cardiovascular disease

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Mecklenburg County health program wins national competition

March 11, 2019 by Yen Duong

Mecklenburg County health program wins national competition - North Carolina Health News

Village HeartBEAT also won a $500,000 prize for fighting cardiovascular disease risk factors among its Charlotte/ Mecklenburg participants.

By Yen Duong Wanda Dupree just wanted celebratory ice cream. But while wondering which flavor would best mark the end of a 16-week health challenge, she ran into her chair aerobics coach, who talked her out of the treat. “I realized that this wasn’t just about this challenge. This was an initiative for us to […]

When Wood Smoke Poses Risks

January 10, 2018 by Catherine Clabby

When Wood Smoke Poses Risks - North Carolina Health News

Insights are growing about when wood smoke -- indoors and outside -- can be dangerous to some.

By Catherine Clabby In the darkest and coldest winter nights, few things can bring more cheer than sitting in front of a big fire. But for some, it can do harm. Wood smoke, indoors and out, can be hazardous to people living with asthma and other chronic health problems, something Kiana Redd saw while growing […]

New Awareness Day Aims to Help North Carolinians Learn about High Blood Pressure

May 18, 2017 by Leah Asmelash

New Awareness Day Aims to Help North Carolinians Learn about High Blood Pressure - North Carolina Health News

Even after having a stroke, many people don't fully appreciate the importance of controlling their blood pressure.

By Leah Asmelash “Today, the message is check, check, check your blood pressure,” said Rep. Becky Carney, an eight-term legislator who had suffered sudden cardiac death in her legislative office in 2009. Carney, who has since been a champion for heart health, was making introductory comments to open a high blood pressure awareness day at […]

Competition for Heart Patients Gears Up in Raleigh

March 5, 2017 by Thomas Goldsmith

Competition for Heart Patients Gears Up in Raleigh - North Carolina Health News

In the same week, Rex Health Care opens a new cardiac center, WakeMed announces a partnership with Duke Health Raleigh to serve heart patients.

By Thomas Goldsmith and Rose Hoban The heart and vascular hospital opened today by UNC Rex Healthcare will not only provide high levels of care for its targeted patients, but will also free up some 100,000 square feet of space at its neighboring facility, officials said at a recent opening ceremony. The new five-story building […]

Report Points to Disparity in Rural/Urban Life Expectancy

February 9, 2016 by Taylor Sisk

Report Points to Disparity in Rural/Urban Life Expectancy - North Carolina Health News

A national advisory committee finds that health disparities between rural and urban communities have widened. Similar disparities are found in North Carolina. By Taylor Sisk A recent report by the National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services indicates that life expectancy in rural American communities is consistently lower than in urban areas. The […]

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Kids Find Their Own Way to Healthy Living

September 1, 2015 by Editor

Kids Find Their Own Way to Healthy Living - North Carolina Health News

A program to help middle-schoolers find their own way toward healthy food choices is finding success. This story was originally published in February 2012, but has been updated with new information. By Taylor Sisk When you’re a seventh-grader, the world is your oyster. Or maybe it’s your carrot stick. But more probably, it’s your Twix. […]

Volunteer Experts on the Chopping Block at Legislature

June 5, 2012 by Rose Hoban

Volunteer Experts on the Chopping Block at Legislature - North Carolina Health News

A proposed law would eliminate many boards and commissions that use the knowledge of many experts located in the state, many of whom work for free. By Kelsey Tsipis Tuesday afternoon the North Carolina General Assembly will vote on a bill that seeks to eliminate or downsize dozens of advisory boards across the state, including […]

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