How North Carolina Ranks For Gun-Related Hospitalizations

The Rand Corp. recently released a database that tracks hospitalizations due to firearm injuries by state. See how our state measured up.

Mecklenburg Health Officials Readying For Teen Vaccinations

As of Wednesday, about 41 percent of Mecklenburg County residents were partially vaccinated, and about 31 percent fully vaccinated.

Blood Donors Needed In Charlotte Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up nearby.

North Carolina Turns Turquoise to End Lung Cancer

Week-long Turquoise Takeover strives to provide hope to those facing lung cancer, fund life-saving research

Mecklenburg County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

This is how the Charlotte area compares to North Carolina and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Hospital Safety Grades 2021: How Charlotte Hospitals Fared

Safety grades by the nonprofit health care watchdog group Leapfrog show how hospitals in NC responded to the coronavirus pandemic.

Got The COVID-19 Vaccine? Get These Freebies In NC, Around The US

Businesses like Budweiser and Krispy Kreme are pitching in to offer free stuff to anyone who’s fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.

North Carolina's Outdoor Mask Mandate Set To End: Here's When

Here's where North Carolinians will still need to wear a mask, according to a new statewide executive order.

Almost Half Of NC Adults Have Received At Least 1 Vaccine Dose

North Carolina health data shows that 48.2 percent of residents 18 and older have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

J&J Vaccine Pause: Recommendation To Lift In NC, Elsewhere In US

A key federal committee recommended that the U.S. lift the pause of the single-dose COVID-19 vaccine.

'Lack Of Urgency' Emerging In Mecklenburg Vaccine Demand

"All of our metrics are beginning to increase," Mecklenburg County's health director said Wednesday.

NC's Gov. Cooper Eyes Lifting COVID-19 Mandates By June 1

North Carolina public health officials want two-thirds of adults to have at least one shot as quickly as possible.

Report: Charlotte’s Air Quality is the Worst in the Southeast

Report reveals more unhealthy ozone pollution days for Charlotte metro area

New Report: Wilmington Named as Top 5 Cleanest Cities in U.S.

Report reveals no unhealthy pollution days for Wilmington metro area

Hospital Capacity In Charlotte Area: Update

Here are updated figures on hospital capacity in Mecklenburg County.

Walk-In COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available In Charlotte: Details

The county's vaccination clinic in the Bojangles Coliseum is now accepting walk-ins. Here's what you need to know.

NC Woman Believes Mother's Death Linked To J&J Shot: Report

Darlene Blackwell died from a brain aneurysm within days after receiving a J&J covid vaccine, her daughter told a local station.

NC Among Safer States During COVID, Report Says: Here's Why

A new report placed NC in the top half of 50 states and Washington, D.C. in ranking the safest states amid COVID-19. Here's why.

J&J Pause Not Expected To Hurt Vaccine Availability In NC

North Carolina public health officials anticipate the state has sufficient supply of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to meet demand.

J&J Vaccines Paused In North Carolina 'Until We Learn More': DHHS

North Carolina public health officials urge those with appointments for Pfizer and Moderna vaccinations to get them.

Feds Pause Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine In NC, Across US

The vaccine produced by Johnson & Johnson has been put on hold because of blood-clot concerns, according to the FDA and CDC.

Publix Now Vaccinating In NC: See Where Appointments Remain

Publix pharmacies are administering the Moderna vaccine in NC, including the Charlotte metro. Here's how to make an appointment.

Good COVID-19 News: Nursing Home Cases Plummet In NC

A new report by the American Health Care Association shows nursing home cases nationwide have dropped 96 percent in the last three months.

Mecklenburg County Coronavirus Vaccination, Cases: Latest Info

Here is how the Charlotte area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Charlotte Allergy Tracker: Brace For Pollen, Sneezing & Misery

Bless you! It’s a tough time of year for seasonal allergy sufferers. Here’s how to check the allergy forecast in Charlotte.

Adverse Reactions Temporarily Halt J&J Vaccinations At NC Site

After 18 people had adverse reactions, including four who were sent to the hospital, health officials paused vaccinations at one NC site.

Majority Of Adults In NC In Favor Of COVID Vaccine: Elon Poll

Support for coronavirus vaccines has grown in the state since the fall, according to a new statewide poll by Elon University.

Do You Support A Vaccine Passport In NC? Take Our Survey

Are you in favor of or against requiring those in NC to show that they have been vaccinated against or have tested negative for COVID-19?

Allergy Forecast For Charlotte: What Pollen Rates Are Expected

Allergy sufferers beware, as high risk of allergy symptoms are expected in Charlotte in the coming days.

COVID Up Among Younger Adults In NC As Vaccine Eligibly Expands

As of Wednesday, anyone 16 years old and older is eligible for a COVID vaccine in North Carolina.

Nearly 1 Out Of 3 Adults Partially Vaccinated In North Carolina

As of Monday, about 20 percent of adults were fully vaccinated, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said.

Where North Carolina Childhood Obesity Ranks Among The States

A new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation says about 1 in 7 children nationwide are considered obese. Here's where NC ranks.

NC’s Coronavirus Response Ranks Among Best In US: Index

The results of a new analysis by a UC Berkeley institute also placed the United States’ coronavirus response among the world’s worst.

New Batch Of Vaccine Appointments Available Tuesday: MCPH

The new appointments come as the state readies to open up vaccinations to all adults who want one. Here's how to make an appointment.

Mecklenburg COVID Update: 'Slight Uptick' In Cases

As of Friday, Mecklenburg County's COVID-19 case count rose to nearly 101,000 cases, county health officials said.

NC Rolls Out Home COVID-19 Testing Kit Program For Those In Need

Through a partnership with Labcorp, North Carolina public health officials are providing 35,000 free home COVID-19 test collection kits.

Coronavirus Cases Up In Charlotte Area Despite Vaccination Increase

North Carolina is doing worse than most states in the race to vaccinate its population.

Newsweek Top Hospitals Ranking Includes 12 NC Facilities

Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte made the list. Here's how it was ranked by Newsweek.

Cooper Announces Expedited Vaccine Eligibility Timeline For NC

Here's when anyone in North Carolina who wants a COVID vaccine will be eligible to get one.

Charlotte Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has affected the U.S. blood supply.