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Effects of ACP internet access program ending funding in …

WebThe Affordable Connectivity Program, which launched Dec. 31, 2021, provides eligible low-income households with a discount on internet service.

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Best hospital rankings by US News: Duke, UNC, Rex, …

WebThe 2022 “Best Hospitals” report, released Tuesday, highlighted Duke University Hospital, University of North Carolina Hospitals, UNC Rex Hospital, Duke …

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New CDC director Mandy Cohen faces challenges in new …

WebDr. Mandy Cohen, then-Secretary of the NC Department Health and Human Services, speaks at one of her regular COVID-19 press briefings June 28, 2021 at the …

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Insect & spider threats in NC: A prevention guide for …

WebThere are over 1500 species of spiders in the Carolinas. Most produce venom that can cause discomfort, but a spider bite is usually not harmful to humans. These, …

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These hospitals in Raleigh and across NC are among best …

WebThe Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog group that ranks hospitals each year based on patient safety and quality of care has chosen a Raleigh hospital as one of …

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Q&A: NCDHHS Secretary Kinsley on Medicaid expansion, …

WebA Q&A with Secretary Kinsley. Medicaid expansion launched on Dec. 1, opening the doors for hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians to gain health care …

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2023 Raleigh, Durham, Charlotte NC hospital safety …

WebNorth Carolina’s Leapfrog safety rankings: No. 1 in spring 2022. No. 7 in fall 2022. No. 6 in spring 2023. No. 3 in fall 2023. This fall, Utah was ranked #1 as the state …

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COVID patients fill ICU, emergency department at UNC …

WebHe’s been a reporter or editor for 36 years, including the last 23 at The N&O. 919-829-4739, [email protected]. UNC Johnston Health hospitals in …

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UNC Health tests an AI solution to physician burnout

WebUNC Health tests AI so focus can be on patients. Physician assistant Sarah Garwood talks with Meryl Ruda during an appointment at the UNC Family Medicine at …

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State may yank license at Strategic Behavioral in Garner

WebLast month, the state told Strategic to suspend admissions at the facility and recommended that the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services cut off …

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Medicaid expansion tied to SAVE Act with more nurse autonomy

WebMedicaid expansion needs to pass with plan granting NC nurses autonomy, lawmakers say. Schquthia Peacock, an advanced practice nurse in Cary, supports the …

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Without Wegovy, Saxenda, what does NC State Health Plan cover

WebTralene Williams, a state employee of 18 years, holds a Wegovy pen prior to administering a once weekly injection on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, in Knightdale, N.C. …

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Johnston County NC opens two COVID J&J vaccine clinic Raleigh …

WebThe Johnston County Health Department will open a second COVID-19 vaccination clinic for all adults 18 and older this week, the department said Tuesday. The …

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NC court: Cannon Mills fortune fight Atrium vs family Raleigh …

WebApril 26, 2024 5:56 AM. The battle over a North Carolina textile heir’s fortune worth millions is now headed to mediation. It’s the latest development in the legal battle …

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Recently closed Garner NC mental health center has new owner

WebDan Kane. 919-829-4861. Dan Kane began working for The News & Observer in 1997. He covered local government, higher education and the state …

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United Methodist Church delegates to debate gay rights Raleigh …

WebIt shrank from $604 million in 2016 to $347 million this year, leading to a reduction in pastors’ salaries, the report said. In 2023, Oak Grove United Methodist lay …

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Beloved dog returns to NC animal shelter, needs another home

WebKubo, previously called Wilder, came to the shelter at about 2 weeks old after his litter was abandoned in a box. A family felt he was a good fit and adopted him, …

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NC begins building new state DHHS headquarters in West Raleigh

WebThe state is building a new headquarters for the Department of Health and Human Services on the site of a former state mail service center on Blue Ridge Road in …

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Psychiatric facility in Garner NC won’t fight state shutdown

WebStrategic Behavioral Health has been operating the facility since 2012. It includes a 60-bed residential treatment facility for children, and a psychiatric hospital for …

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Judge rejects State Health Plan attempt to end BCBS lawsuit

WebRALEIGH. The fight for the 2025 contract for the administration of the State Health Plan will continue following a court ruling favorable to Blue Cross NC in its …

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Lawsuit: NC jail detainees with mental disabilities languish

WebNC accused in lawsuit of letting people with mental disabilities languish in local jails. By Virginia Bridges. April 20, 2024 8:00 AM. The N.C. Department of Health …

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Wearable Health Solutions Inc Establishes Amazon Account and …

WebWearable Health Solutions Inc. (OTC PINK:WHSI), a provider of age-tech solutions, has announce the establishment of its official Amazon account with Amazon …

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Napo Pharmaceuticals, a Jaguar Health Family Company, to Exhibit …

WebJaguar Health, Inc. (Jaguar) is a commercial stage pharmaceuticals company focused on developing novel proprietary prescription medicines sustainably derived from …

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Small plane crash closes RDU airport Wednesday morning

WebBy Richard Stradling. April 24, 2024 11:06 AM. Passengers wait for their flight in Terminal 2 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport in August 16, 2023. Ethan Hyman …

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