Atrium Health will pilot fully electric mobile hospital hubs — including chemotherapy — to bring hospital-level diagnostics and treatment to rural western North Carolina. Federal funds will pay for three pilot units.

Lincoln County confirmed its first rabies case of 2026 after a raccoon in Lincolnton tested positive. Officials urge pet vaccinations and caution around wildlife.

Union County experienced a sewage spill with roughly 13,050 gallons released into Crooked Creek. Officials report no immediate health or environmental danger, despite community concern.

National data show cancer diagnoses are rising among younger women, and Charlotte-area patients and clinicians say hormones, inflammation and exposure may be factors. Local trials and screening guidance are expanding in response.

Mecklenburg County issued exposure notices after a confirmed measles case visited Atrium's Neuro ICU, a South End Chipotle and two Goodwill stores; monitor for symptoms.

Union County confirmed a measles case linked to an Indian Trail urgent care visit; visitors during a Tuesday evening window may have been exposed. Health officials are tracing contacts.

Calls to NC gambling helplines jumped nearly 80% after mobile betting launched, straining treatment providers and prompting new training hubs.

Union County warned residents after a confirmed measles case visited a QuikTrip in Indian Trail on Jan. 30. Officials say the virus can linger in the air and urge vigilance.

Mecklenburg County confirmed a third measles case in an unvaccinated child, prompting public exposure notices and emphasizing the need for MMR vaccination amid rising cases nationwide.

Over 170 people connected to Shining Light Baptist Academy are under quarantine after a measles exposure from an unvaccinated child. No Union County cases confirmed but precautions are in place.

Charlotte and Advocate Health launch gBETA Charlotte Health, a new program to accelerate healthcare startups, offering mentorship and resources to foster innovation in the health sector.

The Mecklenburg County Public Health is offering same-day vaccines after detecting measles in local wastewater, urging vaccination amidst rising cases.

Gaston County Police report the 20th rabies case of 2025 after a dog potentially interacted with a rabid skunk. The skunk tested positive, prompting community warnings and vaccination checks.