NC Health News
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More than 200 people with disabilities and their supporters pressed state lawmakers to undo reimbursement reductions that have already slashed wages for caregivers. -
As he prepares to leave office, Roy Cooper reflects on his signature policy achievement -
Immigrant health advocates are sounding the alarm bell about HB10, a controversial bill making its way through the General Assembly. -
The former surgeon general in the Trump administration criticizes N.C. bill that would do away with a pandemic-era law that allowed face masks for public health reasons. -
As the climate warms, labor advocates say more protections for workers will help employers too. -
As the state starts to recertify all of NC’s Medicaid recipients, many ‘procedural’ problems result in coverage termination. -
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Advanced practice nurses who want more independence in NC tussle with doctors who oppose granting itNurses fighting for more autonomy were not part of the Medicaid expansion deal but say they will continue to push for enhanced practice capabilities. -
Senate leader Phil Berger, House speaker Tim Moore reveal a proposal to expand Medicaid and make it a part of a budget that eventually will land on the desk of Gov. Roy Cooper. -
Since the labor and delivery unit closed at the Macon County hospital, providers have tried to fill the gap. But without anywhere to deliver a baby, there’s only so much they can do.
