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Officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are reminding residents that tick bites can cause serious illnesses such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
NCDHHS announces changes to COVID-19 response as pandemic ebbs
The changes are being made as COVID-19 evolves into a routine part of public health and health care activities.
State unveils 'Action Plan' to address youth mental health crisis
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services teamed up with the state Department of Public Instruction to compose an Action Plan to address what is described as an “urgent” youth mental health and behavioral health crisis.
The plan, released on Tuesday, cites a needed investment in the state’s school systems.
Forsyth County residents speak out about lack of mental health services at town hall
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services hosted a mental health town hall in Forsyth County Thursday night. Many attendees raised concerns about the state’s lack of services.
Overdose deaths increase 22% in North Carolina
North Carolina officials say the state has experienced its highest number of overdoses ever in a single year.
N.C. introduces new online registry to expedite behavioral health treatment
North Carolina has instituted a new online tool to help decrease wait times for behavioral health care.
$4M grant is awarded to strengthen N.C. Family Child Care Home network
A $4 million Preschool Development Grant will benefit the state’s Family Child Care Home (FCCH) network, which provides care for about 8,000 children in home settings statewide.
NC expands funding to help college students fighting substance use disorders
North Carolina has awarded over $3 million to support recovery programs for college students with substance use disorders.
Supplemental food benefits set to end in March
Emergency food benefits instituted at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic will be ending in March.
Gov. Cooper joins national radon awareness campaign
North Carolina is taking part in a national campaign to raise awareness about the potential health effects of radon.