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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 9h

A new initiative will expand shared maternity care in 10 rural counties, bringing prenatal and postpartum visits closer to patients. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/10/06/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Experts say this year’s record outbreak reveals strains on farmworkers, food inspections and disease tracking in a system where customers demand fresh produce all year round. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/10/05/c...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Despite increased state investment, North Carolina continues to lose childcare providers and classroom slots, particularly in rural communities, leaving families struggling to find affordable care. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/10/04/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

A North Carolina judge denied class certification in a lawsuit accusing the healthcare company of anticompetitive business practice Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/10/03/a...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Investigators from the state’s Medicaid managed care organizations will share tips and tactics in an effort to catch suspicious billing sooner. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/10/02/m...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Bridget Fluech, nursing director of psychiatry services at UNC Health Pardee, describes aspects of the new Pardee Adolescent Behavioral Health Center in Hendersonville, N.C., during a tour on Aug. 12, 2026.

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A newly rewritten North Carolina law that takes effect Oct. 1 will drastically change how state employees are hired, how much money they can earn, and how much parental and bereavement leave they’re allowed to take. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/10/01/p...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

As college-aged adults’ mental health is an increasing concern, North Carolina is investing in suicide-prevention and mental health initiatives for young adults on school campuses. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/30/s...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

“The story is always the same,” says Kelly Crosbie, director of mental health at N.C. DHHS, describing how families seeking voluntary mental health care often find themselves navigating involuntary commitment instead.

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A North Carolina father says his family was shut out when his daughter was involuntarily committed after they sought voluntary care. Meanwhile, state officials are convening a committee to recommend changes to the commitment process. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/29/t...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The state has significantly increased funding for the centers over the past decade, though questions remain about oversight and how the money is used. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/28/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Perinatal Quality Collaborative projects on newborn screenings and maternal mental health that would have started this year will instead launch in 2027, officials said. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/25/p...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Chairman Kirk deViere discusses the Chemours legal settlement and the work underway in Cumberland County to connect Gray's Creek residents to municipal water.

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The $30M facility, which opened Sept. 9, added 23 beds in western North Carolina for youth ages 13 to 17 experiencing mental health issues. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/24/p...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Now that Wake County commissioners have signed off on the WakeMed-Atrium combination, here’s what state and federal regulators will be looking at. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/23/w...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The 5-2 vote advances the closely watched Atrium-WakeMed deal even as the language on a $2 billion investment and five-year price cap is still being finalized. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/22/c...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Residents in Cedar Creek and Gray’s Creek say the $590 million PFAS settlement will matter only if it produces reliable, safe drinking water at home. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/21/c...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Major changes tied to immigration status and work requirements could affect hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians. See all the changes: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/17/m...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

More than 5,000 public records provide a closer look at the wrangling that led to the reworked proposal, which includes $150M in cash, more county protections and control and more indigent care. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/18/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

State leaders say North Carolina has met the terms of a 2012 settlement with the federal government over community living for people with disabilities. The independent reviewer says there is more work to be done. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/16/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

NC awards certificates of need for new healthcare facilities to qualified providers. Legal squabbles keep holding up those hospital beds. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/15/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

People affected by the restriction say the loss of food assistance can make reentry and everyday life harder. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/14/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

LGBTQ+ seniors face more aging-related challenges than other seniors; in particular, isolation. Aging in intentional communities may provide the support they need. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/11/l...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

North Carolina program helps veterans explore careers in agriculture. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/10/v...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

CFO Bradley Clark’s compensation rose 83 percent, the highest increase; Advocate Health CEO Eugene Woods’ pay was not disclosed Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/09/a...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Early treatment for psychosis can improve recovery and challenge the misconception that mental illness means a lifetime of suffering. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/09/w...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

State lawmakers approved $25 million to restart the Medicaid pilot program after a yearlong pause, but some services may not return. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/08/h...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Buoyed by its partnership with UNC Health, the Henderson County hospital is expanding its services and footprint Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/05/p...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The data points to a challenge that goes beyond childcare capacity: North Carolina also needs a sustainable pipeline of people willing and able to provide that care. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/04/f...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

A pact between the state and Smithfield Foods “failed miserably.” Those who worked on the agreement explain why. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/03/s...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Across six North Carolina school districts, Project AWARE has expanded access to school-based mental health care while helping build systems designed to last beyond federal funding. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/09/01/m...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Can WakeMed thrive without Atrium? Would prices rise for patients? And who would really control the hospital? NC Health News dug into the biggest questions surrounding the proposed deal to come up with some answers. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/31/1...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

NC Medicaid will cover a new mRNA vaccine; it’s not clear yet if private insurance will. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/30/t...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Kensley Wellons says she’s developed hacks to stretch her food budget, but without the extra dollars, things are tough. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/28/g...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The Middle East conflict created disruptions, but county officials also advocated for individual choice about fluoride consumption. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/27/d...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

For incarcerated people serving long sentences — even life without the possibility of parole — the “field minister” role provides purpose and a way to positively impact others. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/26/n...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Ajamu Dillahunt-Holloway, an N.C. State University assistant professor and a board member of the N.C. Environmental Justice Network speaks during during a July 24 rally outside the North Carolina General Assembly opposing the use of AI in patient care and the expansion of data centers.

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Representatives of Mission, Novant, UNCH, AdventHealth made pitches for the certificate of need for more beds Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/25/w...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Richard Raggi, owner of Sun & Soil Farm in Madison, NC, discusses the benefits of SNAP benefits being used at local markets.

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Atrium points to its partnership with Wake Forest Baptist in 2020 as evidence of the benefits for WakeMed of joining a larger system. Baptist employees have a more nuanced view. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/24/a...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Bumps and intense itching have affected incarcerated people in at least two dorms at Neuse Correctional, highlighting the challenges of diagnosing and containing a contagious mite in prisons. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/21/s...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The wristbands are intended to make emergency workers aware of postpartum risks, ensure better treatment, and help lower maternal mortality rates in the U.S. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/20/m...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The General Assembly is spending $1.5 million to expand free, two-week child care worker training academies statewide. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/19/c...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

From Raleigh protests to Richmond County’s air-permit hearing, advocates are pressing the state to confront the human and financial costs of data-center growth. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/18/t...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Medetomidine is a powerful veterinary tranquilizer increasingly found in North Carolina’s illicit drug supply, where it is often mixed with fentanyl and can cause dangerous sedation and withdrawal. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/17/m...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Grown from stalled 2024 legislation, the mental health certification program has trained more than 100 people across 60-plus churches. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/14/m...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Close to 19,000 children in North Carolina have an incarcerated parent. Some prisons are exploring ways to help families stay connected during incarceration. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/13/p...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The state auditor’s office released a report in July showing limited progress in addressing former unregulated landfill sites. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/12/f...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

While many factors affect the price of a medical procedure, hospitals with few competitors can charge more, health economists say. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/11/k...

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NC Health News @nchealthnews.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Advocates in North Carolina say the change could mean higher costs and fewer affordable options for low-income beneficiaries as insurers face continued pressure from rising drug prices. Full story: www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2026/08/10/t...

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