NC ranks among worst states for child health care, study shows

NC ranks among worst states for child health care, study shows

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — From school district rankings to knowing where the closest hospital or pediatrician is, there's a lot to consider when deciding where to live for those moving with kids. In the realm of heath, a new study from WalletHub has found that there are 39 states (and D.C.) who rank above North Carolina in best states for children's health care. North Carolina ranks #41 "The quality of children’s health care should be one of the mo…

Flu-related deaths in NC top more than 500 for the season, highest since 2009, NCDHHS

Flu-related deaths in NC top for the season, highest since NC Department of Health and Human Services started collecting data.

North Carolina reports highest number of flu deaths since 2009

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) -- The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported more than 500 flu-related deaths for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season. This is the highest number of statewide flu deaths since reporting began in 2009. "We are deeply saddened by the loss of life this respiratory virus season," NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai said.  "These numbers would be even higher without the dedication of th…

STATE: More than 500 flu deaths in North Carolina, highest since 2009 - The Stanly News & Press

RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today reported more than 500 flu-related deaths for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season. This is the highest number of statewide flu deaths recorded since broad reporting began in 2009. This milestone serves as a reminder that seasonal influenza and other respiratory viruses can be serious and, in some cases, even fatal. Prevention and response to these and other illnesses a…

Record number of flu-related deaths reported in North Carolina this season

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services says that recent federal funding cuts are "leaving the state vulnerable to public health threats."

NCDHHS: More than 500 flu deaths reported in North Carolina

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday reported more than 500 flu-related deaths for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season. This is the highest