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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is notifying individuals of an incident regarding the email of unsecured protected health information as required by the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health, or HITECH Act. Specific individuals who were affe
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is notifying individuals of an incident regarding the email of unsecured protected health information as required by the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health, or HITECH Act. Specific individuals who were affe
 
The Great 100 Nurses, which promotes nursing excellence in North Carolina, has recognized seven Vidant Health nurses in its list of the 2015 Great 100 Nurses. This non-profit organization creates peer recognition among North Carolina's registered nurses, as well as awards excellence in practice...
The Great 100 Nurses, which promotes nursing excellence in North Carolina, has recognized seven Vidant Health nurses in its list of the 2015 Great 100 Nurses. This non-profit organization creates peer recognition among North Carolina's registered nurses, as well as awards excellence in practice...
 
After Roy Cooper's Non-Announcement Announcement, NCGOP Releases Web Video: "Better Than This"...
After Roy Cooper's Non-Announcement Announcement, NCGOP Releases Web Video: "Better Than This"...
 
The Beaufort County Hospital Authority Board will hold a Special Called Meeting on Friday, October 16, 2015 at 9:00 AM. The meeting will be held in the board room at 121 W. 3rd Street, Washington, NC 27889. The public is welcome to attend.
The Beaufort County Hospital Authority Board will hold a Special Called Meeting on Friday, October 16, 2015 at 9:00 AM. The meeting will be held in the board room at 121 W. 3rd Street, Washington, NC 27889. The public is welcome to attend.
 
Swashbucklers of all ages will converge on the banks of the Tar River, a paradise located in Uptown Greenville, for the 10th annual PirateFest on April 8 and 9, 2016.
Swashbucklers of all ages will converge on the banks of the Tar River, a paradise located in Uptown Greenville, for the 10th annual PirateFest on April 8 and 9, 2016.
 
Immediately following Deborah Ross' middle of the night campaign announcement, NCGOP Executive Director Dallas Woodhouse released the following statement...
Immediately following Deborah Ross' middle of the night campaign announcement, NCGOP Executive Director Dallas Woodhouse released the following statement...
 
Based in Chapel Hill, NC, Beatles & 60's rock & roll band The BackBeat pleases crowds of all ages with hits from the Fab Four along with timeless classics from The Rolling Stones, Chuck Berry, The Kinks and more!
Based in Chapel Hill, NC, Beatles & 60's rock & roll band The BackBeat pleases crowds of all ages with hits from the Fab Four along with timeless classics from The Rolling Stones, Chuck Berry, The Kinks and more!
 
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) today released the following statement upon North Carolina Treasurer Janet Cowell's announcement that she will not seek re-election...
The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) today released the following statement upon North Carolina Treasurer Janet Cowell's announcement that she will not seek re-election...
 
What would North Carolina look like with Roy Cooper as governor? Today, the North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) launched a website, backtothefuturenc.com, and digital ad campaign to take North Carolinians back in time to examine Roy Cooper's long 30-year record as a Raleigh insider and show how
What would North Carolina look like with Roy Cooper as governor? Today, the North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) launched a website, backtothefuturenc.com, and digital ad campaign to take North Carolinians back in time to examine Roy Cooper's long 30-year record as a Raleigh insider and show how
 
Vidant Health has named John Marques as its new chief human resources officer, effective Oct. 12.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services' Division of Public Health announced North Carolina's Infant Mortality Rate for 2014 was 7.1 per 1,000 live births. This figure represents a slight increase from the lowest rates recorded; a rate of 7.0 per 1,000 live births for...
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services' Division of Public Health announced North Carolina's Infant Mortality Rate for 2014 was 7.1 per 1,000 live births. This figure represents a slight increase from the lowest rates recorded; a rate of 7.0 per 1,000 live births for...
 
The 25th Annual Paramedic Competition was held Sunday in Greensboro at the Joseph S. Koury Convention Center during the Emergency Medicine Today Conference, a conference which brings together North Carolina paramedics, EMTs and county emergency services medical directors.
The 25th Annual Paramedic Competition was held Sunday in Greensboro at the Joseph S. Koury Convention Center during the Emergency Medicine Today Conference, a conference which brings together North Carolina paramedics, EMTs and county emergency services medical directors.
 
On September 24, 2015 at approximately 12:51 a.m., Cpl. Michael Sheppard with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office was patrolling the area of River Road in Washington. Cpl. Sheppard checked the plate number of a car in front of him through the NC DMV database. Cpl. Sheppard learned...
On September 24, 2015 at approximately 12:51 a.m., Cpl. Michael Sheppard with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office was patrolling the area of River Road in Washington. Cpl. Sheppard checked the plate number of a car in front of him through the NC DMV database. Cpl. Sheppard learned...
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the state's first death from flu for the 2015-2016 influenza season. An adult in the western region of the state died last week of complications from an influenza infection. (To protect the family's privacy, the person's...
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the state's first death from flu for the 2015-2016 influenza season. An adult in the western region of the state died last week of complications from an influenza infection. (To protect the family's privacy, the person's...
 
Vidant Health and its physician partners are offering you the chance to learn how early detection, regular screening, and advanced treatment options can give you the power against breast cancer with our Pink Power Speaking tour, a series of eight events offered across the region.
Vidant Health and its physician partners are offering you the chance to learn how early detection, regular screening, and advanced treatment options can give you the power against breast cancer with our Pink Power Speaking tour, a series of eight events offered across the region.
 
The 25th annual North Carolina Paramedic Competition gets under way Sunday at the Joseph S. Koury Convention Center, pitting the 2014 state champs from Rowan County EMS against five teams that clinched regional championships this summer for the right to challenge them.
The 25th annual North Carolina Paramedic Competition gets under way Sunday at the Joseph S. Koury Convention Center, pitting the 2014 state champs from Rowan County EMS against five teams that clinched regional championships this summer for the right to challenge them.
 
In its largest ever donation, The Service League of Greenville has pledged $2 million to Vidant Medical Center Foundation to help build the new cancer center and bed tower currently under construction on the Vidant Medical Center campus. This contribution to the new facility, which is set to open...
In its largest ever donation, The Service League of Greenville has pledged $2 million to Vidant Medical Center Foundation to help build the new cancer center and bed tower currently under construction on the Vidant Medical Center campus. This contribution to the new facility, which is set to open...
 
The flu vaccine is the most effective method to prevent the spread of influenza. Vidant Health is committed to protecting its employees, patients and the community by offering flu shot clinics through November. Community members, ages 9 and up, may receive the flu shot for a $30 fee. The flu mist...
The flu vaccine is the most effective method to prevent the spread of influenza. Vidant Health is committed to protecting its employees, patients and the community by offering flu shot clinics through November. Community members, ages 9 and up, may receive the flu shot for a $30 fee. The flu mist...
 
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed September as North Carolina Preparedness Month and is encouraging North Carolina families, businesses and schools to be aware and prepare for all types of emergencies.
Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed September as North Carolina Preparedness Month and is encouraging North Carolina families, businesses and schools to be aware and prepare for all types of emergencies.
 
As flu season approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging all North Carolina residents to protect themselves by getting vaccinated against the flu.
As flu season approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging all North Carolina residents to protect themselves by getting vaccinated against the flu.
 
"We went from her having two legs to one." Patricia Watkins describes the heartbreaking reality for her family after her daughter, Angel Watkins, now 14, lost her left leg due to osteosarcoma, a bone cancer, in Sept. 2014. Now, a year later, she and her family are joining the fight to bring...
"We went from her having two legs to one." Patricia Watkins describes the heartbreaking reality for her family after her daughter, Angel Watkins, now 14, lost her left leg due to osteosarcoma, a bone cancer, in Sept. 2014. Now, a year later, she and her family are joining the fight to bring...
 
Health officials from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services' Division of Public Health encourage residents and visitors to take precautions to prevent mosquito-borne illness following a death from West Nile virus infection. This is North Carolina's first death and first...
Health officials from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services' Division of Public Health encourage residents and visitors to take precautions to prevent mosquito-borne illness following a death from West Nile virus infection. This is North Carolina's first death and first...
 
On 8-27-2015, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Emanuel Paul, 34 years of age, of 115 Slatestone Drive in Washington and Samantha Brooke Woolard, 32 years of age, of 115 Slatestone Drive in Washington. They were charged with Possession of Heroin, Possession o
On 8-27-2015, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Emanuel Paul, 34 years of age, of 115 Slatestone Drive in Washington and Samantha Brooke Woolard, 32 years of age, of 115 Slatestone Drive in Washington. They were charged with Possession of Heroin, Possession o
 
As Vidant Health continues to assess the potential impacts of an incomplete state budget, including the uncertainty of Medicaid reform, its Board of Directors approved the fiscal year 2016 operational plan today.
As Vidant Health continues to assess the potential impacts of an incomplete state budget, including the uncertainty of Medicaid reform, its Board of Directors approved the fiscal year 2016 operational plan today.
 
The Vidant Health Foundation distributed more than $1.8 million through 132 grants for communities in eastern North Carolina for the 2015-2016 grant cycle. Grants were awarded for programs that focused on chronic disease prevention and management, access to care and nutrition and physical activity.
The Vidant Health Foundation distributed more than $1.8 million through 132 grants for communities in eastern North Carolina for the 2015-2016 grant cycle. Grants were awarded for programs that focused on chronic disease prevention and management, access to care and nutrition and physical activity.
 
On 8-18-2015, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Joseph Veith, 32 years of age, of 340 Seafarer Drive in Arapahoe and Dennis Lupton, 30 years of age, of 66 Old Lupton Road in Merritt. They were charged with Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drug...
On 8-18-2015, Investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit arrested Joseph Veith, 32 years of age, of 340 Seafarer Drive in Arapahoe and Dennis Lupton, 30 years of age, of 66 Old Lupton Road in Merritt. They were charged with Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drug...
 
On March 17, 2014, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of a sex offense against a minor child that occurred at a residence in Bath and Washington, NC. The Sheriff's Office began an investigation and collected evidence.
On March 17, 2014, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of a sex offense against a minor child that occurred at a residence in Bath and Washington, NC. The Sheriff's Office began an investigation and collected evidence.
 
Chester "Gene" Page, 78, hadn't seen a doctor in more than 12 years, but last December, the Ayden resident didn't have a choice. A worn-out heart valve led to sudden and extensive heart failure, requiring life-saving surgical intervention at Vidant Medical Center's East Carolina Heart Institute...
Chester "Gene" Page, 78, hadn't seen a doctor in more than 12 years, but last December, the Ayden resident didn't have a choice. A worn-out heart valve led to sudden and extensive heart failure, requiring life-saving surgical intervention at Vidant Medical Center's East Carolina Heart Institute...
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reminding parents of North Carolina middle school students to be aware of recent changes to immunization requirements, effective July 1. Children not up-to-date on these vaccinations will have 30 days from the start of school to be...
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reminding parents of North Carolina middle school students to be aware of recent changes to immunization requirements, effective July 1. Children not up-to-date on these vaccinations will have 30 days from the start of school to be...
 
The Maternal Expressions boutique at Vidant Medical Center is a proud sponsor of the 2015 World Breastfeeding Celebration. The celebration honors working mothers and encourages support for women to combine breastfeeding and work.
The Maternal Expressions boutique at Vidant Medical Center is a proud sponsor of the 2015 World Breastfeeding Celebration. The celebration honors working mothers and encourages support for women to combine breastfeeding and work.
 
On July 29, 2015, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a Fraud complaint that occurred at a business located on US 17 Hwy South in Chocowinity. The Sheriff's Office began an investigation by interviewing the owner and collecting evidence.
On July 29, 2015, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a Fraud complaint that occurred at a business located on US 17 Hwy South in Chocowinity. The Sheriff's Office began an investigation by interviewing the owner and collecting evidence.
 
On August 7, 2015, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of an industrial accident at a business on Frederick Road in Chocowinity, NC. Chocowinity Volunteer Fire Department and Chocowinity EMS and began life saving measures.
On August 7, 2015, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of an industrial accident at a business on Frederick Road in Chocowinity, NC. Chocowinity Volunteer Fire Department and Chocowinity EMS and began life saving measures.
 
On July 28, 2015 at approximately 8:45 a.m, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of a fire at an abandoned residence on Edwards Road in Chocowinity. Firefighters with Chocowinity and Blounts Creek Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the scene. Firefighters requested a Deputy...
On July 28, 2015 at approximately 8:45 a.m, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of a fire at an abandoned residence on Edwards Road in Chocowinity. Firefighters with Chocowinity and Blounts Creek Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the scene. Firefighters requested a Deputy...
 
Viral hepatitis affects as many as 400 million people worldwide - contributing to nearly 4,000 deaths each day. In North Carolina, an estimated 160,000 people are infected with hepatitis C and most are unaware of their infection.
Viral hepatitis affects as many as 400 million people worldwide - contributing to nearly 4,000 deaths each day. In North Carolina, an estimated 160,000 people are infected with hepatitis C and most are unaware of their infection.
 
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