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The journey toward heath and wellness doesn’t stop when you leave a professional’s office, and information is crucial to making the best possible decisions for you and your family. Below, you’ll find some of the latest health and healthcare-related news reporting from 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com.

Orange County Reports Rabid Skunk After Altercation in Mebane

by | September 17, 2026 | Animals, Health, Safety | 0 Comments

Orange County Animal Services has confirmed a positive rabies test on a skunk seen in Mebane Tuesday. According to OCAS, an initial report was made after the skunk had an altercation with two dogs in the area around Whitaker Road, southeast of downtown Mebane. The...
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Carolina Hurricanes Star Seth Jarvis Partners with UNC Children’s Hospital for Facility Dog Program

by | September 16, 2026 | Health, UNC | 0 Comments

Carolina Hurricanes star and Stanley Cup champion Seth Jarvis has made a donation to UNC Children's Hospital to support a new program close to his heart. The Paws & Heel UNC Children's Facility Dog Program will bring specially trained dogs into the hospital as...
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‘A Beautiful and Lasting Tribute’: New Orange County Crisis Diversion Center Named in Jamezetta Bedford’s Honor

by | September 4, 2026 | Development, Health, Local Government | 0 Comments

Jamezetta Bedford’s Orange County commissioner colleagues recently dedicated the future crisis diversion facility in her honor and memory.

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UNC School of Social Work Prepares for New Undergraduate Degree Program

by | August 20, 2026 | Health, UNC | 0 Comments

The UNC School of Social Work earned approval to add an undergraduate major for social work this summer, setting up its launch in Fall 2027.

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UNC Health Expands, Rebrands Venture Capital Efforts of Emerging Tech

by | August 18, 2026 | Business, Health, Technology | 0 Comments

The statewide healthcare system announced Rex Health Ventures platform is now UNC Health Ventures and will use $125 million to invest in emerging health tech companies.

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Hillsborough Boil Water Advisory Lifted on Monday Following Water Main Break

by | August 17, 2026 | Health, Safety | 0 Comments

Affected residents should boil water for drinking, cooking or brushing teeth as a precaution.

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UNC’s Comprehensive Cancer Center Receives $20 Million Donation to Expand Research

by | August 10, 2026 | Health, Higher Education, UNC | 0 Comments

UNC’s Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center is looking to further its reputation as a leader in innovative cancer research.

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Red Cross Declares Blood Crisis: Here’s Where You Can Donate Locally

by | July 28, 2026 | Health, Nonprofit | 0 Comments

The American Red Cross is calling for immediate blood donations, declaring a national blood crisis for the second time in history.

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Cases of Diarrhea Parasite Reported in Orange County, Health Department Shares Guidance

by | July 16, 2026 | Health, National | 0 Comments

As an outbreak of cyclospora continues in the United States, eight people in Orange County have reported falling sick from the parasite.

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More than 38,000 Gallons of Untreated Sewage Spills into Unnamed Hillsborough Creek

by | July 15, 2026 | Environment, Health, Safety | 0 Comments

The Town of Hillsborough responded to a discharge of untreated sewage into an unnamed creek Monday morning. The spill, which the town estimated at 38,400 gallons, is believed to have begun Saturday and has since been stopped. According to a town release, the spill...
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