Hurricane Helene was an historic storm for a large region of the southern U.S.

Our friends, neighbors, colleagues, and whole communities in the mountains of Western North Carolina have suffered unimaginable flooding and devastation.

As Mr. Rogers would say (to help preschoolers cope with their feelings when facing similar situations), "Look for the helpers. There are always helpers." 

*Right now, people are urged not to 'self-deploy' to affected areas so that vital work can be done by emergency workers. *

We are sharing with you some resources that contain links and contact information to help guide your efforts to help.

Food insecurity for children is a serious issue that can have lifelong impacts on health.

The role of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in North Carolina is integral to the health care system.  As advanced practice registered nurses, NPs are trained to provide high-quality care, often serving as primary care providers.  This overview will delve into the regulations governing NP practice in North Carolina, address common questions regarding their scope of practice, prescriptive authority, collaboration requirements, and documentation.  The speaker will also dispel a few myths related to NPs!

Everyone ages 6 months and older should get a 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine.  The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from severe disease, hospitalization, and death.  Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is a safer, more reliable way to build protection than getting sick with COVID- 19.

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Did you know:

• One in four older Americans falls every year?
• Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries for people age 65 and older?
• Falls can result in broken hips (and other broken bones) and head injuries?
• Even falls without major injury can result in an older adult becoming fearful or depressed and therefore less active?

Source: https://www.ncoa.org/article/6-falls-prevention-steps-to-help-your-older-loved-ones/

Seniors and caregivers are invited to the Quality Aging Conference to receive resources and information on living independently and maintaining the highest quality of life possible. Topics range from physical/mental health to home safety and much more. Attendees enjoy included lunch, snacks, vendors and demonstrations/services.

In this educational endeavor, the goal is to enlighten learners about the prevalence of diabetes and chronic kidney disease within primary care settings. Delving into the factors that hinder or support patient involvement in their treatment, this initiative will also delve into strategies for enhancing performance and implementing activities that foster wellness in individuals with diabetes.