Guardant Health Joins Lung Association to Raise Awareness

Guardant Health Joins American Lung Association to Raise Awareness and Funding for Lung Cancer Research

Metro's 3 Largest Hospitals Fill With Unvaccinated COVID Patients

"Quite frankly, beds are scarce," one Novant Health official said Thursday. "We are running short on resources."

NC Reports Highest Number Of COVID-19 Patients In ICU Yet

As of Thursday, 298 staffed ICU beds remained available in the state, according to North Carolina public health data.

Flu Shots Now Available at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic®

Nearly three quarters of Americans say they plan to get a flu shot this year; 45% planning on getting their vaccine at a retail pharmacy

Turquoise Tasting Returns to the Duke Mansion on October 14

Sip, Savor & Socialize; Turquoise Tasting Returns to the Duke Mansion on October 14

Mecklenburg Commissioners To Vote On Countywide Mask Mandate

Masks are mandated in the City of Charlotte as of Wednesday. A new recommendation says the mandate should be countywide.

ICU Beds Filling Up In Charlotte Metro, Around North Carolina

About 90 percent of the Charlotte metro's staffed ICU beds are full, according to state public health data released Monday.

Nearly 4,000 New COVID Cases In Mecklenburg This Week: CDC

The number of new COVID cases in Mecklenburg County jumped by 45 percent during a seven-day span, according to the CDC said.

Gov. Cooper, DHHS Press NC School Districts To Mandate Masks

In a letter to school districts still holding out on mask mandates, Cooper cited the increased COVID-19 hospitalizations of NC children.

Mask Mandate Goes Into Effect In Charlotte: Where To Wear One

A new mask mandate went into effect for Charlotte government buildings Friday, city officials said. Here's where you'll need to wear one.

COVID Outbreak Includes 50 Atrium Health Employees: Report

The COVID-19 outbreak at the Charlotte metro hospital includes at least nine patients and dozens of workers, according to a report.

Should North Carolina Mask Up Again? Take The Patch Survey

With new CDC guidelines for areas with surging COVID-19 cases, is it time for a new statewide mask mandate in NC? Tell us what you think.

NC Hospitals Report Record-Breaking Spike In COVID ICU Patients

The COVID-19-related hospitalizations potentially jeopardize the health care response in NC communities, one state health official said.

Hospital Capacity In Charlotte Area: Update

Here is updated data on hospital capacity in Mecklenburg County.

More Than 12,100 New COVID Cases Reported In NC Since Monday

At least one out of every four of the 1,651 patients hospitalized in NC were in an intensive care unit bed Thursday, according to DHHS data.

Schools Should Urge Teachers, Students To Get Vaccinated: Cooper

"The sharp rise in our numbers is driven by the unvaccinated," North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said Wednesday.

Rob Gonzalez Elected to Lung Association in North Carolina Board

Charlotte Business Leader Motivated by Professional, Personal Experience to Improve Lung Health in North Carolina

Hospitalizations Spike In NC As Number Of New COVID Cases Mount

At least one in four hospitalized for COVID-related illness in North Carolina Monday were adults in ICU care, NCDHHS said.

Health Care Workers Protest Novant, Atrium Health Vaccine Mandate

Hundreds of health care workers gathered in Charlotte's Freedom Park on Sunday to denounce new health care worker vaccination mandates.

21 Charlotte Harris Teeter Stores Offer COVID Vaccine Rides

Nearly two dozen Charlotte Harris Teeter stores have teamed up with Lyft to provide rides to COVID-19 vaccine appointments. Here's a list.

18 North Carolina Hospitals Named Best In State: US News

​​In addition to ranking the best hospitals in the nation, new rankings from U.S. News also highlight the best hospitals by region.

Vaccines Now Required For Mecklenburg Public Health Workers

The new policy, which MCPH compares to its existing influenza vaccine policy, requires employees to receive the vaccine starting Aug. 2.

Sharp Spike In NC's New COVID-19 Cases Targets Unvaccinated

COVID-19 cases rose by 66 percent this week, and left 817 people hospitalized, North Carolina public health officials said.

These NC Hospital Systems Now Requiring Employee Vaccinations

In Charlotte, Novant Health employees have until Sept. 15 to be fully vaccinated, while Atrium Health will require that status by Oct. 31.

NC Hospitals ‘Noncompliant’ In Publicly Posting Costs: Report

The report, recently released by Patients Rights Advocate, tracks hospitals abiding by federal requirements to post prices online.

See Where Charlotte Ranks In New Fittest Cities List

Here’s how Charlotte compared to 99 other cities in the 2021 American Fitness Index.

Mecklenburg County Is Bringing Vaccinations To You

The Mecklenburg County "Doses To Doors" program offers on-demand mobile COVID-19 vaccinations.

COVID-19 Cases On The Rise In NC As Delta Variant Spreads

During the week ending July 3, new cases of COVID-19 rose by 12 percent in North Carolina, according to state health officials.

3 NC Counties Among 2021’s Healthiest Communities: US News

More than half of the 500 healthiest communities had fewer COVID-19 cases per capita than the national average.

$1M Lottery Winner Announced As NC Aims To Up Vaccination Rates

Officials are amping warnings to those who remain unvaccinated in NC as a new, highly contagious variant spreads throughout the state.

Low Vaccination Rate Leads To Critical COVID Spread In NC County

A NC county, with a 33 percent vaccination rate, is experiencing a viral spread of COVID. Here's how Mecklenburg County is faring.

President Biden To Make First Visit To NC: How To Watch

President Joe Biden will travel to North Carolina Thursday to speak about the importance of getting vaccinated. Here's how to watch.

$25 Vaccination Incentive Program Expands In Charlotte Metro

NC's $25 cash card incentive program for those getting first doses of vaccine has expanded. Here's where to get it in the Charlotte area.

See The Best Children’s Hospitals In NC In New US News List

The latest children’s hospital rankings from U.S. News include the highest-rated pediatric facilities in North Carolina.

New COVID-19 Delta Variant Rapidly Spreading Throughout NC: DHHS

As the highly contagious variant continues to spread, NC public health officials said there is "increasing urgency" to get vaccinated.

Mobile Vaccination Event Set For Saturday In Renaissance Park

No appointment is needed and shots are free at the mobile vaccination event in southwest Charlotte Saturday.

NC To Award $1M Prizes, Expand Cash Incentives For Vaccinations

NC residents who have received a shot are automatically entered and anyone getting a shot today on will be entered twice, Gov. Cooper said.

NC Offers $25 Cash Cards For First Dose Vaccinations

The limited program offers $25 cash cards to offset the time and transportation costs of getting vaccinated, DHHS said.

NC Monitoring Wastewater Systems For COVID-19 Virus Clues

The monitoring program measures shed COVID-19 viral particles found in poop at wastewater treatment locations around the state.

Will You Vaccinate Your 12- To 15-Year-Old? Take Our Survey

COVID-19 vaccines have been approved for those as young as 12 in North Carolina. Patch wants to know, will you vaccinate your children?