Parents want more warnings after a brain-eating amoeba killed their son after outing on SC lake
Boy's parents were stunned to learn South Carolina, like most U.S. states, has no law requiring public reporting of deaths or infections from the amoeba.
STUDY: 72% of teens admit to using AI for companionship
According to a study from Common Sense Media about teens and Artificial Intelligence companions, 72% say they have used some type of AI companion platform like Chai, Character.AI and Replika.
UnitedHealth says it is under a federal investigation and cooperating
UnitedHealth Group says it is cooperating with federal criminal and civil investigations involving its market-leading Medicare business.
Health department warns illegal food vendors can make customers sick
Health officials say grabbing a late night bite to eat could bite back because officials have noticed more complaints about food vendors operating without a permit. Officials say many of the illegal vendors post up in parking lots in South End or Uptown.
Health Dept. warns of illegal food vendors
Mecklenburg County Public Health says it has received numerous complaints about vendors selling food without a permit in Uptown and South End between 8 pm and 2 am.
"Brain-eating amoeba" kills South Carolina child
Prisma Health Children's Hospital says a Midlands child has died after exposure to a freshwater amoeba known as naegleria fowleri.
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.
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