People in Medicaid in 27 counties were mailed an enrollment packet to choose a health plan to provide their Medicaid services, along with a primary care provider. Enrollment runs through Sept. 13.

At the NC Opioid Summit, Governor Roy Cooper and DHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen highlighted the state’s progress in addressing the opioid epidemic over the last two years and launched the updated Opioid Action Plan 2.0 to continue to combat the issue.

Officials at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services caution swimmers to take steps to ensure water safety, including keeping a close watch on children and young adults and avoiding rip currents at the coast.

Children and teens at risk of inadequate food when school is not in session may receive free and nutritious meals and snacks through the Summer Food Service Program.

The North Carolina Division of Public Health is advising North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” and take important precautions to protect against tick and mosquito bites during warm weather months.

The plan, released in February, provides 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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