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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NCDHHS expands mental health services at Wake County Detention Center
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and the Wake County Sheriff’s Office have joined forces to enhance services for defendants with mental illness who have been judged as Incapable to Proceed (ITP) to trial.
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North Carolina officials to announce new mental health treatment options at Wake County Detention Center
Leaders from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) will join officials from the Wake County Sheriff's Office to introduce new mental health treatment options.
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NCDHHS advises precaution against tick and mosquito diseases with "Fight the Bite" campaign
As the weather warms, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) advises residents to engage in the "Fight the Bite" initiative to mitigate risks associated with tick- and mosquito-borne diseases.
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NCDHHS funds alternatives to incarceration in hurricane-hit North Carolina counties
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has allocated $6.5 million to community-based programs in Western North Carolina aimed at providing alternatives to incarceration.
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North Carolina records over 500 flu deaths in 2024-2025 season, highest since 2009
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has announced more than 500 flu-related deaths in the state for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season.
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NCDHHS to hold live discussion on crisis services for mental health support
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) will conduct a live fireside chat and tele-town hall on April 10 from 6 to 7 p.m. The purpose of the event is to discuss the support available for mental well-being, locating...
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North Carolina Medicaid expansion enrolls 650,000 residents since December 2023
As of April 2025, approximately 650,000 newly eligible residents in North Carolina have enrolled in Medicaid following the program's expansion.
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North Carolina expands foster care support program statewide
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) announced a significant initiative to support families exiting the foster care system with the statewide expansion of the Success Coach program.
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Governor Stein highlights Medicaid’s importance for rural healthcare in Nash County meeting
Governor Josh Stein and North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai participated in a roundtable discussion in Nash County to deliberate on the critical role of NC Medicaid in rural communities.
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North Carolina begins wildlife oral rabies vaccination program to protect humans and pets
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, alongside the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services, has commenced its annual oral rabies vaccination program in Western North Carolina.
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North Carolina preps for measles amid rising cases
As measles cases rise nationally, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is implementing preventative measures to keep the state prepared for potential outbreaks.
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North Carolina marks Child Abuse Prevention Month with events promoting family support
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and Positive Childhood Alliance are organizing a public event as Governor Josh Stein declares April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the state.
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North Carolina expands virtual mental health services for K-12 students
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced a partnership with Hazel Health to provide virtual mental health services to K-12 students in the state.
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Cooper and Tilson receive Levine Award for contributions to public health
Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and former State Health Director Dr. Betsey Tilson have been honored with the Ron H. Levine Public Health Award by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
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North Carolina hosts Spanish-language town hall on mental health support
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 mental well-being support and resources...
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North Carolina leaders warn against federal cuts impacting state’s medicaid program
Governor Josh Stein and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai convened a roundtable in Charlotte to address the potential impacts of proposed federal Medicaid cuts.
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North Carolina's Black infant mortality rate triples compared to white infants
The latest data from the North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force Report indicates that non-Hispanic Black and American Indian children face higher mortality rates compared to other racial and ethnic groups.
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North Carolina reports highest flu-related deaths since 2017-2018
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has reported an increase in flu-related deaths, with the total reaching 362 for this season.
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North Carolina health officials alert public about missing radioactive device
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 visits western North Carolina to review hurricane recovery
North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai recently visited western North Carolina to meet with healthcare and social services partners.