“Medicine is quite different today than in the early twentieth century…” “[S]o, too,” continues the N.C. Court of Appeals, “is the knowledge and skill of nurses in their varying fields and specializations.” But have those changes in medicine and nursing led to changes in the law? According to the Court of Appeals, they have not.
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How Low Blood Sugar with Diabetes Increases Stroke Risk
If you experience low blood sugar levels at least 5 times each year and you have type 2 diabetes, you may want to talk to your doctor. New findings indicate frequent low blood sugar levels with type 2 diabetes increases the risk for cardiovascular events by 61%. The most common events include heart arrhythmia and stroke. Read on for tips to help get your blood sugar under control.
Explainer: Duke Energy, Coal Ash, Lawsuits and North Carolina
When you notice a social media headline about how environmental activists oppose Duke Energy over “coal ash,” it might not mean much. But when you hear that the subject has brought lawsuits, they might strike you as noteworthy. But Duke Energy, its handling of coal ash and subsequent lawsuits have a significant impact here in...
10 Helpful Resources for Families with Newly Diagnosed Exceptional Children
These resources aid parents as they care for their child after being diagnosed with a learning disability or developmental disorder.
Do Cloth Masks Help Prevent COVID-19?
As cases of COVID-19 climb to an all-time high, the State of North Carolina is about to join rank with 15 other states, as they mandate the use of face masks in public spaces. Yet do cloth masks even make a difference?
North Carolina Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Uncertain in COVID-19
COVID-19 has strained mental health and addiction treatment centers nationwide, specifically through greater emotional stress and insufficient funds. But how have mental health and addiction treatments fared in North Carolina?
Family Fun at a Carrboro Farm
Looking for ways to entertain AND educate your kids this summer? Check out TABLE in Carrboro, with help from Wildflower Lane Farm. Activities abound!
Hospital Capacity In North Carolina: Will There Be a Bed When You Need It?
After stabilizing late April, North Carolina hospitalization rates are once again on the incline. While some hospitals are moving closer toward capacity, the variance in capacity throughout the state along with available surge beds may bring relief to those concerned with the recent spike in COVID-19.
Time-Restricted Eating: Is WHEN We Eat More Important than WHAT?
Yet another study is tipping the scale in favor of time-restricted eating. According to a recent trial, the timing of your last meal may impact weight gain. Could time-restricted eating hold the key to a healthy weight?
Hunger Relief from TABLE to Table
TABLE Inc., a hunger relief organization local to Carrboro, is nourishing families one delivery at a time. Drastically shifting in response to school closures, by transitioning from a bulk school delivery over to a home-by-home service model. Despite limits in volunteers and the precautionary measures required in light of serving in a pandemic, TABLE is bringing hope to over 400 families weekly and bi-weekly and you can help ensure they continue by making one small change to your Amazon Prime account.