NC: Smoking Prevention
A Push to End Disposable Vape Sales in NC
Disposable vapes are posing a growing environmental threat in North Carolina and across the country, according to a new report. The U.S. Public …
NC Dentists: Vaping Increases Risk of Tooth, Gum Problems
North Carolina dentists are noticing an uptick in problems with teeth and gums among people who vape. Experts say vaping can cause as much damage to …
NC Center Expands Smoking-Cessation Program for Behavioral-Health Patients
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Smoking is prevalent among people with substance-use disorders, but tobacco-prevention efforts often overlook this population…
American Heart Assn. Accuses Vape Companies of 'Lying'
GREENSBORO, N.C. – The American Heart Association has launched a campaign called #QuitLying, aimed at addressing youth e-cigarette use and …
Report: Smoking is Cheap in NC, but Costly in Long Term
RALEIGH, N.C. – North Carolina is the third cheapest state in the country for smokers - but the habit comes at a cost. That's according to a …
More NC Churches Offer Refuge for Spirit – and Body
RALEIGH, N.C. – Growing numbers of North Carolina churches offer their congregations health and wellness resources, alongside spiritual …
Mixed Report: Health of NC's Children
RALEIGH, N.C. - The health of North Carolina's children has the potential to impact the state for generations to come and this year the state is …
Report: NC Kids with Medicaid Become Healthy, Productive Adults
RALEIGH, N.C. – More than one million North Carolina children benefit from Medicaid coverage, and as the nation's largest public health-…
Breathing Easier: May is Asthma Awareness Month
RALEIGH, N.C. - More than 100 people died from asthma in North Carolina in 2013, according to the most recent data available. Thousands more have the …
Report: Tobacco Prevention Efforts Not Up to Par in North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. - According to a recent report from the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, North Carolina will only spend about $1.2 million of the $422 …
Safety of Electronic Cigarettes Still Up for Debate
RALEIGH, N.C. - E-cigarettes provide users with nicotine through a liquid solution that also contains other chemicals and flavorings. Because they …
Health Education Seen as Key to Child Health in NC
RALEIGH, N.C. - Health education is a primary factor in keeping North Carolina's children healthy. That was the consensus at a meeting of health care …