Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention

Recently, the NC Department of Health and Human Services released a new action plan to address suicide. The action plan includes coordination among state agencies, increasing community awareness, and identifying at-risk communities. With 110 full-time staff members,...
First Death from West Nile Virus in NC

First Death from West Nile Virus in NC

North Carolina Health officials from the Department of Health and Human Services have confirmed the state’s first death this year associated with West Nile virus. Residents and visitors are encouraged to take precautions to prevent mosquito-borne illness. The state...