Prioritize your health & well-being this Medicare enrollment period

Selecting a primary care practitioner (PCP) is as important as choosing an insurance plan. Neil Patel, MD, shares more.

65 or older? Specialized medical care matters.

It’s a common misconception that geriatric medicine is only for weak or frail older adults. In reality, it’s appropriate for everyone 65+.

Managing type 2 diabetes: A lifestyle guide for older adults

Kathy Hill, a nurse practitioner at Patina, shares guidance on how older adults can best manage type 2 diabetes.

Charlotte Residents Raise Nearly $100,000 at Fight For Air Climb

American Lung Association brings greater awareness to lung health through annual Fight For Air Climb

Lung Association Engages Residents to Take Action to End Lung Cancer

Organization illuminates buildings and landmarks in turquoise, shares stories of those impacted to raise awareness of lung cancer

Two Sisters at Heart, Share Love for Lung Transplant Recipient

Ruby and Carla Carswell share Todd Carswell’s lung health journey to help promote participation in the Fight For Air Climb Charlotte.

Climb Towards Healthier Habits with National Take the Stairs Day

American Lung Association encourages North Carolina residents to take the stairs and register for the Fight For Air Climb

Experts & Lung Cancer Survivor Lead Critical Discussion on Lung Cancer

Led by the American Lung Association, the public webinar will feature local experts and a lung cancer survivor who will discuss lung cancer

MinuteClinic Mental Health Services Launch at CVS in Charlotte Metro

Mental health counseling available in select Charlotte regional MinuteClinics

Transition to Zero-Emission Trucks Could Save Hundreds of Lives in NC

American Lung Association’s “Delivering Clean Air” report details benefits of transition to zero-emission trucks for NC residents

Local Single Mother Endures Lung Cancer and is Marveled by her Village

Vicky Foster shares her journey from diagnosis to living for every special moment

Lung Association’s Turquoise Tasting Returns to Historic Duke Mansion

Local fundraiser scheduled to raise funds and awareness for lung cancer research, advocacy and education

American Lung Association Seeks Grant Applications from NC Researchers

Organization opens application process for 2023-2024 awards and grants funding

Lung Cancer is the Leading Cause of Cancer Deaths in North Carolina

American Lung Association releases data that examines Americans’ knowledge about lung cancer on World Lung Cancer Day

Monkeypox Case Confirmed In Mecklenburg County: Officials

The patient is now isolating at home, officials said. The first case of monkeypox in North Carolina was confirmed last week.

Lung Association Names North Carolina’s Top Dog Winner

American Lung Association in North Carolina announced the winner of the annual FIDO’S FORCE Top Dog Competition is Dixie Sue.

Recall Issued On Whole Foods Red Lentil Dal Over Listeria Concerns

The affected products shipped to 49 states. The recall was spurred by a recall of an ingredient, pickled curry cauliflower.

Fort Mill Lung Cancer Survivor Meets with Congress to Advocate

Mike Smith joins volunteers from across America to advocate for lung cancer patients everywhere

Charlotte Residents Raise $104,000 at Fight For Air Climb

Charlotte Residents Raise $104,000 at Fight For Air Climb

NCDOT Offers Driving Safety Tips For Daylight Saving Time

Here's a reminder to stay extra safe when the time changes because it can affect you in different ways!

Beef Jerky Recall: 1,634 Pounds Of Jerky Could Contain Listeria

A recall affects beef jerky sold in North Carolina.

Child Life Specialist Explains Their Important Role In A Hospital

A Child Life Specialist is a very unique role that helps children in a hospital using special tools to address specific needs.

Living With COVID: What White House Plan Means In North Carolina

The plan makes more vaccines available and makes COVID pills accessible quickly, but rules out school and business closings.

Lung Association Soars to New Heights at the Iconic Truist Field

Stair climb event to raise money to end lung disease, COVID-19

CDC Updates Mask Guidelines: What It Means For North Carolina

North Carolina state health officials advise now that most people can stop wearing a mask as soon as March 7, thanks to reduced COVID cases.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Mask Mandate Set To Expire

The mask mandate for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will be lifted in accordance with the county itself lifting its own mask mandate.

'Take Their Masks Off': Mask Mandate Lifted In Mecklenburg County

The mask mandate that was reinstated after the omicron surge has now been lifted in Mecklenburg County.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools Will Talk Mask Mandate After County

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will discuss the mask mandate following Mecklenburg County's decision Wednesday night.

Novant 'Tops Out' New South Charlotte Hospital Due Next Year

South Charlotte will have a new hospital in 2023 from Novant offering emergency care, inpatient care, women's services and more.

3 North Carolina Hospitals Rank Among America's Best

A new ranking by Healthgrades evaluates the top 50, 100 and 250 hospitals in the United States. Here's how North Carolina hospitals ranked.

Mask Mandate Could End Next Week In Mecklenburg County

The long-term mask mandate, subject of much controversy, could come to an end next week, according to Mecklenburg County health officials.

4th COVID Shot? Those At-Risk In North Carolina May Be Eligible

The CDC recommended that some people with weakened immune systems get a fourth COVID-19 vaccine. Here's what to know.

Ambulances, Staff Sent To Mecklenburg County After Surge Of COVID

The federal government is stepping in to help one local hospital with staffing as well as providing the county ambulances with paramedics.

Hospital Capacity In Charlotte Area: See Latest Numbers

Here's an update on how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Mecklenburg County and across NC.

NC Man Would Rather Die Than Take COVID-19 Vaccine For Transplant

A North Carolina man is refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, something he is required to have to receive a kidney transplant and save his life.

Panthers Star Steve Smith Establishes Behavioral Health Center

The Panthers great is working with Mecklenburg County to build a behavioral health urgent care to serve Charlotte 24/7, 365 days a year.

North Carolina Ranked Among Safest States During COVID-19: Report

A report used five key metrics to determine a safety ranking including vaccinations, hospitalizations and transmission rates.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Charlotte Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Mecklenburg County and across NC.

North Carolina COVID-19 Hospitalizations Break Record High

More than 5,000 people are hospitalized in the state of North Carolina with COVID-19, the highest since the beginning of the pandemic.

Get Free N95 Masks At Publix, Harris Teeter, Walmart Soon In NC

Harris Teeter, CVS, Costco, Walgreens and more are working with federal officials to offer free N95 masks in varying sizes at NC

UNC Charlotte Returns To In-Person Learning Amid COVID Case Boom

The campus shifted to virtual learning for the first two weeks of the semester, but says it is "past" the holiday surge.

COVID-19 Deaths In North Carolina Surpass 20,000

The number of hospitalizations has also hit a new record.

COVID-19 In NC: State Health Officials Answer Questions Thursday

The "fireside chat" will allow questions from the public about COVID-19.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.