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Person in a blue lab coat operates a large white lab instrument, grasping a labeled 'REMOVE CAP' handle.
Health & Wellness
2 weeks ago
Most veterans will never see this unit — but it could impact every visit

Inside the Asheville VA sterile processing department’s massive effort to laser-etch thousands of instruments

Stone church with a large arched window and red doors, framed by green trees against a blue sky, on a sunny day.
Health & Wellness
2 weeks ago
Vigil planned in Asheville as Patients Union raises concerns over care

Vigil scheduled June 29 at First Congregational Church is open to patients, families and health care workers

Westgate Shopping Center in Asheville is near the proposed location of a new 92-bed UNC Health hospital.
Health & Wellness
3 weeks ago
Reports of Westgate sale surface as UNC Health unveils plans for Asheville hospital

Business owners say tenants were notified of a sale while UNC Health pursues approval for a 92-bed facility nearby

Elderly man wearing a golden crown and birthday sash, about to eat cake at a 99th birthday celebration indoors.
Health & Wellness
3 weeks ago
Meet Jim Rider: The 99-year-old who volunteers every week at Mission Hospital

Rider, who still volunteers every Tuesday, has dedicated decades of service to patients and families at Asheville’s Mission Hospital

The Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville has been ranked No. 1 in the nation for primary care patient satisfaction among 170 VA medical centers, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Asheville VA primary care providers ranked No. 1 in nation by veterans

Western North Carolina veterans gave primary care teams with the Charles George VA Medical Center the highest patient satisfaction ratings among 170 VA medical centers

Close-up of a small dark tick attached to light brown fur.
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Tick season hits Asheville: What residents need to know to stay safe

Ticks are small, but the risks aren’t. Health providers across WNC say simple habits like daily tick checks, protective clothing and yard maintenance can make a big difference.

Cigar smoking
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
NC promotes tobacco quit programs, 988 mental health lifeline

NCDHHS urges residents to use free crisis counseling and smoking cessation resources during statewide awareness campaigns

Participants bowl during the 10th annual Strikeout Childhood Cancer fundraiser at Tarheel Lanes in Hendersonville on May 28.
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Strikeout Childhood Cancer bowling tournament nears $15K goal in Hendersonville

10th annual fundraiser at Tarheel Lanes brings together bowlers, families and supporters to fund childhood cancer research through St. Baldrick’s Foundation

Exterior view of Mission Hospital campus: a multi-story building with red brick and white panels, glass atrium, seen from the street.
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Patient on psychiatric hold dies by suicide at Mission Hospital

The suicide occurred after federal regulators recently placed the hospital under enhanced monitoring following repeated safety concerns.

Hearing aid
Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Asheville workshop aims to boost emergency readiness for deaf, hard of hearing community

Workshop aims to help participants prepare for severe weather and other emergencies

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