The 3rd Annual Black Maternal & Infant Health Conference in Raleigh plans to tackle racial health disparities for African American mothers and infants, seeking systemic solutions over individual resilience.

Wake County offers free HIV testing events in June, coinciding with National HIV Testing Day, providing screenings and education to encourage public health and sexual health awareness.

Research from the Sheps Center shows that North Carolina's Medicaid expansion has granted healthcare access to over 650,000 residents and positively impacted health and economy, with cost savings and benefits for local businesses.

The Wake Forest Police Department is partnering with the DEA for National Drug Take Back Day at Wegmans on Saturday, offering medication disposal to prevent abuse.

Wake County Public Health urges the public to get the MMR vaccine due to a rise in national measles cases, emphasizing the importance of prevention and community protection.

The NCDHHS in North Carolina is promoting its "Fight the Bite" campaign to protect against ticks and mosquitoes amid rising vector-borne diseases, encouraging protective measures and a poster contest for students.

The North Carolina DHHS reports a significant rise in flu-related deaths, totaling 362 this season, and plans a media session with Dr. Zack Moore to address the issue.

The Wake County Animal Center is reopening adoptions on March 3 after dealing with a Streptococcus zooepidemicus outbreak, aiming to find homes for 240 animals.

Cary and Apex, NC, will temporarily stop adding ammonia in water treatment starting March 1, 2025, replacing it with chlorine, prompting locals to watch for odor, discoloration, and impact on sensitive users.

North Carolina is experiencing high flu activity, with 117 deaths this season. Health officials urge early testing and antiviral treatment, plus vaccination and preventive measures against flu and COVID-19.

A raccoon in Carrboro, NC tested positive for rabies after an encounter with dogs on Lilac Drive. Local authorities emphasize the importance of pet vaccinations and caution against interacting with wild animals.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has appointed seven regional directors to strengthen local DSS agencies and improve outcomes for children and families.

North Carolina's Health Department introduced a toolkit for states to manage medical debt, reflecting their success in involving all state hospitals to potentially relieve $4 billion in debt for citizens.