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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.

By North Wake News | Mar 13, 2025

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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...

By North Wake News | Mar 11, 2025

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North Carolina leaders discuss federal Medicaid cuts at Charlotte roundtable

By North Wake News | Mar 7, 2025

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

By North Wake News | Mar 6, 2025

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

By North Wake News | Mar 6, 2025

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

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 28, 2025

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

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 27, 2025

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

By K. R. Nelson | Feb 20, 2025

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).