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Health & Wellness
2 months ago
ABCCM to break ground on expanded Veterans Restoration Quarters facility

Later this month, Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry will hold the groundbreaking ceremony for its revitalized Veterans Restoration Quarters, a 250-bed veterans housing and services facility.

Mission Hospital sign in front of landscaped gardens and a modern brick building under a blue sky with clouds, a welcoming campus view.
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Mission Hospital in ‘substantial compliance’ after CMS scrutiny

Mission says it has addressed concerns raised during a January inspection that resulted in an “immediate jeopardy” finding

Health & Wellness
2 months ago
149 new cyclosporiasis cases detected in NC

According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, cases of the parasite-borne intestinal illness continue to rise, with nine new hospitalizations over the past week.

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Community
2 months ago
828newsNOW launches Veterans Guide for Asheville and Western North Carolina

New online guide connects veterans, military families and caregivers with local resources for health care, benefits, housing, employment and immediate assistance.

VA sign for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs with Charles George VA Medical Center, Asheville, visible beside a fence and greenery.
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Asheville VA joins national trial studying Ozempic-type drug for alcohol addiction

Researchers will study whether the popular GLP-1 medication can reduce alcohol use and improve quality of life for veterans

AdventHealth is expanding its services in Western North Carolina after receiving state approval to establish home-based hospice care in Haywood County. The program will provide another option for patients and families seeking end-of-life care and support.
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
AdventHealth approved to launch home hospice services in Haywood County

State Certificate of Need approval expands end-of-life care options for Haywood County families

Health & Wellness
2 months ago
North Carolina launches cyclosporiasis dashboard as cases rise statewide

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has launched a cyclosporiasis public information dashboard after additional cases of the parasite-borne disease were detected across the state.

Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Judge keeps Mission Hospital lawsuit alive, rejects HCA bid to end case early

North Carolina Business Court rejects most of HCA’s dismissal arguments as lawsuit over emergency and cancer care at Asheville’s Mission Hospital moves forward

Mission Hospital sign in front of landscaped gardens and a modern brick building under a blue sky with clouds, a welcoming campus view.
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Mission Hospital faces new scrutiny over services, Medicare compliance

Dogwood Health Trust and independent monitor explain findings involving emergency care, oncology services, Care Partners and HCA’s sale agreement commitments

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Local
2 months ago
Self-care at every age: Creating a healthier retirement lifestyle in Asheville

Self-care can take on new meaning in retirement. At Givens Gerber Park, older adults can shape an independent lifestyle supported by connection, convenience and opportunities to stay engaged.