North Carolina Healthcare Association

03/06/2026

At James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital, a longtime tradition is bringing smiles to patients and care teams alike — the annual Jell-O toss.

Events like this create moments of joy and connection for children receiving care, giving them a chance to laugh, play and step away from the routines of the hospital for a while. It’s one of the many ways teams at ECU Health help support the whole patient experience. 💙

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03/06/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. 💙

Hospitals across North Carolina, including Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital, are raising awareness about colorectal health and encouraging screening.

Early detection is key—screening can save lives and help catch colorectal cancer when it’s most treatable.

03/05/2026

Early detection can change, and even save, lives.

More than 12,000 people have enrolled in Cone Health's GeneConnect program, expanding access to no-cost genetic screening and advancing precision medicine in North Carolina.

For one Graham mother, screening revealed a BRCA2 mutation, giving her the opportunity to take proactive steps before cancer developed.

Programs like GeneConnect show how hospitals across North Carolina are prioritizing prevention, early detection and personalized care.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rOrdq3

03/05/2026

When Hurricane Melissa devastated parts of Jamaica last fall, a nurse leader at Duke Health helped mobilize a systemwide response from North Carolina.

Jennifer Williams, a nurse manager at Duke University Hospital, partnered with colleagues and health leaders in Jamaica to coordinate critical relief supplies for impacted communities.

Duke Health was able to donate more than 21,000 masks, 28,000 aprons, 1,000 surgical gowns, and seven portable vital monitoring machines to support care in the hardest-hit western parishes.

It’s a powerful example of how health care leadership and global partnerships can strengthen communities in times of crisis. More: https://bit.ly/4spPtif

When Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica as a powerful Category 5 storm last October, Jennifer Williams, a Duke Health nurse leader, watched the scenes of devastation unfold on her television through the lens of someone who had lived through it before.Williams grew up in Kingston, the capital of the Carib...

03/04/2026

Congratulations to FirstHealth of the Carolinas and Moore Regional Hospital on being recognized among North Carolina’s best hospitals for 2026. 🎉

In this year’s rankings from Business North Carolina, Moore Regional tied for 6th place on the Best Hospitals list. Moore Regional Hospital-Richmond also earned recognition, tying for 7th on the Patient Picks list and moving up from last year.

The rankings are based on more than 25 health care quality metrics, including data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, as well as patient satisfaction, safety grades and overall performance ratings. Moore Regional also holds a 4-star CMS quality rating and is recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for cardiac and bariatric care.

We’re proud to celebrate the teams whose dedication to high-quality, compassionate care continues to strengthen communities across North Carolina. More: https://bit.ly/4d1Fc7j

FirstHealth of the Carolinas has again earned top honors in statewide hospital rankings for 2026. Moore Regional Hospital tied for 6th place in Business North Carolina’s annual Best Hospitals list, and Moore Regional Hospital-Richmond tied for 7th place on the Patient Picks list, moving up a spot ...

03/04/2026

At Atrium Health, the “Room of the Future” brings virtual bedside care into hospital rooms in real time. With two-way audio and video technology, smart sensors and automated documentation tools, care teams can connect patients to specialists within seconds, help prevent falls and reduce administrative burden for clinicians.

The model is already live at pilot sites and will expand over the next three years, with a strong focus on rural hospitals where access to specialty care can be limited.

Early feedback shows improvements in patient experience, safety and clinician satisfaction. Technology is not replacing the human touch — it is helping care teams focus more fully on their patients. Read more: https://bit.ly/4sJdZLB

Innovative health care systems are redesigning the hospital room through the application of advanced technology, with the goal of expanding access for rural communities, supporting clinicians so attention can remain focused on care delivery, and reducing barriers to communication.

03/03/2026

This Women’s History Month, we recognize and celebrate the countless contributions women have made — and continue to make — across our communities.

In health care, women play a vital role in strengthening North Carolina’s hospitals and health systems. Their leadership, expertise and compassion help drive innovation and ensure patients across our state receive high-quality care.

We are proud to work alongside the women shaping the future of health care in North Carolina.

03/03/2026

Novant Health has launched a robotic mitral valve repair program through its Heart & Vascular Institute, offering patients a minimally invasive option for complex mitral valve disease.

Led by nationally recognized cardiothoracic surgeon Jeffrey Everett, the program allows patients to receive robotic-assisted heart surgery close to home. Compared to traditional open-heart surgery, robotic mitral valve repair uses smaller incisions and is associated with less pain and faster recovery.

Programs like this strengthen access to innovative, patient-centered care across our region and ensure North Carolinians have access to leading-edge cardiac services.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4l4LkOd

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Novant Health’s renowned Heart & Vascular Institute is expanding advanced cardiac services with the launch of a robotic mitral valve repair program, offering patients in the Carolinas access to minimally invasive heart surgery led by...

03/02/2026

For the eighth consecutive year, CarolinaEast Health System has been named among Newsweek's World’s Best Hospitals, ranking #112 out of 6,100 hospitals nationwide in 2026.

CarolinaEast also ranks #5 in North Carolina and is the only independent hospital in the state’s top 10. The recognition reflects strong performance across quality metrics, patient experience data and infection prevention measures.

Congratulations to the more than 3,200 team members whose dedication continues to advance high-quality care in eastern North Carolina.

Read more: https://bit.ly/46x4PsP

CarolinaEast Medical Center Named Among Newsweek’s World's Best Hospitals Hospital news | Friday, February 27, 2026 Contact: Brandy Popp For the eighth consecutive year, CarolinaEast Medical Center is named one of the top best hospitals in the United States by Newsweek magazine in their annual "Wo...

03/02/2026

🗳️ The 2026 Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Polling places across North Carolina will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Voters who are in line at their assigned polling place by 7:30 p.m. will be allowed to vote.

Primary elections are an important opportunity to help shape the future of our communities and state by selecting the candidates who will advance to the general election.

Registered voters can find their polling place and view their sample ballot using the Voter Search tool from the North Carolina State Board of Elections (https://bit.ly/3MpSwCC).

Learn more about upcoming elections here: https://bit.ly/3wEGdNE

Information for all methods of voters during the upcoming 2025 municipal elections.

02/27/2026

Today, WakeMed Health & Hospitals highlighted 458 residents who are continuing their educational and clinical training while helping improve the health and well-being of their community.

Residents play an essential role in care delivery across North Carolina. Join us in saying thank you to a resident today. 🩺💙

02/27/2026

Access to high-quality, local care is the foundation of strong communities — especially in rural North Carolina.

In a new message, Dr. Michael Waldrum, CEO of ECU Health and Dean of the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, outlines the urgent challenges facing rural hospitals, from workforce shortages to growing financial pressures.

ECU Health remains focused on sustaining access to care across eastern North Carolina by investing in its workforce, supporting vulnerable patients, and strengthening the future of academic rural health care.

Rural hospitals are more than provider... they are lifelines for the communities they serve. Read more: https://bit.ly/3OCKgVK

At ECU Health, we're sustaining access to high-quality care across rural communities and ensuring rural hospitals continue operating despite intensifying financial realities unique to rural America.