Trump order could impact billions of dollars in funding for NC health programs
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday attempting to freeze much of the federal government's spending on grants and aid programs. Most of the NC Department of Health and Human Services' budget comes from the federal government.
NC Helene death toll rises to 105 with another in Buncombe; correction made for 2 counties
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The NC Department of Health and Human Services announced a 105th Helene-related death in North Carolina. The death was a 50-year-old man who was recovered in Buncombe County on Dec. 20, 2024, according to NCDHHS spokesperson, Hannah Jones.
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North Carolina Medicaid portal operational after ‘outage’ impacts all 50 states
The North Carolina Medicaid portal was operational again Tuesday night following nationwide disruptions that happened shortly after President Donald Trump ordered a pause on federal loans and grants.
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Who’s who in North Carolina’s early care and learning landscape?
With the start of a new long session for the NC General Assembly, here are some prominent early childhood organizations and names to know.
Helene death toll rises to 105 in North Carolina
The number of Tropical Storm Helene-related deaths has risen to 105 in North Carolina, according to the NC Department of Health and Human Services.
North Carolina reports 50 influenza deaths this season, all victims were adults
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services shows that NC Influenza deaths have reached a current total of 50 people this season.All of the death
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New Trump directive to federal health & research agencies could hit NC in the pocketbook
President Trump issued a directive temporarily halting communications, meetings and purchases related to federal health care research grants.
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NCDHHS, Trillium Health Resources partner to give $13.15 million for new crisis centers in ENC
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and Trillium Health Resources is awarding over 10 million dollars to counties in North Carolina. The
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Devdutta Sangvai takes over as North Carolina’s top health official
She spearheaded North Carolina’s Medicaid transition from a traditional ... I am thrilled at his selection to lead the Department of Health and Human Services,” Baggett said in a statement on the society’s website. “He brings a wealth of knowledge ...
In Helene and other disasters, these rules govern how NC counts casualties
North Carolina says 104 people died as a result of Helene, raising questions about why some people are on the list and others aren’t. We explain.
NC Medicaid portal briefly inaccessible Tuesday amid federal funding pause
A number of states have reported that they’ve lost access to the Medicaid payment portal amid the Trump administration’s freeze of federal aid.
Flu deaths reach 50 in North Carolina
The latest numbers from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services say seven additional people died from the flu last week.