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Join DMH/DD/SUS for the NC Mental Health Block Grant Planning and Advisory Council meeting on Oct. 2, 2026, 10:00–3:00 p.m. We’ll discuss priorities, funding strategies, and ways to strengthen mental health services. Share your voice and help shape care in North Carolina. Registration Link: zoomgov.com/meeting/register…
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North Carolina’s SCSEP program helps low-income adults 55+ gain job skills through paid, part-time community service training that supports their transition into unsubsidized employment. The State of NC serves 24 counties, and together with national grantees reaches 98 counties statewide. #SCSEP #NCOlderWorkers [ncdhhs.gov]
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Join DMH/DD/SUS for the OPDAAC meeting on Sept. 25, 2026, 9:30–12:00 p.m. This session covers Medications for Opioid Use Disorder, with an overview of MOUD, treatment practices, considerations for prenatal and perinatal care, and a panel on MOUD programs in North Carolina. Registration Link: zoomgov.com/meeting/register…
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Starting Oct. 1, 2026, many people who are not U.S. citizens will lose their Medicaid because of changes in the law. You may still qualify for Emergency Medicaid & get basic health care at FQHCs & free and charitable clinics. Learn about your options: medicaid.nc.gov/changes ------------------------------------ Desde el 1 de octubre de 2026, muchas personas que no son ciudadanas estadounidenses perderán su cobertura Medicaid por cambios en la ley. Tú aún podrías calificar para Medicaid de emergencia y obtener atención médica básica en centros de salud federalmente calificados y clínicas gratuitas y benéficas. Conoce tus opciones: medicaid.nc.gov/cambios
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Join DMH/DD/SUS for the OPDAAC meeting on Sept. 25, 2026, 9:30–12:00 p.m. This session covers Medications for Opioid Use Disorder, with an overview of MOUD, treatment practices, considerations for prenatal and perinatal care, and a panel on MOUD programs in North Carolina. Registration Link: zoomgov.com/meeting/register…
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The oldest workforces aren't always at highest retirement risk. Management & Legal have the highest 50+ concentration, but below-avg exit rates. Only 6 of 13 high 50+ occupation groups face above-avg exit shares. #NCData
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📚 Schools help shape what kids learn and play a role in keeping them healthy, including a tobacco-free lifestyle. Join us for a live webinar on Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. on best practices and how to implement policies that strengthen tobacco-free schools. 🗓️ NC educators, administrators and school staff: Register now at bit.ly/NCDHHSTobaccoFreeScho…
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Pets are family. Here’s how to keep them safe this season: • keep pets away from wildlife • update vaccines • check yard for hazards • use safe flea/tick treatments Healthy pets make healthier families and communities.
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You don’t have to go through this alone. Support is available 24/7. If you or someone you know needs help, reach out. Learn more: ncdhhs.gov/divisions/mental-… ----------------------------- No tienes que pasar por esto a solas. Hay apoyo disponible las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. Si tú o alguien que conoces necesita ayuda, comunícate. Más información: ncdhhs.gov/divisions/mental-…
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8 of the top 10 NC occupation groups by openings have 50+ worker shares above the state avg. However, only 3 pay above the median wage—meaning most high-opening jobs for older workers are in lower-wage roles. #NCData #NCJobs
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Donor milk can protect fragile infants and support them while their own feeding routines are still developing. Read the full release to learn how donor milk supports families across the state ➡️ ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releas… ------------------------------- La leche de donante puede proteger a los bebés vulnerables y brindarles apoyo mientras se establecen sus rutinas de alimentación. Lea el comunicado completo para saber cómo la leche de donante ayuda a las familias de todo el estado ➡️ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releas…
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Join DMH/DD/SUS for the OPDAAC meeting on Sept. 25, 2026, 9:30–12:00 p.m. This session covers Medications for Opioid Use Disorder, with an overview of MOUD, treatment practices, considerations for prenatal and perinatal care, and a panel on MOUD programs in North Carolina. Registration Link: zoomgov.com/meeting/register…
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Meet one of the experts working every day to give North Carolina’s newest residents a healthy start. Our Newborn Screening Laboratory tests every baby born in the state for treatable conditions, helping doctors detect issues early and connecting families with the care they need. This is public service in action.
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We support families and communities across every county in North Carolina 💙 From food access to aging services and emergency guidance our mission is simple: better health and safety for all.
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NC’s 50+ workforce fell from 35.3% to 31.7% over the past decade, yet workers 70+ are at a near decade-high of 3.4%. While our older workforce is shrinking overall, those who stay are working longer. #NCOlderWorkers #NCData
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North Carolina is expanding newborn screening so babies can be checked for two more serious but treatable conditions before leaving the hospital. Read more to learn how newborn screening protects our youngest residents ➡️ ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releas… ------------------------- Carolina del Norte está ampliando las pruebas de detección para recién nacidos, de modo que los bebés puedan ser examinados para detectar dos afecciones graves adicionales —pero tratables— antes de salir del hospital. Lea más para saber cómo las pruebas de detección para recién nacidos protegen a nuestros residentes más pequeños ➡️ ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releas…
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📚 Schools help shape what kids learn and play a role in keeping them healthy, including a tobacco-free lifestyle. Join us for a live webinar on Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. on best practices and how to implement policies that strengthen tobacco-free schools. 🗓️ NC educators, administrators and school staff: Register now at bit.ly/NCDHHSTobaccoFreeScho…
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⏰ Reminder: Use Your SUN Bucks Benefits Before They Expire! 💳 Already have your card? Check your balance at ebtEDGE.com or by calling 1-888-622-7328 (the number on the back of your card). You can also view your benefit Availability Date in your ebtEDGE account. Please note that your SUN Bucks Availability Date is the date your benefits were made available and may be different from the date you activated or received your card. SUN Bucks benefits expire 122 days from the date they're made available to your family. 📬 Haven't received your SUN Bucks card? Request a replacement by calling the NC EBT Call Center at 1-866-719-0141. Select your language, then choose Option 1. ☎️ Due to high call volume, please be patient and stay on the line. Hanging up will cause you to lose your place in the queue. Learn more about eligibility, FAQs, and program updates at ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks ------------------------------------- ⏰ Recordatorio: ¡Usa tus beneficios de SUN Bucks antes de que caduquen! 💳 ¿Ya tienes tu tarjeta? Consulta tu saldo en ebtEDGE.com o llamando al 1-888-622-7328 (el número que aparece en el reverso de tu tarjeta). También puedes ver la Fecha de disponibilidad de tu beneficio en tu cuenta de ebtEDGE. Ten en cuenta que tu Fecha de disponibilidad de SUN Bucks es la fecha en que tus beneficios estuvieron disponibles y puede ser diferente de la fecha en que activaste o recibiste su tarjeta. Los beneficios de SUN Bucks caducan122 días a partir de la fecha en que se ponen a disposición de tu familia. 📬 ¿No has recibido tu tarjeta SUN Bucks? Solicita un reemplazo llamando al Centro de llamadas de tarjetas de transferencia electrónica de beneficios (EBT, por sus siglas en inglés) de Carolina del Norte[JC1.1] al 1-866-719-0141. Selecciona tu idioma y luego elige la opción 1. ☎️ Debido al alto volumen de llamadas, por favor ten paciencia y permanece en la línea. Colgar hará que pierdas tu lugar en la fila. Obtén más información sobre la elegibilidad, las preguntas frecuentes y las actualizaciones del programa en ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks #ncdhhs #ncsunbucks
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Speak with the NC Medicaid Enrollment Broker during a health care information event next week. Talk with us about your health care options with NC Medicaid Managed Care. ncmedicaidplans.gov/en/event… -------------------------------------- Habla con el NC Medicaid Enrollment Broker durante un evento informativo sobre la salud la próxima semana. Habla con nosotros sobre tus opciones de NC Medicaid Managed Care. ncmedicaidplans.gov/es/event…
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