Some women are putting plans for children on hold or stepping up their contraception choices, citing fears of restricted reproductive health care access.

A new urgent care center in Robeson County will expand access to mental health services in rural North Carolina.

Millions of ACA enrollees face rising premiums and reduced subsidies as key tax credits near expiration in 2026.

Officials warn that sweeping federal cuts to Medicaid, food aid and clean energy programs could unravel key safety nets ...

Since Chantal and Helene drenched North Carolina, residents have been reassessing what it takes to stay safe as ...

The state’s 2023 law permits abortions for “life-limiting” anomalies during the first 24 weeks of pregnancy, but it leaves ...

Federal reforms force North Carolina to make tough decisions about Medicaid coverage, costs, and eligibility under mounting ...

Prison officials plan to install air conditioning for all prison beds by 2026 as heat poses growing health risks for ...

Advanced practice nurses are required to have a contract with a physician to practice in NC, but they say it’s unnecessary ...

Environmentalists are suing to stop the flow of 1,4-dioxane from a nearby factory into Asheboro's drinking water supply.

The “Press 3 option” at the lifeline is gone, but NC public health leaders have trained call takers to work with LGBTQ+ people in crisis.

Staff won two first-place, five second-place and three third-place awards in the annual North Carolina Press Association contest.