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The Johnstonian News

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UNC Health Johnston hospitals earn top safety grades in Leapfrog report

UNC Health Johnston hospitals in Clayton and Smithfield earned “A” grades for patient safety in Leapfrog’s Spring 2026 report, joining several other UNC Health facilities.

Smithfield, NC · 05-07

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A Reckoning Emerges In Proposed WakeMed-Atrium Hospital Deal

Less than 10 regular business hours. That’s how long health care executives gave the public to digest their plans to merge Raleigh and Charlotte’s largest hospital systems. The Wake County Board of Commissioners had a meeting set for Monday, May 4, at 5 p.m., where it was expected...

Wake County, NC · 05-07
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The Wilson Times

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For Your Health: Hospitals are where compassion, skill and community come together

For Hospital Week, Wilson Medical Center’s CMO reflects on how hospital teams blend science, compassion and community support to provide safe, high quality care and anchor local health.

Wilson, NC · 05-07

indyweeknc

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Proposed WakeMed-Atrium Deal Prompts Calls for Transparency

Wake County leaders are pumping the brakes on the proposed merger of WakeMed and Charlotte-based Atrium Health. Atrium, the state’s largest hospital system, made the announcement Friday. Wake County commissioners had quietly added an amendment to WakeMed’s articles of incorporation and property agreement to the consent agenda for its Monday meeting, but removed it after backlash over the lack of public engagement.

Wake County, NC · 05-07
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DEQ calls for comment on draft Cape Fear River Basin plan

The draft 2026 Cape Fear River Basin plan, one that highlights areas that need additional protection, restoration or preservation within the state’s largest and most populous river basin, is out for public comment. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources is accepting comments through Aug....

North Carolina · 05-06

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Atrium Health, WakeMed propose to merge

North Carolina-based nonprofit hospital systems Atrium Health and WakeMed have proposed to merge, according to a Friday press release. Under the deal, Atrium, which is a part of Advocate Health, would largely take control of WakeMed, which would then integrate into Advocate. Atrium would also invest $2 billion into WakeMed over a decade.

Wake County, NC · 05-05

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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WakeMed leaders share vision, long-term goal for merging with state's largest health care provider

WakeMed's CEO said the partnership is aimed at securing the long‑term future of the hospital system.

Wake County, NC · 05-05

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Wake Delays Hospital Merger Vote; Raleigh Lands USDA Hub

Wake County commissioners have delayed a vote on the proposed Atrium–WakeMed merger, as state officials raise concerns about potential impacts on competition and patient care. In economic development news, Raleigh has been selected as the home for a new USDA research hub, boosting the region’s role in agriculture and innovation. At the legislature, a Democratic proposal would redirect funding from Opportunity Scholarships to child care programs, setting up a debate over education priorities. Meanwhile, election officials report that a statewide voter registration repair project has corrected more than 36,000 records, improving data accuracy ahead of upcoming elections.

Wake County, NC · 05-05

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NC Sees Drop in Infant Mortality, But Racial Gaps Persist

A fundraiser was held in Durham highlighting the human toll behind North Carolina’s maternal and infant health disparities, as participants walked past signs bearing the names of Black women who died from pregnancy-related causes. The event was organized by MAAME, a Durham-based nonprofit that provides doula support and maternal...

Durham, NC · 05-04

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Atrium-WakeMed vote delayed after concerns raised by state auditor and others, treasurer says

RALEIGH, N.C. — A vote on a plan for Atrium Health to take control of WakeMed may be postponed. According to State Treasurer Brad Briner, the Wake County Board of Commissioners has indicated that a vote that would allow the Charlotte-based hospital network to take control of WakeMed will be delayed.

Wake County, NC · 05-04

WRAL News

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Atrium-WakeMed vote delayed after concerns raised by state officials

A vote on a plan for Atrium Health to take control of WakeMed was postponed, state officials say. The vote had been scheduled for Monday. According to State Treasurer Brad Briner, the Wake County Board of Commissioners has indicated that a vote that would allow the Charlotte-based hospital network to take control of WakeMed will be delayed.

Wake County, NC · 05-03

North Carolina Health News

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Attempts to lower the rate of Black maternal deaths in NC face new challenges

The path leading to the track at a Durham middle school on Saturday was marked with signs bearing the names of Black women who died from pregnancy-related causes. Walkers and runners participating in a fundraiser for MAAME, or a Durham nonprofit that offers doula care, walked past the signs, reminders of the tragedies that the organization is working to prevent.

Durham, NC · 05-03

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Atrium poised to take over WakeMed in Triangle healthcare shakeup

The Wake County Board of Commissioners plans to vote Monday to alter WakeMed's articles of incorporation and a land deal between the county and hospital system to pave the way for a merger with Charlotte-based Atrium Health. Under the agreement, Atrium will commit to at least $2 billion in capital...

Wake County, NC · 05-01

North Carolina Health News

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State officials, lawmakers press for delay on WakeMed/Atrium deal

Update: On Monday evening, May 4, the Wake County Board of Commissioners voted to delay a decision on the deal for 90 days, saying they wanted to give WakeMed Health & Hospitals time to share more details and engage with the community. State and local leaders are raising red flags...

Wake County, NC · 05-04

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“Mental Health Chooses You”: A Lifelong Advocate Reflects on 27 Years with NAMI

For Lillian M. Davis, mental health advocacy is not just a career, it is a lifelong responsibility shaped by personal experience, family, and a commitment to community care. Growing up in Johnston County, North Carolina, Davis described her childhood as rooted in a close-knit environment, but not always culturally diverse. That experience, she said, played a role in her decision to attend a historically Black college and university.

Johnston County, NC · 05-01

WSOC Charlotte

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Vote on merging two of NC’s largest health systems may not happen soon

An expected vote on Monday, on merging two of North Carolina’s largest health systems, may not happen.

North Carolina · 05-03

The Johnstonian News

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Yansom selected as UNC Health Johnston ambassador

UNC Health Johnston has named nuclear medicine team lead Austin Yansom as an ambassador, recognizing her leadership in radiology, training and community outreach.

Smithfield, NC · 04-30

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UNC System grants boost rural health care training programs

The University of North Carolina System has awarded nearly $6.5 million dollars to expand healthcare workforce training programs in rural parts of the state, including the High Country. The General Assembly established the Rural Residency Medical Education and Training Fund three years ago to train more healthcare providers and connect...

Boone, NC · 04-30

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Atrium poised to take over WakeMed in Triangle healthcare shakeup

The Wake County Board of Commissioners plans to vote Monday to alter WakeMed's articles of incorporation and a land deal between the county and hospital system to pave the way for a merger with Charlotte-based Atrium Health. Under the agreement, Atrium will commit to at least $2 billion in capital...

Wake County, NC · 05-01

wunc.org

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UNC System grants boost rural health care training programs

The University of North Carolina System has awarded nearly $6.5 million dollars to expand healthcare workforce training programs in rural parts of the state, including the High Country. The General Assembly established the Rural Residency Medical Education and Training Fund three years ago to train more healthcare providers and connect...

Boone, NC · 04-30