Apr
11

NCDHHS urges North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” to prevent tick- and mosquito-borne diseases

Special to IFN RALEIGH — As warmer weather approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” by taking measures to reduce

Apr
08

Piedmont HealthCare Mooresville installs new Fuji Film CT Scanner

Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare Mooresville Imaging has acquired a Fuji Film iStream CT Scanner. This advanced technology is only offered at three locations across the state of North Carolina.

Apr
07

Health Beat: What to expect from mental health therapy

Special to IFN Many people choose to brush off the idea of therapy for fear of judgment, vulnerability or the unknown. Maggie Taylor, a licensed clinical social worker at Iredell

Mar
31

Health Beat: How to stay well while traveling

Special to IFN Vacation is supposed to be a time to rest and recharge, but many find themselves returning feeling worse than they did before they left. Family Nurse Practitioner

Mar
30

NCDHHS preparing for measles prevention amid national increase in cases

Special to IFN RALEIGH — As measles cases continue to rise across the country, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is taking proactive steps to ensure the state

Mar
26

Health Beat: Iredell Health pediatrician discusses importance of MMR vaccine amidst measles outbreaks

Special to IFN The number of measles cases in the United States is rapidly increasing due to outbreaks across the country. Fortunately, there is a scientifically proven vaccine to protect

Mar
20

Health Beat: Eating healthy doesn’t have to be hard

Special to IFN “I don’t have time to cook.” “I don’t know where to start.” “Healthy foods are expensive.” Do you find yourself saying these phrases? If so, Iredell Health

Feb
23

Health Beat: Should you go to urgent care or the ER?

Special to IFN When you’re sick or injured, the last thing you want to do is waste precious time deciding where to go for care, especially when your primary care

Feb
20

Health Beat: Lowering your risk of heart disease with Dr. Bradley Martin

Special to IFN Dr. Bradley Martin, a cardiologist at Statesville Cardiovascular Clinic, was in the fifth grade when he knew he wanted to pursue cardiology after his grandfather needed bypass

Feb
05

N.C. health officials report surge in seasonal respiratory illnesses across state

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday reported an increase in flu activity and flu-related deaths, bringing the total number of deaths this

Jan
27

Iredell Health System offering walk-in mammograms in Mooresville

Special to IFN Getting a potentially life-saving mammogram doesn’t have to be so daunting thanks to Iredell Imaging at Mooresville. Scheduling and keeping a mammogram appointment can be difficult for

Dec
10

Health Beat: Primary care providers can save your health — and money

Special to IFN Studies show that U.S. adults who regularly see their established primary care provider have 33 percent lower overall healthcare costs and 19 percent lower odds of premature

Nov
27

NCDHHS provides food safety tips to ensure a healthy holiday gathering

Special to IFN RALEIGH — As North Carolinians prepare to gather with friends and family during the holiday season, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services recommends following food safety

Nov
18

Health Beat: How to pack a nutritious lunch that won’t bust your budget

Special to IFN The school year is officially in full swing, and you have probably seen the elaborate school lunches influencers are packing for their kids each morning. Are you

Nov
16

PHC Pelvic Health Center now offering non-invasive pelvic floor therapy

Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare Pelvic Health Center, a dual-specialty clinic housing the Women’s Center and Piedmont Urology, is now offering Emsella, an innovative, non-invasive treatment that strengthens pelvic floor

Nov
11

Summit focusing on children/adolescent mental health and substance abuse set for December 17 in Statesville

Special to IFN The Iredell County Health Department, in partnership with Integrated Care of Greater Hickory (ICGH), will host the Young Minds: Mental Health and Substance Misuse Support Summit on

Nov
08

Piedmont HealthCare, Iredell Health System celebrate milestone in early lung cancer detection

Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare and Iredell Health System recently celebrated a significant milestone in their joint efforts to enhance preventive healthcare. Together, the organizations have marked the 100th case

Oct
17

NCDHHS announces first flu death of 2024-2025 season, encourages residents to get annual vaccines 

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the first flu-related death of the 2024-2025 flu season. An adult in the Charlotte metro

Oct
14

Health Beat: Having a notarized advance directive is important in North Carolina

Special to IFN Have you ever wondered who makes healthcare decisions for you when you’re no longer able to? These decisions are in your hands with predetermined advance directives. Many

Oct
09

Iredell County Health Department encourages residents to get vaccinated

Special to IFN As respiratory illness season approaches, the Iredell County Health Department is encouraging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from seasonal illnesses

Oct
08

Iredell Home Health now offering therapy program for Parkinson’s patients

Special to IFN If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, you know the toll it can take on a person’s physical and emotional abilities. While

Sep
17

NCDHHS encourages North Carolinians to get vaccinated against flu, COVID-19

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is encouraging everyone age six months and older to get their seasonal flu shot and COVID-19

Sep
16

Health Beat: Iredell Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center raises awareness of Peripheral Artery Disease

Special to IFN Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects more than 12 million Americans. In fact, one in five people over the age of 60 is living with PAD. September is

Sep
10

NCDHHS urging vaccinations after confirmation of first measles case in North Carolina since 2018

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announced a confirmed case of measles (rubeola) in a child in Mecklenburg County on Monday. This is

Aug
17

Iredell Health System’s cardiac rehab facility ‘makes world of difference’ for local pastor

Special to IFN When cardiac issues strike, it’s comforting to know there is a cardiac rehab facility right in your backyard. Rick Carney was born with a bicuspid aortic valve

Aug
12

NCDHHS encourages parents to make sure children up to date on vaccines

Special to IFN RALEIGH — As children across North Carolina head back to school this month, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services reminds families that vaccinations are an important

Jun
22

NCDHHS launches toolkit to share disaster-specific mental health resources and support for North Carolinians

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health & Human Services has launched a new, multilingual Disaster and Behavioral Health Resources Communications Toolkit to provide communities with tips, guidance

Jun
19

PHC Mastor Mental Health now offering Spravato for treatment-resistant depression

Special to IFN PHC Mastor Mental Health is now offering Spravato (esketamine) nasal spray, an innovative treatment for individuals suffering from treatment-resistant depression. This breakthrough therapy is designed to help

May
23

NCDHHS shares best practices for a healthy summer ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As summer approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is emphasizing the importance of safe swimming, heat safety and safe grilling

May
21

Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County earns 2024 Hospice CAHPS Honors Elite Award

Special to Iredell Free News Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County has been named a 2024 Hospice CAHPS Honors Elite Award recipient by HEALTHCAREfirst, a leading provider of CAHPS

Apr
15

Health Beat: Understanding Parkinson’s disease

Special to Iredell Free News Imagine your body begins moving in ways you didn’t intend — your hands start to tremble, your steps falter. Simple everyday tasks like pouring a

Apr
08

Health Beat: How to manage stress

Special to Iredell Free News Are you stressed? Most everyone will answer yes to that question at some point in their lives. In today’s fast-paced world, stress is a common

Apr
06

NCDHHS announces increased of number cases of mpox across state, urges vaccination

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is reporting a statewide increase in mpox cases. Over the past six months, 45 cases have

Mar
28

Health Beat: Fad diets are unsustainable, often lead to weight gain

Special to Iredell Free News It’s hard to open a magazine, scroll through social media, watch TV, or even walk through grocery store aisles without seeing or hearing about the

Mar
10

NCDHHS to provide free digital app to enhance support for people with substance use disorder

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has partnered with CHESS Health and Trillium Health Resources to provide critically needed support for

Feb
26

Health Beat: Local cardiologists raise awareness about heart disease prevention

Special to Iredell Free News Did you know that heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the country for 100 years? A recent American Heart Association study