extreme heat Archives - Page 2 of 2 - North Carolina Health News

A collage of photos representing top health news stories of the year, including an alter for migrant workers who died in the heat, protestors and advocates at the legislature, a playground, a rally for gun safety and firefighter gear. Many of these social issues got attention in 2023

Environmental Health

What else grabbed your attention in 2023? North Carolina’s top health topics.

by Rachel Crumpler, Rose Hoban, Anne Blythe, Will Atwater and Charlotte Ledger December 29, 2023December 28, 2023

Five colorful altars with orange and yellow flowers honor five migrant farm workers who died in North Carolina in extreme heat conditions

Environmental Health

Migrant worker’s death prompts calls for extreme heat labor laws

by Anne Blythe November 13, 2023November 13, 2023