One Month Later: Checking in on the 988 Suicide Hotline
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, help is available. Several resources are in the…
CMS Encouraging Health Care Providers to Prepare for End of COVID-19 Waivers and Flexibilities
Prepare now for end of COVID-19 waivers and flexibilities The Office of Legislation Centers for…
DHHS Chief Deputy Secretary Kody Kinsley: “We have the tools now.” His response to the end of the Emergency Order and the future of monkeypox
NCDHHS Secretary Kody Kinsley RALEIGH -- "We have the tools now to manage COVID so it doesn't…
CDC Announces Sweeping Changes to Restore Public Trust
CNN -- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have been the nation's foremost public…
Move over Thin Mints! The new Girl Scout cookie Raspberry Rally is here!
The 2023 Girl Scout Cookie Season is January through April The Girl Scouts are ready…
Animal Tranquilizers Making Street Drugs More Dangerous
Are animal tranquilizers changing how you should treat overdoses? ER doctors and internal medicine…
FDA OKs Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids. Sales Could Begin in October
More affordable hearing aids could be in stores in October NPR -- Adults with hearing problems will…
Monkeypox. A New Threat for Returning College Students?
NPR -- Ahead of the new school year, colleges across the country are repurposing the tools they…
Millions of Americans Soon to be Living in ‘Extreme Heat Belt’
CNN -- Millions of Americans are about to be living in areas where temperatures will be above the…
HHS Investing Millions to Strengthen Health Care and Access in Rural Communities, More than $700K coming to NC
Mountain Area Health Education Center, Biltmore Village, NC WASHINGTON -- The U.S.…
Bad news for NC. State Ranked 18 out of top 20 States with Physician Shortage
North Carolina needs more doctors RALEIGH -- Across the nation, there is a shortage of primary care…
Melanoma Monday: Fun at the Pool!
Enjoy the pool, but keep your skin safe! RALEIGH — All summer NCMS is bringing you tips to…
NCMS Responds to the End of NC COVID-19 State of Emergency
North Carolina’s pandemic state of emergency ends Monday, August 15, 2022 RALEIGH -- On March 10,…
Today is National Middle Child Day
Today is National Middle Child Day Elizabeth Walker created National Middle Child Day in the…
Italy gives Domino’s the boot!
Domino's Pizza folding operations in Italy The last 29 Domino’s branches in Italy have officially…
Major test of possible Lyme vaccine for first time in 20 years
Lyme disease test looking for volunteers (AP) — Researchers are seeking thousands of…
Questions about Novavax’s COVID-19 Vaccine? We’ve got you covered
Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is ready for use Yale Medicine has the latest information on the…
Registration Now Open for NC AHEC Practice Management Academy
Photo Courtesy: NC AHEC RALEIGH -- The NC AHEC Practice Management Academy was established…
Show leadership in medicine! Join Leadership College – Apply Now! Deadline is Monday
Leadership College Application Deadline is August 15, 2022 RALEIGH -- The Leadership College…
Anesthesia death has widow, doctors in Cape Fear region at odds
Shital Patel is calling for change from Dental Board following death of husband, Dr. Henry Patel…
Medicaid: Pharmacy Point of Sale Process at Tailored Plan Launch
Tailored Plans will be temporarily managed by NCTracks when Tailored Plans launch on Dec. 1, 2022…
Develop your leadership skills! Apply Now to The Future Clinician Leaders College
RALEIGH -- The Future Clinician Leaders College program is a one-year interprofessional leadership…
Top Specialties With Highest Number of Physicians Working in Private Equity Acquired Practices
A study, supported by the National Institute for Health Care Management (NIHCM), which examined…
Today is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day!
August 4 is a day to be celebrated! It is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! Chocolate Chip…
US Uninsured Rate Hits Record Low
A new analysis from the Department of Health and Human Services released August 2, 2022 show the…
Biggest Expansion to Veterans’ Benefits in Over 30 Years Headed to President’s Desk
WASHINGTON -- The US Senate largely passed a bill Tuesday to expand health care and disability…
Answer your call to Lead – Apply to Leadership College!
RALEIGH -- Now accepting applications for the Class of 2023! The KIPL Leadership College Program…
AMA Offers Webinar on Dismantling Stigma for All: Addressing Physician and Patient Mental Health and Suicide Risk
Mark your calendars! The AMA is hosting a webinar during National Suicide Prevention Week and…
Would You Like A Four Day Workweek?
LONDON (CNN BUSINESS) -- The largest test of a four day workweek is happening and, so far, people…
Monkeypox Cases Increasing, Review PPE Inventory Now
RALEIGH -- North Carolina Medical Society Vendor Partner Henry Schein has issued a reminder of…
What Makes A State Attractive to Physicians? New Rankings Put NC at 11
Economics, medical resources, and quality of life. What makes an area a great place to practice…
NCMS Initial Slate of Nominees for Officers, Directors, AMA Delegate. Additional Nominations Accepted Until August 12th
SPECIAL NOTICE: NCMS Issues Initial Slate of Nominees The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS)…
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act Passes
On Wednesday, July 27, the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee unanimously passed the Improving…
NC Spine Society 2022 Annual Meeting Registration Now Open
RALEIGH -- The 2022 NC Spine Society Annual Meeting is August 19-21 at the Kiawah Island Resort in…
August Birthday Club! Happy Birthday to these NCMS Members
Happy birthday to these North Carolina Medical Society members! Gerald W. Blake, MD John P.…
New Bern Eye Doctor Seeks Rehearing of Case Challenging NC Certificate of Need
Dr. Jay Singleton, DO, FACS NEW BERN, NC -- Doctor Jay Singleton is asking the North Carolina Court…
Manchin, Schumer Deal Could be Good News for Medicare Drug Plans
What does Manchin, Schumer deal mean for Medicare? (CNN) -- After a year of negotiations, Senate…
UNC Researchers Looking at Why Black Women Die of Uterine Cancer More Often than White Women
Black women at greater risk of endometrial (uterine) cancer CHAPEL HILL -- A group of researchers…
NCDave Deadline Fast Approaching, Fines Begin September 1
NCDAVE deadline is September 1, 2022 RALEIGH -- North Carolina is making the switch to electronic…
NC Testing Wastewater for Monkeypox
NC testing wastewater for monkeypox Across the state of North Carolina, labs are testing wastewater…
800,000 Monkeypox Vaccines Soon Available for US Distribution
(ABC NEWS) -- Facing criticism for a sluggish response to monkeypox, the head of the US Department…
International AIDS Conference: 5th Person Likely Cured, Another in Long-Term Remission
MONTREAL -- The International AIDS Conference in Montreal was presented with two new cases which…
NC Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting Early Bird Registration About to End
RALEIGH -- Time is running out for the early bird registration for the NC Psychiatric Association…
Former NCMS Employee Linda Russell Dies from Cancer Complications
GARNER -- Former NCMS employee Linda Russell died Monday, April 25, 2022, at her home in Garner…
New Studies: Animals Sold at Wuhan Market Most Likely Started COVID-19 Pandemic
(CNN) -- Two totally different studies arrived at the same decision on where COVID-19 began: The…
First US Polio Case Since 2013 Reported in NY
The Associated Press has reported a case of polio in Rockland County, NY. Based on available…
More Than 200 Doctors, PAs, and Interns Suspended. Is Your NCTracks Updated?
RALEIGH -- Since May 2021, NC Medicaid started taking additional steps, as outlined in the…
Thank you to our NCMS PAC Investors
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Medical Society Political Action Committee (NCMS PAC) would like to…
North Carolina Medical Society Alliance Celebrates Centennial
RALEIGH -- Next year the North Carolina Medical Society Alliance celebrates 100 years! The…
Worried About Monkeypox? Here is How to Find Out More
AHEC is sponsoring a webinar on Monkeypox Thursday. As the World Health Organization declares…
Melanoma Monday: Be Safe While You Enjoy A Day at the Beach!
RALEIGH -- All summer NCMS is bringing you tips to enjoy the great Carolina outdoors. Melanoma…
President Joe Biden has COVID. Should Seniors be Worried?
RALEIGH -- President Joe Biden announced Thursday that he tested positive for COVID-19. He says…
Detected at the Cellular Level: New Technology May Make Finding Lung Cancer Easier, Faster
RALEIGH -- Lung cancer is on of the most common cancer types around the world and it is often…
North Carolina Medical Society Announces Dr. Charul Haugan New Board Member
RALEIGH – The North Carolina Medical Society is happy to announce the addition of Dr. Charul…
Strong Emotions, Contrary Opinions on Race Among Physicians
Medscape: Physicians' Views on Racial Disparities Issues Report 2022 Shows Strong Emotions,…
Eating Healthy and Keeping Costs Down
RALEIGH -- As food prices continue to rise, Americans are looking for more and more ways to eat…
NCMS Board Member Dr. Claude Jarrett talks Healthcare Policy and Medicaid Expansion
RALEIGH -- North Carolina Medical Society Board Member Dr. Claude Jarrett took time to speak on a…
NC Opioid Deaths Rising, NC Families Deciding Where National Settlement Money Will Go
RALEIGH -- North Carolina reported 326 suspected opioid overdoses in June compared to 288 in June…
Who Do You Spend Time With?
From adolescence to old age we change who we spend our time with. Family, children,…
Dr. Anthony Fauci says he expects to see out President Joe Biden’s current term
WASHINGTON -- Dr. Anthony Fauci says he will likely step down before the end of President Joe…
Do not try this at home!
A musician in South Africa is sharing one of the craziest videos on the internet right now. It…
Thank You to Our NCMS PAC Investors!
RALEIGH -- The North Carolina Medical Society Political Action Committee (NCMS PAC) would like to…
A Review and Look Ahead at NC’s Healthy Opportunities Pilots Virtual Meeting Planned
RALEIGH -- On Thursday July 28, 2022 at 10:00am ET, the Duke-Margolis Center and North Carolina…
NCMS and Payer Requirements: Task Force Looks for Ways to Decrease Administrative Burden and Maintain Quality Patient Care
RALEIGH -- This week the NCMS Payer Task Force continues its discussions of recommendations…
Gov. Roy Cooper says he hopes to see agreement on Medicaid expansion soon
WASHINGTON -- Governor Roy Cooper was outside the White House Wednesday proclaiming he hopes to see…
Try a New Recipe, But Make it a Playlist!
Bob Dylan famously said: The times, they are a-changin'. That now applies to how you try new…
988 Suicide Prevention Hotline Launches Saturday
RALEIGH -- Getting help during a mental health crisis will soon be as easy as dialing 9-8-8. North…
Do You TikTok? For One Doctor, 1.6 Million People are Learning and Having Fun
Do you know Dr. Glaucomflecken? That is the name that has hundreds of thousands of people flocking…
The Pope House: Black History Just Blocks from NCMS
Pope House Museum, Raleigh, NC RALEIGH -- The Pope House Museum in Raleigh is offering a unique…
Gov. Roy Cooper Appoints Chris Paterson to CPCC Board of Trustees
RALEIGH -- Governor Roy Cooper has announced several appointments to North Carolina boards and…
Political Pulse July 8, 2022: Whew! Short Session is Over. What Happened?
RALEIGH -- The North Carolina General Assembly had a busy final week. Most of the work for the…
NCMS Member Edward Pickens, MD: When is it time for your kids to move to adult doctor?
RALEIGH -- North Carolina Medical Society Member Edward Pickens, MD has advice for when it is time…
Racial, Ethnic Minority Communities Face Unique Mental Health Struggles
RALEIGH -- The US Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health sets aside…
Melanoma Monday: Survive the 4th with Beautiful Skin!
All summer NCMS is bringing you tips to enjoy the great Carolina outdoors. Melanoma Mondays run…
Always a Good Time to be in North Carolina!
This weekend there are festivals across the state to celebrate Independence Day. The North…
News from Raleigh: Medicaid Expansion and State Budget
It has been a busy week in Raleigh and the North Carolina Medical Society has been hard at work!…
Celebrate World Social Media Day
First there was mail, then the telegraph and telephone, then the fax was being used by everyone.…
Time for Action: NCMS Helping Move Standalone Medicaid Expansion Bill Forward
The North Carolina Medical Society is leading the way to change! A standalone Medicaid expansion…
NCMS Response to SCOTUS Roe v. Wade decision
Statement from North Carolina Medical Society CEO Chip Baggett on Supreme Court ruling overturning…
Take the Pledge! NCMS, AMA Join Forces to Fight Diabetes
Take a stand (for free)! DiabetesFreeNC is a statewide initiate to help prevent Type 2 Diabetes.…
Five Friday Fun Facts!
Did You Know ... 1. It is impossible for most people to lick their own elbow. Now, we know some of…
Are You Looking to Hone Your Leadership Skills?
The Kanof Institute for Physician Leadership (KIPL) offers three different leadership…
Dealing with Burnout? Not Sure What To Do? Listen To This
RALEIGH -- Are you feeling burned out? Stressed? Out of sorts? Those are common emotions for…