Rising Spotlight: Grifols Plasma
Grifols has started a nationwide plasma campaign to save and improve lives. Grifols corporate affairs director, Vlasta Hakes, joins Rising to discuss plasma and how you can donate in the Charlotte area.
Rising Spotlights
Rising Spotlight: U.S. Bank Opens New Location in Charlotte
U.S. Bank Charlotte Hub Leader, Ashley Cumberbatch, joins Rising to discuss the bank's new branch location and grand opening in Charlotte.
Rising Spotlight: Humane Society of Charlotte We Are Family Capital Campaign
Small gifts add up to make a major impact and the Humane Society of Charlotte wants everyone to be part of making its new Animal Resource Center a reality.
Healthy Headlines: How To Cope With Stress And Anxiety From Home
Many people can feel overwhelmed with work, school, and family obligations. Melissa Welch, a Novant Health licensed clinical social worker, has these tips to incorporate into your daily routine and hopefully relieve anxious moments.
Rising Spotlight: Clair Campbell from Campbell & Associates Discusses Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Cancer Lawsuits
Clair Campbell of Campbell & Associates joins Rising to discuss the Johnson & Johnson talcum powder lawsuits and how you can get help if you or someone you know is possibly affected by these products.
Rising Spotlight: Charlotte Doors And Closets
Spending more time indoors? Update the look and feel of your whole home with Charlotte Doors and Closets!
Rising Spotlight: Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical Phenomenal Aire Air Purification System
Acosta Heating, Cooling & Electrical, one of our "Home Is Where The Heart Is" giveaway partners, has technology that is able to deactivate viruses in the air and on hard surfaces.
Healthy Headlines: The Importance Of Early Screenings For Colon Cancer
On today's Healthy Headlines, Dr. Laura Heidelberg with Novant Health joins Rising to discuss colonoscopies and why you shouldnβt delay yours.
Healthy Headlines: Why It's Important To Get A Flu Vaccination During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Karan Shukla of Novant Health discusses some of the similarities and differences between flu and COVID-19, and why itβs important to get a flu vaccination to protect yourself and others during this time of pandemic.Β
Healthy Headlines: Novant Health "Sugar Shutdown" 10-Day Challenge
On this week's Healthy Headlines, Novant Health is inviting you to sign up for βSugar Shutdown,β a free, 10-day challenge that will help you cut out added sugar from your diet and replace it with healthy alternatives.
Healthy Headlines: Novant Health Opens Wallace Cancer Institute
On Wednesday, Novant Health opened the Wallace Cancer Institute, which is adjacent to the NovantΒ HealthΒ Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury. TheΒ 32,000-square-foot building combines Novant Healthβs radiation oncology and medical oncology departments and will provide additional support services that make it a single destination for cancer patients and their caregivers.
Healthy Headlines: The Women's Center At Novant Health's SouthPark Medical Plaza
On this week's Healthy Headlines, the Womenβs Center at Novant Healthβs SouthPark Medical Plaza is a new facility that includes 10 specialty clinics, all designed to handle womenβs health needs and tailor care to each woman.
Rising Spotlight: Count on Me CLT
Count on Me CLT is a public service campaign, aimed at raising awareness of wearing face coverings as a way to protect others first.
Healthy Headlines: How To Care For Your Skin While Wearing Face Masks
Face masks are safe to wear, even for extended periods, but unfortunately wearing masks can cause skin problems for some people.
Healthy Headlines: Adjusted Practices And Protocols To Maximize Patient Safety During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Novant HealthΒ has adjusted practices and protocols to maximize patient safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a look at whatΒ extra security measures youΒ can expect in NovantΒ HealthΒ clinics and medical centers.
Healthy Headlines: Novant Health's βWhite Coats For Black Livesβ Rally
Novant Health recognizes that every person is different and is shaped by unique life experiences, enabling the healthcare system to better understand its team members and the communities it serves. Team members recently came together for a βWhite Coats for Black Livesβ rally at each of the healthcare systemβs 15 hospitals.
Rising Spotlight: Mister Sparky Talks Energy Usage At Home During COVID-19
With more people spending time indoors due to COVID-19, energy usage in the home has increased significantly. Rusty Wise, owner of Mister Sparky, discusses some of the problems they have been seeing and the services they offer.
Auger & Auger's Doghouse: Meet Larry!
This week in Auger & Auger's Doghouse we have Larry! Larry is 3-years-old, has a lot of energy, and loves toys!
Healthy Headlines: How To Travel Safely With Kids During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Novant Health pediatrician, Dr. Kym Selden, joins Rising to talk about things to consider and some tips on how to stay safe when traveling with children.
Wilson's World: Learning About Sloths With Riverbanks Zoo!
Today on Wilson's World, Milo Anderson from Riverbanks Zoo joins Wilson to talk about Sloths!
Healthy Headlines: How To Stay Safe If You Decide To Fly
Airline travel is increasing, which puts people close to each other for long periods of time. How safe is that for you, and what can you do to protect yourself from COVID-19 if you do fly?
Healthy Headlines: How To Reboot Your Mindset
The unsettling times in our country can increase your stress, which can impact your mental and physical health. In today's Healthy Headlines, Madhavi Parikh of Novant Health Integrative Medicine offers some helpful techniques.
Healthy Headlines: Simple Yoga Moves To Help Ease Stress
You don't have to master complex yoga positions to ease stress during the COVID-19 pandemic. This video by Angela Gallagher of Novant Health Integrative Medicine will help you with a few moves you can do anywhere.
Healthy Headlines: Staying Safe Against COVID-19 As Services In Novant Health Clinics Resume
Novant Health clinics are taking extra security measures at all of its locations to protect everyone during and after a patient's visit.
Honoring Our Heroes: Novant Health Honors Dr. Wheeler Jervis
Novant Health honors Novant Health Critical Care Physician and Medical Director of ICU, Dr. Wheeler Jervis.
Healthy Headlines: The Benefits of Aromatherapy
Is there too much anxiety in your life? The use of essential oils is a safe, proven, and affordable method to help ease some of your mental strife.
Healthy Headlines: Taking On Daily Challenges With More Energy During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Nothing is easy now during the COVID-19 pandemic. But you can change your outlook, boost resilience, and take on daily challenges with more energy by asking yourself these few questions every day.
Healthy Headlines: The Benefits of Music Therapy
Dr. Lisa Jervis, an OB-GYN at Novant Health Integrative Medicine, plays the guitar. She encourages us to try to incorporate music in our daily lives, which is especially important during the stressful COVID-19 pandemic.
Healthy Headlines: Tips For Staying Active And Healthy During Pandemic
Novant Healthβs Dr. Eric Warren explains how working out your body can be a boost to your immunity, help you sleep better, and improve your mental health.
The Charlotte Humane Society's Annual Pet Palooza Walk Has Been Rerouted To A Virtual Setting
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Charlotte Humane Society's annual Pet Palooza Walk for the Animals has been rerouted to a virtual setting! You can join the fun this Saturday, April 25th!
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Dr. Britt Christmas
Atrium Health is honoring trauma surgeon, Dr.Britt Christmas
Healthy Headlines: When And How To Utilize Masks In Public Places
Dr. Genevieve Brauning of Novant Health joins Rising to discuss the finer points of when and how to utilize masks in public places.
Honoring Our Heroes: Atrium Health Honors Nurse Brittany Bennett
Atrium Health is honoring medical-surgical nurse, Brittany Bennett.
