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.

Gaston County Police urge pet rabies vaccinations after a quarantined kitten exposed to the virus had to be euthanized. The 18th case this year emphasizes the importance of vaccination for pets.

Gaston County confirmed its 18th rabies case after unvaccinated kittens were exposed to a rabid skunk, leading to the euthanization and positive rabies diagnosis of one kitten.

Mecklenburg County Public Health in Charlotte reports an uptick in mpox cases, advising vaccination and highlighting symptoms like fever, headaches, and rashes.

A tuberculosis case was reported at North Mecklenburg High School, prompting increased health precautions and communication with potentially exposed individuals.

North Carolinians on Medicaid face cuts to healthcare coverage, with provider payments set to decrease by at least 3%, affecting service availability and putting beneficiaries at risk.

Rowan County Public Health has reported a confirmed case of chickenpox in a young adult, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and good hygiene to prevent the spread.

Rowan County plans to use a $28 million opioid settlement for addiction crisis initiatives, including treatment, prevention, and harm reduction efforts, with a decline in overdose fatalities and ER visits reported.