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September 22, 2022

NCMJ: Improving Life Expectancy in North Carolina

By Kaitlin Phillips

As the United States faces a historic drop in life expectancy, the September/October issue of the North Carolina Medical Journal features recommendations for improving longevity and well-being for all North Carolinians-and all…

August 23, 2022

Bridging the Digital Divide for Older Adults

By Ivana Susic

What is the digital divide? Simply put, it’s the divide between those who have access to the internet and those who do not. Potential barriers to digital access include installation,…

Medications for Opioid Use Disorder: Considerations for North Carolina

By kompleks

By Amanda Gomez Stigma toward people who use drugs often obscures valuable information on harm reduction and mischaracterizes treatment options for this community. Medications for opioid use disorder (MOUDs), formerly…

August 15, 2022

Lessons Learned Thus Far From North Carolina’s Healthy Opportunities Pilots

By Kaitlin Phillips

In March 2022, as part of a shift to Medicaid managed care, North Carolina became the first state to launch a comprehensive pilot program to provide evidence-based non-medical services, such…