As state regulators weigh PFAS rules, scientists push for solutions that fit existing water systems by exploring new ...

Experts share what assistance dogs do, the types of disabilities they support, and the role of reputable organizations in finding the right animal.

Other storylines NC Health News will follow in 2026 include the growing conflict between environmental advocates and industry ...

North Carolina government retirees continue with 2012 class-action lawsuit challenging state health plan changes ...

Rate hikes paired with the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits will increase out-of-pocket costs for NC residents.

When patients feel mistreated, it’s become difficult to find recourse in the courts. A law passed in 2009 makes it challenging — if not impossible — for patients to sue providers for malpractice.

A version of this story initially was published on Dec. 26, 2024. We’ve tweaked it ever so slightly and offered it up again in case you’re thinking about a holiday hike in the final days of 2025 or ...

Our most-read story of 2025 had a distinctive “eew!” factor. It was about new research showing that emissions from hog operations can travel beyond farm boundaries and into nearby homes. Another study ...