A complicated system of manufacturer coupons, copay, and prescription assistance programs helps some -- but not all -- patients stay out of the hospital. #nchealth #ncnews northcarolinahealthnews.org/2…

If the petition goes through, NC would join at least 11 other states, from Maine to Virginia, in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which puts an annual cap on carbon dioxide emissions from power plants. #nchealth #ncnews #ncpol northcarolinahealthnews.org/2…

Here's what you need to know about the two COVID-19 variants in North Carolina. #COVID19NC #nchealth #ncnews northcarolinahealthnews.org/2…

North Carolina has only recently made a concerted effort to fight back against climate change. Two environmental groups are pushing for more. #nchealth #ncpol #ncga northcarolinahealthnews.org/2…

NC is the only state where ABA therapists have to practice under a psychologist. There are only 62 psychologists in the state qualified to oversee ABA therapy. “That’s 62 supervisors for over 65,000 children with autism.” #nchealth #ncga #ncpol northcarolinahealthnews.org/2…

EMTs

A photo of an ambulance and a rescue helicopter which will help patients with chest pain determine where they need to go

Is it a heart attack or heartburn? This program will let rural patients know before they step foot in the hospital.

October 19, 2020 by Liora Engel-Smith

Is it a heart attack or heartburn? This program will let rural patients know before they step foot in the hospital. - North Carolina Health News

A new telehealth program in the western North Carolina mountains will connect emergency medicine doctors with first responders to help rural patients with chest pain get the best care.

By Liora Engel-Smith In an election year where soaring health care costs are on voters’ minds, a new collaboration aims to help rural cardiac patients avoid a potentially unnecessary — and costly — trip to the emergency department. The $1.2 million program, slated to begin in mountainous Wilkes County early next year, will bring doctors […]

shows charlotte at night, where providers are collecting personal protective equipment in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus Today – March 24 – Mecklenburg shelter in place order, personal protective equipment and “a sign from God”

March 24, 2020 by Editor

Coronavirus Today – March 24 – Mecklenburg shelter in place order, personal protective equipment and “a sign from God” - North Carolina Health News

Dissatisfied that voluntary measures were enough, Mecklenburg County orders residents to stay home, and asks the Charlotte-Mecklenburg police to enforce as necessary.

By NC Health News staff On Tuesday, health officials reported 140 coronavirus cases in Mecklenburg County, prompting a county-issued stay at home directive beginning Thursday morning at 8 a.m. through April 16. A ban on private gatherings of more than 10 people replaces the prior 50-person limit. County manager Dena Diorio said that voluntary measures […]

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