seeing an increase in the number of children coming in with serious flu complications in the Carolinas.

Officials Warn Surgical Machines May Have Exposed Some Open-Heart/Transplant Patients To Rare Bacteria

Officials are warning open-heart and certain transplant patients that a surgical machine may have exposed them to a rare bacteria.

The Snark: Derek's Snark Ends the Week on a High Note...and a Big Surprise Thanks to Wilson and Steve Smith

Fridays are always fun on the Snark, but today was the topper, thanks to a surprise visit on set from Wilson and Derek's good buddy, Steve Smith.

House Call: Juvenile Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease that is frequently misunderstood by parents, particularly when it comes to their young children. Many parents may not even realize that type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease, and not one that develops from your health habits.