Zika Virus: What To Know
Here is everything you need to know about the Zika virus:
Lowe's Confirms Two Employees Have Mumps
Officials at Lowe's say two of their customer support center employees are confirmed to have mumps.
Calif. Board Rejects Measure Specifying Condom Use In Porn
One after another, scores of people who make porn films for a living pleaded their case to California workplace safety officials: Don't force condoms or safety goggles or other devices designed to stop the spread of sexually transmitted diseases on them because those devices will simply stop people from watching porn films and soon they'll have no jobs at all.
Police: Teen poses as doctor, treats patients
An 18-year-old charged with posing as a doctor told ABC News that "just because someone has a title 'doctor' in front of their name does not necessarily imply M.D."
Smallest Baby Born At CMC Cleared To Go Home
One of the world's smallest surviving babies will finally get to leave the hospital and go home.
Are Multi-Vitamins Good Or Bad?
Half of all Americans take some sort of daily multi-vitamin or supplement, but are they actually helping you?
Texas Resident Gets Zika Virus After Having Sex
Zika has been sexually transmitted in Texas, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday.
Health Dept. Testing NC and SC Patients for Zika Virus
Health officials confirmed Tuesday that they are testing patients in North and South Carolina for the Zika virus.
Zika Virus Outbreak Declared International Emergency
The World Health Organization estimates there could be up to 4 million cases of the Zika virus in the Americas in the next year.
Life-Saving Developments in Treating Heroin Addiction
The North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition says it has handed out 19,000 Narcan kits to family and friends of addicts. The nose spray helps people survive overdoses.
Expecting Mothers Warned About Zika Virus
Health experts warn pregnant women to avoid visiting vacation spots like the Caribbean, Mexico and Brazil.
Charlotte Woman To Bike Across America To Support Youth Mentoring
A Charlotte woman plans to cycle across the country to raise awareness and support for youth mentoring programs.
Mother: Heroin Doesn't Care Who You Are
North Carolina ranks ninth in the country for the most heroin overdoses. Nearly 9,000 people in Mecklenburg County alone overdose due to the drug every year.
Airliners Issuing Refunds To Pregnant Passengers Due To Zika Virus
Several airlines are issuing refunds to pregnant customers who have purchased flights to counties impacted by the Zika virus.
Local EMS Motorcycle Club To Host CPR Class
A local EMS motorcycle club is offering a CPR class in east Charlotte.
Novant Health: Endometriosis
It's estimated that 1 in 10 women are affected by endometriosis, but many go undiagnosed.
Dr. Jennifer Squires Breaks Down Cold and Flu Symptoms
CHARLOTTE, N.C.-- We are officially in the winter months now, and more people are concerned about getting sick. Dr. Jennifer Squires from Novant Health breaks down cold and flu symptoms, when…
Novant Health: A New Year, A New You
We always make them, but it can be a challenge to keep up with those New Year's resolutions.
Time For Moms-To-Be To Get That Flu Shot
Okay Moms, it's time to roll up your sleeves and get those flu shots according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Novant Health: Flu Season
If you haven't noticed the flyers posted all over your workplace and signs at local drug stores... flu season is upon us.
Novant Health House Call- Tinnitus
Tinnitus affect 1 in 5 people and Novant Health is helping us recognize the symptoms
Novant Health: Poison Ivy Tips And Treatments
It's the season of poison ivy and with kids getting outdoors in the warm weather, chances are increasing that they could head home with an irritating rash.
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