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North Carolina is on a pace now to set a record for the most deadly overdose cases with the numbers up 8% over June of last year.

Most children receive all the necessary vaccines by kindergarten, although the pandemic has affected that trend.

The WBTV Investigates team is continuing to reveal how medical debt is impacting people across the Charlotte area. Durham’s situation raises new questions about hospitals’ responsibility to provide charity care for people who are stuck with years old unpaid bills.

Currently, about 50% of cases across the state are due to the BA-5 Omicron subvariant since it’s more contagious.

According to one doctor, the BA.5 subvariant accounts for about 65% of all COVID-19 cases in the U.S.

“988 is great, it’s going to be another tool for us to have to save someone’s life,” an advocate said.

Reinfection is the main concern for the BA.5 subvariant of Omicron. BA.5 can avoid vaccines but also immunities from past infections. Studies show people who have had COVID-19 twice are at a higher risk for complications and hospitalization.

Officials say 11 cases have been reported in North Carolina so far.

Health officials said the best protection against severe illness is vaccines and booster shots.

The City of Salisbury claimed the top spot in the 2022 “Healthiest Employer” competition among Charlotte area businesses, according to the Charlotte Business Journal.

Being too tired to stand and unable to join in on regular high school activities all because of an illness destroying her blood was reality for Amanda Haufler.

A pharmaceutical company is now asking the Food and Drug Administration for approval to make birth control available over the counter nationwide.

The Palmetto State finished 49th out of 50. But that might not be too surprising if you’ve followed WBTV’s Investigations on how medical debt is collected in South Carolina.

The vaccine will be offered to high-risk individuals.

Two cases of monkeypox were confirmed in S.C. on Friday.

Veterans suffering with sleep apnea, daytime drowsiness, insomnia, and excessive snoring now may find relief through Salisbury VA Health Care System’s expanded Sleep Clinic.

Cabarrus Healthcare Foundation grants more than $250,000 to Atrium Health Cabarrus

Many Americans will celebrate the Fourth of July by shooting off fireworks.

This bill would consider life to start at conception. And there is no exceptions for cases of rape and incest.

Mecklenburg County announced its first case of Monkeypox on Monday, June 27. Here's why it matters. - Axios Charlotte

The patient is currently isolating at home, officials said.

A Davidson College professor spoke to WBTV about the ramifications of Roe v. Wade being overturned.

The Fetal Heartbeat Bill bans abortions after the six-week mark of a woman’s pregnancy.

Regulators from the Food and Drug Administration have ordered JUUL, an American electronic cigarette company, to pull its electronic cigarettes from the U.S. market.

The case was confirmed by the State Laboratory of Public Health.

The facility on Julian Road in Salisbury was the site of the state’s worst outbreak of COVID19, and recently lost its agreement for Medicare to pay for services.

New Duke study at NC Research Campus about preventing dementia now enrolling ages 75+

According to StarMed, parents and caregivers are eligible to receive one can of baby formula per person.

Rowan County Emergency Services has announced the national recognition of the EMS Division for its commitment to quality care for severe heart attacks in Rowan County.

Cooper is vaccinated and has received two booster shots, a news release stated.