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Health insurance changes coming for state employees as

WebFor the first time in four decades, a new company won the state contract to manage health insurance for more than 700,000 North Carolina state employees, …

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New UNC surgical hospital to bring more beds, new procedures to …

WebTo date, over 1.7 million hours of construction has been put toward building the new UNC new surgical hospital. It will provide 26 operating rooms, 59 pre- and post …

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What is HASP -- and why does it matter for North Carolina

WebOne proposed answer is the Healthcare Access and Stabilization Program, or HASP. In short, HASP is a reimbursement program targeted for those hospitals that have …

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Air pollution and climate change threaten North Carolinians' …

WebNorth Carolina has met all health-based federal air quality standards since 2015, according to the NC Department of Environmental Quality. Wildfires and weather …

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Who should provide health care for North Carolina state workers …

WebA trial between Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and the North Carolina State Health Plan is expected to decide who should be in charge of providing health care to …

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NC hospitals rank from A to D for patient safety in annual

WebData released Monday from the Leapfrog Group ranks how hospitals across North Carolina performed in patient safety on a national report card.. The new data …

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Diet drinks may boost risk of dangerous heart condition by 20

WebDrinking a similar number of added-sugar beverages raised the risk of the condition by 10%, while drinking about four ounces of pure, unsweetened juices, such as …

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New study shows women more at risk from increased drinking

WebA new study released Friday shows women are most at risk of developing liver disease complications due to increased drinking during the pandemic. Dr. Frank …

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Duke, UNC, WakeMed all lift visitor restrictions at hospitals

WebDuke's visitation guidelines include the following restrictions: Up to four visitors at a time where space permits; switching is allowed. Visiting hours for inpatient, bone …

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Hacked health care giant makes progress in recovery, but

WebThe fallout has been acute for people trying to get their prescriptions and for doctors trying to run their health practices. CNN interviewed a woman in Colorado who …

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Mental health collaborative aims to connect students on NC

WebStudents from nine universities met in Charlotte before the start of this school year to come up with a game plan. More than six months later, The Mental Health …

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War, hostages, antisemitism: A somber backdrop to this year's

WebPassover is a major Jewish holiday, celebrated over seven or eight days each year, commemorating the exodus of ancient Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as …

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Cape Fear Valley Medical Center ends United Healthcare's

WebUnited Healthcare Medicare Advantage will cover emergency room visits at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, but patients may be responsible for a portion of the bill …

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'The Hope Center' in Fuquay Varina to offer youth crisis

WebThe former Southern Wake Hospital in Fuquay Varina is the site of the new crisis intervention service now called "The Hope Center." Alliance Health and …

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NC state health plan votes to end all coverage for Wegovy and

WebThe North Carolina State Health Plan will phase out coverage of existing prescriptions for popular weight-loss drugs, including Wegovy, as of April 1. That was the …

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NC hospital system settles patients Meta Pixel lawsuit for $6.6

WebNovant Health settles lawsuit for $6.6 million. Novant Health, a major hospital system in North Carolina, has agreed to a multi-million dollar settlement over its …

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UNC Health signs long-term contract with UnitedHealthcare, …

WebUNC Health announced Thursday it signed a long-term agreement with UnitedHealthcare, which will keep thousands of North Carolina patients in network when …

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Snorkeler hospitalized after incident in pool at Cary Lifetime

WebA man is in critical condition after an attempt to snorkel in the pool at a Cary gym. The emergency call to Lifetime Fitness, at 1700 Regency Parkway, came in just …

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Cybertrucks recalled: Tesla recalls nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks

WebTesla has recalled nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks. The recall was announced over faulty accelerator concerns, where the accelerator could sometimes become stuck …

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Raleigh activists call for increased tree plantings amid development

WebA Wake County assessment released last year found that Raleigh lost 1,305 acres of trees in a decade. It's prompted a group called the Oak Folk Collective to ask …

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'I felt violated': Patients learn woman used fake name to get

WebGranville Health System sent out a letter saying Ellis used a fake name and credentials to get hired as a sonographer. The medical center released a statement …

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How to know if a toll bill text is real, or part of a scam

WebAccording to the FBI, the scam text resembles this: (State Toll Service Name): We've noticed an outstanding toll amount of $12.51 on your record. To avoid a …

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I-440 project at Blue Ridge Road: Completion delayed until late …

WebWRAL News learned Friday the I-440 and Blue Ridge Road Improvements project is two years behind schedule, now expected to be complete in fall 2025. …

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All lanes of I-85 closed in both directions due to crash

WebToday. All lanes of I-85 were closed in both directions on Saturday morning due to a crash in Durham County. The crash has all lanes closed near exit 183 at …

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Franklin County World War II veteran approaches his most

WebA World War II veteran in Franklin County is prepared for a special Blue Ridge Honor Flight from Asheville to Washington, D.C. Joe Balogh is among a …

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