N.C. State study finds that diets can be unhealthy

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/19 11:26A Jenna Rae Gaertner

Fad diets can lead to weight cycling and negative mindsets.

Youth mental health and happiness are worsening, new report shows

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/18 8:53A Alexis Bell

Mental health professionals say parents should check in with their kids and be the experts on their mental health.

Millions in USDA grants could improve food access in N.C., make locally sourced food cheaper for...

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/18 1:00A Patrick Thomas

Food pantry board chairman said most of their foods are bought from wholesalers.

A Charlotte woman is working to save lives one sign at a time

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/17 8:15A Jordan Kudisch

A North Carolina mental health advocate is taking suicide prevention to the next level.

Congressional Dads Caucus demands answers from FDA on applesauce recall

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/17 6:58A Cassie Semyon

The CDC says that as of last month, over 500 cases of lead poisoning have been reported to local health departments across the country.

Are Americans feeling like they get enough sleep? Dream on, a new Gallup poll says

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/15 7:00A Associated Press

A new poll says that a majority of Americans say they would feel better if they could have more sleep.

Campaign aims to open conversations about alcohol use among youth

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/14 10:25A Sarah Rudlang

Talk It Out NC provides free resources for families to combat underage drinking.

Bird flu is spreading to more farm animals. Are milk and eggs safe?

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/13 8:49A Associated Press

Health officials say the risk to public is low.

Bird flu found in North Carolina cow herd, officials say

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/11 6:00A Charles Duncan

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, commonly known as bird flu, was recently found for the first time in dairy cows in North Carolina.

Forever chemicals: N.C. gets $29 million to combat PFAS after EPA announcement

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/10 8:15A Charles Duncan

The EPA announced strict new rules for PFAS, often called "forever chemicals," in drinking water.

Easing fears and stopping tears: Celebrating Child Life Specialists

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/10 7:15A Natalie Mooney

A team of three at Novant Health in New Hanover County are making a difference in their pediatric patients' health.

Financial advisor talks about the important of making health care decisions for your family before...

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/7 6:00A Siobhan Riley

Raleigh financial advisor Alex Sutherland talks about the importance of making health care decisions before it's too late.

North Carolina's formerly incarcerated at higher risk of suicide, organization aims to fix it

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/6 6:30A Claudia Puente

North Carolina’s formerly incarcerated are twice as likely to die of suicide.

Medicaid expansion coverage enrollment in North Carolina now above 400,000

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/2 4:00A Associated Press

State officials project enrollment will reach 600,000 within two years.

Advocates raise awareness for child abuse prevention this April

Health | Spectrum News 1 4/1 4:00A Kyleigh Panetta

According to Positive Childhood Alliance North Carolina, 75% of child welfare cases in the U.S. are for neglect and not abuse.