Raleigh, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is reporting a notable rise in flu activity statewide, along with an increase in flu-related deaths early in the season. Three additional deaths were reported over the past week, bringing the total number of flu-related deaths to nine. This exceeds the number…… read more »
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NCDHHS Reports Rising Flu Activity and Increase in Flu-Related Deaths Across North Carolina
UNC Health Wayne Expands Diabetes Prevention Efforts with New Community Programs
GOLDSBORO — UNC Health Wayne is ramping up its fight against diabetes in Wayne County, providing free screenings, education, and a new prevention program designed to help high-risk residents make lasting lifestyle changes. Billy Tart, coordinator of the Diabetes Health Check Program, says the initiative focuses on finding residents who may not realize they are…… read more »
Breaking the Cycle: North Carolina Launches FACT Teams to Bridge Mental Health and Justice Systems
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), alongside First Lady Anna Stein, has announced the launch of a new pilot program designed to help individuals with severe mental health needs successfully transition back into their communities after involvement with the criminal justice system. The initiative, backed by a…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Loan Repayment Program to Address Rural Nursing Shortage
New Initiative Offers Tax-Free Educational Loan Relief for Nurses in Underserved Areas WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has announced a new financial incentive program aimed at attracting registered nurses to rural and underserved communities across the state. The North Carolina Nurse Initiative will provide tax-free educational loan…… read more »
North Carolina Celebrates First Year of Aging Plan with Student Contest
State initiative marks milestone as demographic shifts point to rapidly growing senior population WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is marking the one-year anniversary of All Ages, All Stages NC, the state’s comprehensive plan to address the needs of its rapidly expanding aging population. To commemorate the milestone,…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Digital Mental Health Initiative for Veterans
State Partners with CHESS Health and Diamond Mind to Provide Specialized Recovery Support Through Mobile App WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced a new initiative aimed at supporting the mental health and recovery needs of the state’s veteran population through enhanced digital resources. In partnership…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Learning Community to Expand Mental Health Access Through Community Clinics
New initiative aims to strengthen Community Behavioral Health Clinics statewide WAYNE COUNTY, N.C.. — North Carolina is taking significant steps to expand mental health and substance use services across the state with the launch of the AdvaNCe Health Together Learning Community, a comprehensive training and collaboration initiative designed to support Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs).…… read more »
North Carolina Reports First Flu Death of 2025-2026 Season
Western NC Adult Dies from Flu Complications as Health Officials Urge Vaccinations RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday the first flu-related death of the 2025-2026 flu season, marking an early and sobering reminder of the virus’s potentially fatal consequences. An adult in the western part of the…… read more »
Johnston County Health Department Offers Free NARCAN Training to Combat Opioid Overdoses
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — The Johnston County Public Health Department, in partnership with the Opioid Task Force, will host a free community NARCAN training session designed to equip residents with life-saving skills to respond to opioid overdoses. The training will take place on Friday, October 10, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Johnston County…… read more »
North Carolina Pharmacists Authorized to Test and Treat Influenza Starting October 1
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — North Carolina pharmacists gained new authority Tuesday to test patients for influenza and immediately prescribe antiviral treatments, a move state health officials say will increase access to care during the upcoming respiratory virus season. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced that State Health Director Dr. Larry Greenblatt…… read more »
