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'It's a gamechanger & it's a reason for hope,' neurologist describes

WEBOn Dec. 1, 2023, UNC Health Pardee became the first hospital in WNC to administer a dose of a new Alzheimer’s drug that has shown promising benefits.

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Medicaid expansion to benefit over 600,000 North Carolinians: …

WEBASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The countdown continues to the launch of Medicaid expansion in North Carolina. Beginning Dec. 1, health insurance will become …

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Agreement between UNC Health, UnitedHealthcare prevents 'out …

WEBFeb. 12, 2024 - Pictured: Pardee Hospital in Hendersonville, NC -- UNC Health announced on March 28, 2024 that it had signed a new, long-term agreement …

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'Cancer will be cured,' scientist behind immunotherapy treatment

WEBJAN. 17, 2024 - Dr. Tom Wagner's research uses the body's immune system to treat cancer. (Photo credit: WLOS staff) Wagner, who said he never failed to produce a …

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'Not sustainable:' Primary care doctors burned out, leaving …

WEBAPRIL 17, 2024 - A nationwide doctor shortage is causing major concerns for those living in Western North Carolina, as the effects are being felt locally.

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AdventHealth plans expansion to meet rising healthcare demands

WEBOct. 10, 2023 - AdventHealth is aiming for a November 2024 grand opening of its new medical office building. (Photo credit: WLOS Staff)

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Patient deaths, injuries, care delays at Mission detailed in newly

WEBPatient deaths, injuries, care delays at Mission detailed in newly-released report< >. A letter from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) on Feb. 1, 2024, …

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North Carolina's approval process delays Weaverville hospital from

WEBMARCH 20, 2024 - AdventHealth announced on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, that it plans to build its new multispecialty hospital on a property in Weaverville, off US 25/70 west of I-26.

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Vaya Health launches new foster care recruitment drive to meet …

WEBASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — There is a new foster care recruitment campaign in western North Carolina. Vaya Health is partnering with local social services …

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Henderson County health officials report outbreak of whooping …

WEBHENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Henderson County health officials says an outbreak of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, has been reported. A …

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New freestanding ER will serve population that's 'growing …

WEBFILE - Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC - Mission Health announced on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023 that the company's Certificate of Need (CON) had been …

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MAHEC closes its Post-Acute COVID Clinic

WEBMountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) announced on its website that the Post-Acute COVID Clinic would be closing at the end of January 2024. MAHEC …

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More doctors now training in the mountains thanks to new

WEBASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — More doctors are now coming to Western North Carolina for their training. WLOS. Mountain Area Health Education Center, also …

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Sen. Julie Mayfield introduces act to regulate NC hospital mergers

WEBASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — State Sen. Julie Mayfield (D-District 4) on Thursday announced Senate Bill 16, also known as the Preserving Competition in …

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Brevard mayor responds to NC attorney general's lawsuit against …

WEBBREVARD, N.C. (WLOS) — Brevard's mayor weighed in after North Carolina's attorney general announced he's filing a lawsuit against HCA Healthcare. …

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Take the survey: Residents' input to help mold Buncombe …

WEBAPRIL 4, 2024 - Buncombe County is encouraging all residents to participate in a health survey leaders said will play a crucial role in determining specific needs the community has.

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'What happened to Mission

WEBClements is one of 16 people whose experience is part of the recently filed lawsuit against Mission Health. The North Carolina Attorney General filed the lawsuit …

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Federal judge permits lawsuit against HCA and Mission Hospital …

WEBASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A federal judge says a complaint filed by four western North Carolina cities and counties against HCA Healthcare and Mission …

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Girl Scouts unveils new patches focusing on mental health and …

WEBMARCH 18, 2024 - The Girl Scouts partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness and the HCA Healthcare Foundation to unveil three new patches to encourage mental …

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New manufacturing center in Asheville producing PPE for frontline

WEBASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A new manufacturing center in the mountains is now producing facemasks for frontline healthcare workers. The new plant in Asheville, …

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Transylvania Regional Hospital celebrates 90 years of serving the …

WEBSept. 7, 2023 - Transylvania Regional Hospital celebrated its 90th birthday on Saturday with an event that was open to the community. (Photo courtesy: Mission Health)

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