RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced Tuesday the state’s first case of disease associated with West Nile virus in 2025, involving a resident of Durham County. Health officials are withholding additional details to protect patient privacy. The case coincides with the recent detection of West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes…… read more »
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North Carolina Reports First West Nile Virus Case of 2025
North Carolina Department of Labor Celebrates 90 Years of Boiler Safety Excellence
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) is commemorating a significant safety milestone as its Boiler Safety Bureau reaches its 90th anniversary, representing nearly a century of dedicated service to protect workers and communities across the state. From Crisis to Success: A Remarkable Safety Transformation Established in 1935, the Boiler Safety Bureau…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Free Virtual Therapy Program for Justice-Impacted Teens
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced Tuesday a groundbreaking partnership with Talkspace, making virtual therapy services available at no cost to justice-impacted teenagers aged 13 to 17 throughout the state. The first-of-its-kind initiative addresses a critical gap in mental health care for vulnerable youth, as recent state data…… read more »
Rural Leaders Wanted: NC Program That’s Shaped 1,200 Community Champions Now Recruiting
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Rural Center has announced that applications are now open for its Rural Economic Development Institute (REDI), the organization’s premier leadership development program designed to strengthen rural communities across the state. The three-month intensive training initiative, which has been operating since 1990, targets both established and emerging leaders who are…… read more »
Community Event Promotes Mental Health Awareness Through Minority Mental Health 5K
RALEIGH, N.C. — A community-focused event aimed at raising awareness for mental health issues, particularly affecting children in minority communities, will take place this Saturday at Anderson Point Park. The Minority Mental Health 5K Walk, Run or Bike, organized by Kimberly McGhee, invites participants to engage in physical activity while supporting an important cause. The…… read more »
NCDOT Implements New Safety Technology and Honors Hurricane Helene Recovery Workers
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation has installed cutting-edge slope monitoring devices along the Pigeon River Gorge corridor as reconstruction of Interstate 40 continues in western North Carolina. The new technology provides real-time ground movement tracking and detects terrain shifts to protect both construction crews and motorists. The monitoring system operates around…… read more »
Wellness Event Combines Sunset Yoga with Functional Cocktails at NC Museum of Art
RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Museum of Art will host a unique wellness experience this Saturday, combining yoga practice with non-alcoholic functional cocktails in an outdoor setting designed to promote relaxation and mindfulness. The “Sunset Yoga + Functional Cocktails” event, scheduled for July 26 from 6 to 8 p.m., will take place at the…… read more »
Federal Audit Gives N.C. OSH a ‘Clean Bill of Health’
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina’s commitment to workplace safety has earned recognition from federal regulators, as the state’s Department of Labor received high marks in the latest federal oversight report. Labor Commissioner Luke Farley announced that the FY 2024 OSHA Federal Annual Monitoring Evaluation (FAME) Report praised the N.C. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and…… read more »
North Carolina Launches “Unshame NC” Campaign to Combat Substance Use Disorder Stigma
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and First Lady Anna Stein today announced the launch of “Unshame North Carolina,” a comprehensive public awareness campaign designed to eliminate stigma surrounding substance use disorder and increase access to evidence-based treatment options. The initiative, developed in partnership with national nonprofit Shatterproof,…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Comprehensive Action Plan to Address Rising Black Youth Suicide Rates
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina health officials have unveiled a comprehensive action plan to combat alarming suicide rates among Black youth and young adults, addressing what data shows is an urgent public health crisis affecting one of the state’s most vulnerable populations. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced the NC Black…… read more »
