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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is accepting applications for the state's Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) beginning Dec. 1, 2016
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is accepting applications for the state's Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) beginning Dec. 1, 2016
 
In 2016, Vidant Health strengthened their mission to improve the health and well-being of eastern North Carolina and advanced its vision to become the national model for rural health and wellness by creating a premier, trusted health care delivery and education system through strong results in quali
In 2016, Vidant Health strengthened their mission to improve the health and well-being of eastern North Carolina and advanced its vision to become the national model for rural health and wellness by creating a premier, trusted health care delivery and education system through strong results in quali
 
The Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) is getting statewide recognition for keeping state employees informed and engaged
The Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) is getting statewide recognition for keeping state employees informed and engaged
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking applicants to develop recommendations of Governor Pat McCrory's Task Force on Mental Health and Substance Use, including employing case management and other targeted strategies to help those with mental health and substance use is
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking applicants to develop recommendations of Governor Pat McCrory's Task Force on Mental Health and Substance Use, including employing case management and other targeted strategies to help those with mental health and substance use is
 
November is National Home Care and Hospice Care Month, a time set aside to honor those who attend to the in-home health, hospice and community-based care needs of the state's citizens in the comfort and privacy of their homes
November is National Home Care and Hospice Care Month, a time set aside to honor those who attend to the in-home health, hospice and community-based care needs of the state's citizens in the comfort and privacy of their homes
 
A routine morning at the gym proved to be anything but routine for Beaufort County native Pamela Black. After being unable to remember her boxing combination, her trainer of four years thought something seemed "off" with Black's behavior. Later in the day, her "brain wouldn't talk to her hand,"
A routine morning at the gym proved to be anything but routine for Beaufort County native Pamela Black. After being unable to remember her boxing combination, her trainer of four years thought something seemed "off" with Black's behavior. Later in the day, her "brain wouldn't talk to her hand,"
 
Governor Pat McCrory's request for Disaster Food and Nutrition Services benefits for North Carolina households impacted by Hurricane Matthew was approved today for eight additional counties
Governor Pat McCrory's request for Disaster Food and Nutrition Services benefits for North Carolina households impacted by Hurricane Matthew was approved today for eight additional counties
 
Local gamers of all levels and from all categories - console, mobile, PC, table-top, etc. - are uniting for one cause on Saturday, Nov. 5: to save and improve the lives of kids treated at James and Connie Maynard Children's Hospital
Local gamers of all levels and from all categories - console, mobile, PC, table-top, etc. - are uniting for one cause on Saturday, Nov. 5: to save and improve the lives of kids treated at James and Connie Maynard Children's Hospital
 
The 1in9 organization has awarded Vidant Health a $30,000 grant to assist women undergoing treatment for breast, ovarian, cervical, and uterine cancer or the gynecological cancers
The 1in9 organization has awarded Vidant Health a $30,000 grant to assist women undergoing treatment for breast, ovarian, cervical, and uterine cancer or the gynecological cancers
 
New Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, which assign A, B, C, D and F letter grades to hospitals nationwide and provide the most complete picture of patient safety in the U.S., were announced today by The Leapfrog Group
New Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, which assign A, B, C, D and F letter grades to hospitals nationwide and provide the most complete picture of patient safety in the U.S., were announced today by The Leapfrog Group
 
Oct. 29 is World Stroke Day. The stroke team at Vidant Medical Center strives to provide quality and efficient stroke care throughout eastern North Carolina
Oct. 29 is World Stroke Day. The stroke team at Vidant Medical Center strives to provide quality and efficient stroke care throughout eastern North Carolina
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture approved his request for citizens in an additional 13 counties slammed earlier this month by Hurricane Matthew to be eligible to receive Disaster Food and Nutrition Service benefits.
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture approved his request for citizens in an additional 13 counties slammed earlier this month by Hurricane Matthew to be eligible to receive Disaster Food and Nutrition Service benefits.
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that thousands of households in an 18-county area slammed earlier this month by Hurricane Matthew may be eligible to receive Disaster Food and Nutrition Service benefits
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that thousands of households in an 18-county area slammed earlier this month by Hurricane Matthew may be eligible to receive Disaster Food and Nutrition Service benefits
 
Food and Nutrition Services beneficiaries in eastern North Carolina who lost food because of Hurricane Matthew are asked to contact the Electronic Benefits Transfer Call Center to request replacement benefits
Food and Nutrition Services beneficiaries in eastern North Carolina who lost food because of Hurricane Matthew are asked to contact the Electronic Benefits Transfer Call Center to request replacement benefits
 
The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved North Carolina's request for a hot food waiver in all 100 counties, allowing Food and Nutrition Services (food stamps) recipients to purchase hot food prepared for immediate consumption from authorized Electronic Benefits Transfer retailers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved North Carolina's request for a hot food waiver in all 100 counties, allowing Food and Nutrition Services (food stamps) recipients to purchase hot food prepared for immediate consumption from authorized Electronic Benefits Transfer retailers
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the state's first death from flu for the 2016-2017 flu season
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the state's first death from flu for the 2016-2017 flu season
 
All Wellness Center locations are back to normal operating hours. This should be our last email to update you, unless something changes with the city and counties where we have locations
All Wellness Center locations are back to normal operating hours. This should be our last email to update you, unless something changes with the city and counties where we have locations
 
The Beaufort County Public Health Department would like to congratulate Mike Bell on his years of service to the Beaufort County Board of Health on the occasion of his retirement.
The Beaufort County Public Health Department would like to congratulate Mike Bell on his years of service to the Beaufort County Board of Health on the occasion of his retirement.
 
The following are operation hours for Vidant Wellness Centers in response to Hurricane Mattehew
The following are operation hours for Vidant Wellness Centers in response to Hurricane Mattehew
 
Beaufort County Public Health Department is advising the public on important precautions after hurricane Matthew:
Beaufort County Public Health Department is advising the public on important precautions after hurricane Matthew:
 
The Vidant Health Foundation is distributing more than $2 million to 142 grants for communities in eastern North Carolina for the 2016-2017 grant cycle
The Vidant Health Foundation is distributing more than $2 million to 142 grants for communities in eastern North Carolina for the 2016-2017 grant cycle
 
Dr. Angela Black Smith, PharmD, whose research and analysis could save the state $2.5 million a year in prescription costs, recently won recognition as a recipient of the 2016 Governor's Award for Excellence.
Dr. Angela Black Smith, PharmD, whose research and analysis could save the state $2.5 million a year in prescription costs, recently won recognition as a recipient of the 2016 Governor's Award for Excellence.
 
They're motivated to advance in their careers, driven to bring innovation and efficiency to their organizations, and maybe a little relieved to finally be done, after spending the last 16 months participating in the NC Certified Public Manager® Program (CPM).
They're motivated to advance in their careers, driven to bring innovation and efficiency to their organizations, and maybe a little relieved to finally be done, after spending the last 16 months participating in the NC Certified Public Manager® Program (CPM).
 
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The Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation (ALCF) recently awarded the Leo W. Jenkins Cancer Center (LWJCC) the official designation as a Community Hospital Center of Excellence.
The Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation (ALCF) recently awarded the Leo W. Jenkins Cancer Center (LWJCC) the official designation as a Community Hospital Center of Excellence.
 
Beginning Oct. 1, Vidant Medical Group (VMG) and the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University will begin providing emergency medicine services at The Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head.
Beginning Oct. 1, Vidant Medical Group (VMG) and the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University will begin providing emergency medicine services at The Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head.
 
As flu season approaches, state health officials encourage North Carolina residents to protect themselves by being vaccinated against the flu.
As flu season approaches, state health officials encourage North Carolina residents to protect themselves by being vaccinated against the flu.
 
Today is World Rabies Day and state health officials encourage North Carolinians to be aware of rabies and take preventive measures, including vaccination of their pets according to law
Today is World Rabies Day and state health officials encourage North Carolinians to be aware of rabies and take preventive measures, including vaccination of their pets according to law
 
Vidant Pulmonology, opened a practice in Ahoskie, located at 700 S. Academy Street, as well as an office in Washington located at 608 E. 12th Street, on Aug. 8
Vidant Pulmonology, opened a practice in Ahoskie, located at 700 S. Academy Street, as well as an office in Washington located at 608 E. 12th Street, on Aug. 8
 
Vidant Health has earned CEO Cancer Gold Standard™ re-accreditation for maintaining a strong commitment to the health of its employees and satisfying the latest, comprehensive requirements of the Gold Standard.
Vidant Health has earned CEO Cancer Gold Standard™ re-accreditation for maintaining a strong commitment to the health of its employees and satisfying the latest, comprehensive requirements of the Gold Standard.
 
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced the 2015 performance year results for the Medicare Shared Savings Program and the Pioneer Accountable Care Organization Model that show physicians, hospitals and health care providers participating in Accountable Care Organization
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced the 2015 performance year results for the Medicare Shared Savings Program and the Pioneer Accountable Care Organization Model that show physicians, hospitals and health care providers participating in Accountable Care Organization
 
Public health officials remind everyone to "tip and toss" outdoor water containers after this weekend's heavy rain. More than half of North Carolina received heavy rainfall as Tropical Storm Hermine tracked along the coast
Public health officials remind everyone to "tip and toss" outdoor water containers after this weekend's heavy rain. More than half of North Carolina received heavy rainfall as Tropical Storm Hermine tracked along the coast
 
One of the benefits of eastern North Carolina living includes the proximity to beaches, water ways and a multitude of outdoor recreation activities, perfect for the summertime. However, sun exposure is the greatest risk factor associated with skin cancer.
One of the benefits of eastern North Carolina living includes the proximity to beaches, water ways and a multitude of outdoor recreation activities, perfect for the summertime. However, sun exposure is the greatest risk factor associated with skin cancer.
 
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), Aliso Viejo, Calif., recently conferred a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), Aliso Viejo, Calif., recently conferred a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.
 
The beginning of a new school year is upon many in North Carolina and the Department of Human Services' Division of Public Health reminds parents and guardians of the importance of vaccinations for school-aged children.
The beginning of a new school year is upon many in North Carolina and the Department of Human Services' Division of Public Health reminds parents and guardians of the importance of vaccinations for school-aged children.
 
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