The economic side effects of the pandemic caused increases in food and housing insecurity across the country. That instability may have long term effects on children. #ACEs #COVID19NC #ncnews northcarolinahealthnews.org/2…

Coronavirus Today, September 30: - Cases are holding steady - Bars, venues, amusement parks limited opening - COVID in a swing state #COVID19NC #coronavirusnc #ncpol northcarolinahealthnews.org/2…

A (cont): @NC_Governor: But I asked the GA for more, and they did not provide that. But the way to get our economy fully going is to deal w/ this pandemic. If people are afraid to patronize due to #COVID19, need to lower cases.

Q: Businesses say they're on the verge of collapse, even with partial reopening. Anything you can do to help? A: @NC_Governor We're asked for significant funding to help small businesses. Money has come through for that and apps are open for small businesses.

Q: Outdoor bar restrictions sound complicated! Does that mean no more than 7 customers per 1000 feet in the outdoor area?! A: @SecMandyCohen yes

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Disposing of Pesticides the Right Way

September 14, 2017 by Catherine Clabby

Disposing of Pesticides the Right Way - North Carolina Health News

State-funded pesticide drop-off events collect unwanted herbicides, insecticides and fungicides to ensure they are disposed of safely.

By Catherine Clabby For most people in farming with a bulging to-do list, rain is a disruptor. Not for Walter Adams this week in Lenoir County, where he hosted a pesticide drop-off event. Farmers and others were urged to bring unneeded pesticides, herbicides and fungicides to a spot in South Kinston. People expert at safely […]

Budget Abortion Language Could Jeopardize Hospital Procedures

June 9, 2017 by Rose Hoban

Budget Abortion Language Could Jeopardize Hospital Procedures - North Carolina Health News

Language inserted in the Senate's version of the state budget could force hospitals to choose whether to perform the procedure.

By Rose Hoban A four-line provision in the North Carolina Senate’s budget could make it more difficult for hospitals and other providers who receive state dollars to perform abortions in North Carolina. In past years further restrictions on abortion have come in the form of high-profile bills making their way through raucous committee hearings. But […]

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