Posted on: December 7, 2019
On Dec. 4, 2019 the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new rule for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This new rule does not apply to North Carolina and does not impact people who receive SNAP benefits in the state.
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Posted on: December 4, 2019
On November 19, 2019, The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced the suspension of Medicaid Managed Care that was scheduled to go live February 1, 2020 until further notice.
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Posted on: November 27, 2019
With family and friends come together to celebrate the holidays, staying healthy through this season can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you succeed through the holidays!
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Posted on: November 20, 2019
Legislators adjourn without taking actions required for Medicaid Managed Care; DHHS suspends implementation of Managed Care
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Posted on: November 20, 2019
Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of ready-to-bake refrigerated Nestlé Toll House Cookie Dough products due to the potential presence of food-grade rubber pieces.
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Posted on: November 4, 2019
The number of North Carolina cases of severe lung injury associated with e-cigarette use or vaping continues to rise with 61 cases in people ranging in age from 13 to 72.
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Posted on: November 1, 2019
On Monday, November 4th the North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force (Task Force) will examine newly released child death data for 2018 showing a total rate that is a historic low for the state.
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