COVID-19 & Health News

Stanly County Reports First Flu Death Of The Season

North Carolina flu activity remains VERY HIGH in North Carolina according to the CDC

How Daylight Saving Time Change Can Negatively Change Your Mood

Saturday night, we will turn back the clock an hour. But doctors warn the change in time can negatively change your mental health.

North Carolina & South Carolina Report VERY HIGH Level Of Flu Activity

The CDC says there have been more than 1.5 Million illnesses and 730 deaths related to the flu so far this year.

Donating Pumpkins Could Help Local Farmers With Animal Food Costs During Winter Months

Halloween is over and Thanksgiving is weeks away. What to do with those pumpkins? Donate. Throwing pumpkins to the trash is bad for the environment. However, it can make for a great snack.

A Local Family Is Raising Money For Healthcare Workers After Their Loved One Died From Covid

First Pediatric Flu Death Reported in Eastern NC

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the first pediatric death from flu for the 2022-2023 flu season.

CVS, Walgreens Announce Opioid Settlements Totaling $10B

Two of the largest U.S pharmacy chains have agreed in principle to pay a total of about $10 billion to settle lawsuits over the toll of powerful prescription opioids. In addition to the deals with CVS Health and Walgreens, a lawyer for local governments said Wednesday that settlement talks continue with Walmart.

Rsv And Flu Cases Surge Early In The Season

Local Health Officials Warn Of Rise in RSV And Flu Cases

Local doctors are raising concerns over the rise in RSV and Flu cases in the Carolinas.

CDC: Flu Cases In North Carolina At "HIGH" Level Of Spread

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says this could be the worst flu season in a decade.

Flu Cases Rise Among Kids

Flu cases are on the rise among kids in the Charlotte area, as hospitals across the country deal with three respiratory illnesses at once: flu, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and COVID-19.

Veterinarians Reporting "Outbreak" Of Canine Influenza Virus, Cough Usually First Symptom

Veterinarians around Charlotte are reporting thousands of cases of a new strain of Canine Influenza Virus. The first symptom is often a cough.

Rise In Respiratory Infections Forces Two Stanly Co. Schools To Close

Two Stanly County schools will be closed until November 1 due to a rise in respiratory illnesses among students.

CMS Leaders Put National Report Card Scores Into Perspective

Charlotte-Mecklenburg School leaders are reacting to a national report card that showed record low test scores in math and reading.

Charlotte Hornets Players Bring Halloween To Hospitalized Children

Charlotte Hornets players Cody Martin and Mason Plumlee brought Halloween gift bags and treats to the children at Novant Health Hemby Children's Hospital.

New CDC Flu Data Shows A Slight Uptick In North Carolina Flu Infections

Despite warnings that its going to be a bad flu season, North Carolina's flu season is off to a slow start.

The Masks We Wear When Stressed & Their Frightening Effects

Masking our stress can have some frightening effects on our body.

School Staff Report Sewage Overflow Near Eastway Middle School

A blockage of wipes and paper towels is being blamed for sewage overflow in East Charlotte

White House Hosts Local Officials, Touts Impact of Policies

The White House has a new effort to show local governments what it can do for their communities, hosting North Carolina officials to highlight funding opportunities and hear firsthand how coronavirus relief, infrastructure dollars and other policies are faring locally.