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Do you have the flu or COVID-19? How to spot the differences between symptoms.

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Do you have the flu or COVID-19? How to spot the differences between symptoms.

The two respiratory illnesses are very similar, but there are differences. Also here is information on testing and vaccines.

November 25, 2020, 8:00 AM

She shared her bone marrow to give someone a second chance

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She shared her bone marrow to give someone a second chance

November 24, 2020, 7:30 AM

Here’s why it’s so important to get a flu shot

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Here’s why it’s so important to get a flu shot

A new heart. A new hope. The story of Mallard Creek High’s ‘Miracle’ teen

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A new heart. A new hope. The story of Mallard Creek High’s ‘Miracle’ teen

UNC is mapping the genetics of eating disorders to develop better treatments

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UNC is mapping the genetics of eating disorders to develop better treatments

What are COVID-19 ‘rapid tests’ and how accurate are they? Answers to common questions.

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What are COVID-19 ‘rapid tests’ and how accurate are they? Answers to common questions.

More than words: NC doctor draws comics to navigate tough medical issues

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More than words: NC doctor draws comics to navigate tough medical issues

What’s the difference between coronavirus and the flu? Your questions answered

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What’s the difference between coronavirus and the flu? Your questions answered

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Coronavirus live updates: Here’s what to know in North Carolina on Nov. 26

What are those messages on the back of the UNC football players’ jerseys?

Developers reveal more on an upcoming billion-dollar development in midtown Raleigh

November 27, 2020, 8:00 AM

53 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the past week at these 43 Wake County schools

Cary is preparing a future downtown park to show off to the rest of the Triangle

November 26, 2020, 9:00 AM

Health and Fitness Clubs lobby legislators to re-open

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Health and Fitness Clubs lobby legislators to re-open

Neither ALS nor a pandemic will crush her dream of completing a marathon in each state

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Neither ALS nor a pandemic will crush her dream of completing a marathon in each state

August 28, 2020, 9:00 AM

Pediatrician urges families to resume wellness visits

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Pediatrician urges families to resume wellness visits

Within days after this NC news anchor gave birth, her entire family had COVID-19

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Within days after this NC news anchor gave birth, her entire family had COVID-19

Meet the N&O’s Report for America reporter Ben Sessoms, covering housing and COVID-19

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Meet the N&O’s Report for America reporter Ben Sessoms, covering housing and COVID-19

July 22, 2020, 6:00 AM

Race fans by the thousands gather in Alamance County

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Race fans by the thousands gather in Alamance County

Should you get a coronavirus test? Answers on NC mass gatherings, testing sites, costs.

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Should you get a coronavirus test? Answers on NC mass gatherings, testing sites, costs.

Diary of a Pandemic: Howie Shareff, May 16, 2020

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Diary of a Pandemic: Howie Shareff, May 16, 2020

Diary of a Pandemic: Howie Shareff, May 21, 2020

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Diary of a Pandemic: Howie Shareff, May 21, 2020

There are six venomous snakes found in North Carolina. Know what they look like.

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There are six venomous snakes found in North Carolina. Know what they look like.

Do NC health experts feel safe going to restaurants? The pool? The beach? We asked some.

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Do NC health experts feel safe going to restaurants? The pool? The beach? We asked some.

Minorities and poor bear brunt of COVID-19. NC advocates say that’s everybody’s concern.

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Minorities and poor bear brunt of COVID-19. NC advocates say that’s everybody’s concern.

May 15, 2020, 4:03 PM

Raleigh physician on caring for his patients amid Covid-19

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Raleigh physician on caring for his patients amid Covid-19

Parks offer respite from COVID-19 quarantine

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Parks offer respite from COVID-19 quarantine

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