Researchers detected Orientia bacteria in chiggers across North Carolina, though no human cases have been confirmed. Simple precautions can cut your risk.

Triangle families face rising senior‑care bills and long waitlists; this concise guide breaks down costs, contract types and where to check inspection records.

A low‑cost AI ultrasound from UNC can estimate gestational age, spot twins and assess fluid — now being piloted in rural North Carolina clinics. Early trials and a JAMA study suggest accuracy comparable to expert scans for key measures.