Guardant Health’s SHIELD Test Now Available to Veterans Through Community Care Network The Department of Veterans Affairs has approved coverage for Guardant Health’s SHIELD test, marking a significant expansion of access to the first FDA-approved blood test for colorectal cancer screening. The decision brings innovative early detection technology to the veteran community, addressing a critical…… read more »
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VA Expands Cancer Screening Access with First FDA-Approved Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
NC Health Department to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Mental Health Webinar
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a special webinar celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, focusing on the intersection of culture, identity, and mental health within Hispanic and Latino communities. The virtual event, scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m., will bring together state officials…… read more »
VA Extends Coverage for Revolutionary Blood-Based Colorectal Cancer Screening Test
Veterans and families gain access to Shield test with no copay requirement NORTH CAROLINA – U.S. veterans and their eligible family members now have access to a groundbreaking blood test for colorectal cancer screening through the Department of Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, marking a significant expansion in cancer prevention services for military families. First…… read more »
North Carolina Tackles Critical Caregiving Workforce Shortage with Strategic Initiatives
State Leaders Celebrate Progress, Outline Future Plans to Address Healthcare Worker Crisis RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina officials announced significant progress in addressing the state’s caregiving workforce shortage during a Thursday meeting of the NC Caregiving Workforce Strategic Leadership Council, while acknowledging that critical shortages continue to threaten healthcare delivery across the state. The council,…… read more »
Walmart to Host Nationwide Wellness Event Offering Free Health Screenings and Affordable Immunizations
Nearly 4,600 pharmacy locations across the country will participate in Saturday’s community health initiative WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Walmart announced it will host The Wellness Event at Walmart on Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering free health screenings, affordable immunizations, and various health-focused activities at nearly 4,600 pharmacy locations nationwide. The…… read more »
Coming up: Wayne County Chamber of Commerce to Host Rural Healthcare Summit This Week
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will convene healthcare professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders for a comprehensive Rural Healthcare Summit on Wednesday, September 10, aimed at addressing critical healthcare access challenges across Eastern North Carolina. The day-long event, scheduled from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., will bring together regional partners for…… read more »
North Carolina Celebrates 988 Day as ASL Crisis Services Mark Two-Year Milestone
State Recognizes National 988 Day While Highlighting Accessibility Improvements for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is celebrating national 988 Day while commemorating the second anniversary of American Sign Language (ASL) services becoming available through the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Public Archive of Nearly 5 Million Juul Internal Documents
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina has launched a comprehensive public archive containing nearly 5 million internal Juul Labs documents, providing unprecedented insight into the marketing strategies and business practices that contributed to widespread youth vaping addiction. The Juul Labs Document Repository, developed through a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services,…… read more »
NCDHHS to Host Employment Resource Fair for North Carolinians with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Project Spark Event Aims to Connect Individuals with Job Opportunities and Support Services RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host “Ignite Your Future: A Project Spark Event” on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, designed to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) access employment opportunities and transition to competitive…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Epic Electronic Health Records System Across State Healthcare Facilities
RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services celebrated a major milestone in healthcare modernization today with the official launch of an Epic-powered electronic health record system across all 13 state-operated healthcare facilities. The ceremony took place at Cherry Hospital in Goldsboro, marking the culmination of a multi-year, $70 million initiative.…… read more »
