North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
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Recent News About North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
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North Carolina takes proactive measures against potential measles outbreaks
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is taking measures to prepare for potential measles outbreaks amidst a national rise in cases.
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North Carolina partners with Hazel Health for virtual student mental health services
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced a new initiative to provide virtual mental health services to K-12 students across the state.
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North Carolina marks Child Abuse Prevention Month with events advocating family support
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and Positive Childhood Alliance North Carolina (PCANC) will host a public event as Governor Josh Stein declares April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the state.
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Cooper and Tilson receive prestigious award for contributions to public health
Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and former State Health Director Dr. Betsey Tilson were honored with the Ron H. Levine Public Health Award by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
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NCDHHS hosts Spanish-language event on NC mental health resources
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is set to host a live Spanish-language Cafecito and tele-town hall on Thursday, March 13, from 6 to 7 p.m. The event aims to discuss ways for individuals to support their mental...
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North Carolina leaders discuss federal Medicaid cuts at Charlotte roundtable
Governor Josh Stein and Dr. Dev Sangvai, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, held a roundtable discussion in Charlotte to address the potential impact of proposed federal Medicaid cuts.
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North Carolina reports highest flu deaths since 2017-2018; media session scheduled
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has updated its weekly Respiratory Virus Summary Dashboard, revealing an increase in flu-related deaths.
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Black infants face triple mortality risk compared to white peers in North Carolina
The North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force Report for 2023 reveals a significant disparity in infant mortality rates among different racial and ethnic groups.
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Radioactive device stolen in Kernersville prompts safety alert by NCDHHS
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has reported the theft of an Industrial Radiography Camera containing radioactive material in Kernersville, North Carolina.
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Secretary Dev Sangvai assesses Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western North Carolina
North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai visited western North Carolina this week to engage with health care and social services partners.
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North Carolina invests $3 million to boost direct support professional workforce
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced a $3 million investment aimed at recruiting and retaining direct support professionals (DSPs).
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Providers passed over for state's Medicaid Managed Care system seek judicial review
A North Carolina administrative law judge recently heard a case brought by managed-care groups that sought to join the state’s Medicaid Managed Care system but were initially passed over.