New telemedicine program increases access to COVID-19 treatment
North Carolina has launched a new telemedicine program designed to increase access to treatment for COVID-19.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
NC opens application for low-income household heating assistance
With the first day of winter less than two weeks away, North Carolina is now accepting applications for low-income household heating assistance.
State updates strategy to help dentists combat opioid misuse
An updated North Carolina Dental Opioid Action Plan was released this week by the state Department of Health and
NCDHHS Secretary to get flu and COVID-19 booster shots
The head of North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services has announced his own plans to get both an annual flu shot and an updated COVID-19 booster on Thursday.
Cooper touts grants benefitting child care workers
Governor Roy Cooper visited High Point on Thursday to draw attention to enhanced funding for child care facilities.
North Carolina expands eligibility for monkeypox vaccine as cases rise
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has amended the criteria for who is eligible to receive a monkeypox vacc
Two Monkeypox cases reported in Forsyth County
Forsyth County is reporting its first cases of monkeypox.
State officials encourage back-to-school vaccinations
With children heading back to school this month, state officials are reminding families of the importance of staying up-to-date on required and recommended vaccinations.
NCDHHS expands eligibility for monkeypox vaccination
North Carolina officials have expanded eligibility for those seeking monkeypox vaccinations.
NCDHHS releases monkeypox response plan
North Carolina state officials have released a response plan