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DHHS Issues Medicaid Managed Care Prepaid Health Plans Request for Proposal
DHHS hit a significant milestone in its transformation to Medicaid Managed Care as it today released its Prepaid Health Plan Request for Proposal, the largest procurement in DHHS history.
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Time to Make Sure NC Students Are Up to Date on Vaccinations
As students head back to school, health officials are reminding North Carolinians to ensure their children are current on their vaccinations.
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Dashboard Tracks Opioid Action Plan Progress
The data dashboard developed by DHHS shows the state is beginning to see success in its efforts to combat the opioid crisis. The oversupply of prescription opioids is being reduced and access to treatment and recovery services has increased.
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Interactive Map Shows Health Indicators Across NC
DHHS has created an interactive tool showing social determinants of health indicators in North Carolina, including the economic, social and neighborhood, and housing and transportation status of residents.
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Tick and Mosquito Awareness
State health officials are advising North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” by taking measures to reduce their risk of tick and mosquito bites.
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The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to make this happen.
Local Social Services Office
Every county in North Carolina has its own local social services agency. If you have questions, they have answers. We're here to help you find contact information for your local county office.
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