Long Covid Lingers Longer Than You May Realize
A new study sheds some light on the condition’s lasting complications.
Back to School Time: Recommended Vaccines for Children and Teens
Time to Get Up to Date on Required and Recommended Vaccines. RSV Vaccine Recommended for Youngest…
FDA Approves RSV Vaccine for Pregnant Women. Next Stop: CDC.
Next step to protect babies from the scary respiratory infection.
CMS is Seeking Your Feedback on Proposed Changes to the Quality Payment Program
You Can Submit Your Comments on Policy Changes for Quality Payment Program NOW!
Specialty Care Referrals in NC Medicaid Reminder: NC Medicaid does not require referrals for specialty care.
This bulletin provides information about referrals for specialty care for NC Medicaid…
Dr. Karen L. Smith Honored with 2023 NC Rural Leadership Award
NCMS Board member Dr. Karen L. Smith received the 2023 Larry Wooten Rural Leadership Award,…
Wegovy Getting More Popular, Could Reduce Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Novo Nordisk Says Wegovy May Cut Risk of Cardiovascular deaths by 20 %
Questions About New RSV Option for Infants? Pediatric Experts Answer Questions in Live Panel Discussion
You're invited to join the RSV National Expert Program to learn about a new FDA-approved…
Chance discovery by Researchers Helps Fight Against Malaria
Scientists have found a naturally occurring strain of bacteria which can help stop the transmission…
NCDHHS Secretary Kody Kinsley to Donate Blood, Celebrating Expanded Eligibility for Donations
Kinsley Joined Effort by Nine States and the District of Columbia to Push For Change
Is There A Covid Summer Surge This Year?
Covid-19 has spiked every summer since 2020 — and this year’s no exception.
CDC: Preventive RSV Shot Recommended for ALL Infants
CDC: All Infants under 8 months of age should get a new antibody shot to protect RSV
Political Pulse August 4, 2023. It Is Time for YOU to Get Involved in NCMS Advocacy!
As the long session winds down, it’s time for NCMS members to get to work! NCMS has four…
New Study: AI Improves Breast Cancer Detection Rate by 20 Percent
Results from a study in Sweden show the potential of using artificial intelligence in mammography.…
On The Lighter Side – August 4, 2023 – From Mt. Mitchell to Bald Head Island (plus Beyonce)!
Here are some things NCMS employees, members, and YOU are talking about this week! OLD BALDY…
Congressional Update – Action Needed to Fix Medicare. How You Can Help Now.
Congressional Update: Action Needed to Fix Medicare
New Streaming Service Really Has ALL the Stars! (hint: It is from NASA)
NASA Is Launching a Streaming Service
— And It’s Free!
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Boost Your Office Moral, One Leaf at a Time!
Research on “micro-nature” demonstrates its positive impact on employee performance and…
New Trial Data: Postpartum Depression Pill Shows Positive Effects
Zuranolone is not yet approved by the FDA.
CMS: US Will Spend $7.2 Trillion on Healthcare in 2031
Healthcare will make up 19.6% of the country’s GDP
On The Lighter Side – July 28, 2023, Watermelon, Soccer, and a Haunted Mansion!
Here are some things NCMS employees, members, and the general public are talking about this week!…
State Takes Action To Start Medicaid Expansion October 1
State Takes Action To Start Medicaid Expansion October 1 Launch depends on General Assembly acting…
Meet a Woman Working to End the STEM Gender Gap – One Wikipedia Page at a Time!
Ladies, this one is for you (and little girls too)!
Public Rounds with Guest Dr. Osi Udekwu Talking Gun Violence in America
The North Carolina Medical Society is happy to share the April edition of Public Rounds!
