Health & Safety
Despite pressure from the White House and GOP leaders, Republicans have not yet secured enough votes to get health care replacement through the House, let alone the Senate. So, what are their choices?
Understanding The History Behind Communities' Vaccine Fears
A measles outbreak in Minnesota's Somali-American community is the latest example of the challenges public health officials face in addressing deeply ingrained concerns about vaccine safety.
Trump Lobbies House Republicans To Vote For Health Care Bill
President Trump personally lobbied House Republicans on Wednesday to vote for the revised GOP plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.
Important, But Not Easy: How To Open Up About Mental Health
Mental health can be tough to talk about. The stigma that's still attached to mental illness can cause someone who may need help to stay quiet.
Snake Bites In North Carolina On The Rise This Year
The number of North Carolina residents bitten by snakes in April increased nearly four-fold over the same period in 2016, and officials say mild winter weather may be to blame.
Urgent Care Services For Cancer Patients Offer A Gentler ER Alternative
Some hospitals and oncology practices are setting up urgent care sites tailored to the needs of cancer patients, to help keep them out of the emergency room when complications or side effects arise.
Porn Star Plays New Role As Advocate For Industry Workers
This week on 'Brave New Workers': After 20 years working as a performer in the adult entertainment industry, Alana Evans is putting her efforts into organizing for the Adult Performers Actors Guild.
Crisis Intervention Team Trains First Responders On Mental Health Issues
A special law enforcement training program in Forsyth County turns ten this year.
National Weather Service Confirms North Carolina Tornado
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down in Catawba County.
For Some Patients With Mental Illness, The Road To Recovery Begins With Peer Support
When it comes to treating mental illness, there's a clinical approach: getting a diagnosis, the right medication, and therapy.