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Health officials offer tips for recreational water safety
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging residents to enjoy time spent at lakes and beaches safely and be aware of possible health risks, including algal blooms.
North Carolina's Medicaid expansion program has enrolled 500,000 people in just 7 months
Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper said in a Friday news conference that his office's goal was to hit 600,000 in two years but enrollment has exceeded expectations.
NC enacts plan to address critical shortage of support workers for people with disabilities
The state is ramping up efforts to recruit and retain direct support professionals, who provide in-home and community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
EPA grant will aid North Carolina lead testing efforts
North Carolina will receive a federal grant totaling over $1 million to further lead testing initiatives in schools and daycare centers.
N.C. expands access to contraceptive services at pharmacies
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services says residents statewide will soon be able to access certain contraceptive services at pharmacies without first consulting a doctor.
High turnover among support services workers hurts NC families
The acute need for more direct support professionals is being felt by seniors, people with disabilities, and their families.
'Life-changing' social services program marks two-year anniversary
A state social services program called Healthy Opportunities Pilots (HOP) is celebrating its two-year anniversary.
The program offers assistance in food, housing, transportation, and domestic violence services, primarily in rural counties.
Governor Cooper declares April 'Child Abuse Prevention Month'
Governor Roy Cooper has declared April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and is calling on a coalition of organizations to help address child maltreatment.
NC Medicaid will cover alternative treatment for syphilis
North Carolina health officials say they will increase access to Extencilline, an alternative treatment for syphilis.