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Press Release | September 2, 2022

NC Medical Journal Shows How NC Hopes to Beat the Downward Trend in Life Expectancy

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 Americans—regardless of race, gender, class, or geography.

Press Release | 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,…

Press Release | 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…