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April FNS Benefits to Be Issued Early for Some
Because of the federal shutdown at the beginning of the year, NCDHHS is continuing to adjust distribution schedules for Food and Nutrition Services benefits.
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NC Early Childhood Action Plan Released
Governor Roy Cooper released the plan, providing a framework to galvanize coordinated public-private action to achieve 10 measurable goals for young children that address health, safety, family resilience and learning outcomes.
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Secretary Cohen Named One of 2019’s Top 25 Women Leaders
Modern Healthcare’s biennial recognition program honors the top women health care executives who are influencing health policy and care delivery models across the country.
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DHHS Releases Final Policy Guidance for BH I/DD TP Eligibility & Enrollment
March 18—DHHS releases final policy guidance for "Behavioral Health Intellectual/Developmental Disability Tailored Plan Eligibility and Enrollment."
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Flu Activity Widespread in North Carolina
It’s never too late to get vaccinated and help protect yourself and others from the spread of this dangerous and sometimes deadly virus.
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Mobile App Available for People in FNS, Work First Programs
People who receive help buying food through the Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) program or cash assistance through the Work First program can now access account information through a free mobile application called ebtEDGE.
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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.
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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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