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Family of NC nurse who died from COVID seeks Appeals Court’s help

The family of a Wake Forest Baptist Health nurse who died from COVID in 2021 is asking the North Carolina Court of Appeals to revive its case for workers' compensation. The state Industrial Commission ruled against benefits for Amanda Nieft's family in 2025. Hospital experts argued that Nieft likely contracted COVID outside work.

North Carolina · 05-12
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chapelboro.com

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On Air Today: The Vacuum Cleaner Hospital, Celebrating 40 Years!

Aaron welcomes one of our community partners: Tom Proctor of the Vacuum Cleaner Hospital, which just celebrated 40 years in business in March. They’re the only vacuum repair shop in Orange, Durham, Chatham or Alamance Counties – and they’re a great place to buy the perfect vacuum as well, personalized for your specific needs (including central vacuums, for homes as well as businesses).

Alamance County, NC · 05-12
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ncconstructionnews.com

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UNC Health Nash celebrates topping out of new inpatient tower with 150 private rooms

A major milestone has been reached on the UNC Health Nash campus with the topping out of its new inpatient hospital tower, marking completion of the building’s structural framework and advancing a multi-year modernization project. The seven-story tower, expected to open in late 2027, will feature 150 private patient...

Nash County, NC · 05-13
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The Ledger News

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Granville Health System Announces 2026 1st Quarter DAISY Award honoree

Granville Health System names Emergency Department nurse Brittany Pernell, RN, its 2026 first-quarter DAISY Award honoree after a heartfelt nomination from a patient’s family member.

Granville County, NC · 05-10

WRAL News

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UNC Health Rex launches new mobile mammography unit in 21 counties

Nearly a quarter of women ages 50-74 had not received an annual mammogram in at least two years, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The same CDC data further found that three out of 10 women in the same age range with...

Raleigh, NC · 05-05

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

theassemblync.com

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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

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

coastalreview.org

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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

healthcaredive.com

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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

Wbt.com

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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

caro.news

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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

WCNC

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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

wunc.org

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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