Local advocates raise awareness during International Disability Awareness Day.
All in Health
"Good for Her!" Riley Elliott, DL youth correspondent, featured on FOX8
Davidson Local’s longest running youth correspondent, Riley Elliott, was featured during Wilson’s series that highlights women who are making waves in the Piedmont Triad and North Carolina. To watch Riley’s interview with Natalie Wilson visit.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital announces new president, restructuring
As part of a new, streamlined leadership model being implemented across some of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s community hospitals, Chad Brown, president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center and Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Wilkes Medical Center, will assume a new role as president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s South and West areas, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Bill James will step down as president of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center.
EMS seeks to provide more hands-only training and public education
For information on hosting a FREE “hands-only” (not for certification purposes) CPR event, contact (336) 236-3103 or Race.Cars.Trial@davidsoncountync.gov.
Press Release: Be Someone’s Hero- 48 Hours of Giving for the J. Smith Young YMCA
Be Someone’s Hero, 48 Hours of Giving is a hyper-focused two-day giving event beginning on November 15th, designed to highlight the J. Smith Young YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. {Stock Photography}
Press Release: Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center receives “A” Hospital Safety Grade
Novant Health Thomasville awarded most ‘As’ for patient safety.
Veteran to hold vigil for families impacted by drug overdoses and suicide
Navy veteran Mike Loomis and wife Lorie will host “A Night of Remembrance” for those lost to overdose and suicide on Nov. 19th from 6pm to 8pm on the steps of the old courthouse.
Press Release: Domestic Cat Confirmed Positive for Rabies in Davidson County
This incident occurred in the Thomasville area of Davidson County.
Gato doméstico confirmado positivo de rabia en el Condado de Davidson
El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Davidson fue notificado el 6 de noviembre de 2023 de un gato doméstico no vacunado que había sido llevado al Refugio de Animales del Condado de Davidson para observación debido a que mostraba un comportamiento errático. Se tomó la difícil pero necesaria decisión de sacrificar al animal y someterlo a pruebas para detectar el virus de la rabia. El personal del Departamento de Salud recibió la notificación el 7 de noviembre de 2023 de que el animal había sido confirmado positivo para la rabia.
Hundreds attend Sportsmen's Saturday
The annual event is the single largest fundraiser for the Lexington Medical Center Foundation, which raises money for local hospital improvements.
Press Release: Health initiative set to improve chronic disease risk factors
The American Heart Association and Novant Health announce a three-year health equity initiative to reduce heart disease and stroke risk factors by improving blood pressure and nutrition security in communities spanning the Charlotte, Piedmont, Triad and Cape Fear regions.
Davidson Medical Ministries executive director retires with future political plans
After dedicating 32 years to Davidson Medical Ministries, executive director Sandy Motley is stepping down in preparation to pursue a position in local politics.
Addie's Column: Suicide prevention and mental illness awareness
Actions as simple as reaching out to a loved one and talking with one another can help tremendously. Mental illness makes you feel alone and isolated, and by reaching out and communicating with one another we can help each other and truly make an impact.
Press Release: Sportsmen’s Saturday scheduled for November 4
The Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center Foundation recently announced that their largest fundraiser, Sportsmen’s Saturday, would be returning on November 4 to Breeden Insurance Amphitheater in Uptown Lexington.
9/11 survivor speaks about new book at Mt. Tabor UCC Sept. 23rd
Meet the author on Saturday, September 23 at 7pm Refreshments and signing of her newest book, “Hey, Gurl, Hey” to Follow 1002 E. Holly Grove Rd., Lexington.
Wellness Wednesday: Local places for yoga
Yoga is not just about physical postures; it is a holistic practice that cultivates self-awareness, mindfulness, and inner balance. In this guide, we invite beginners to take their first steps into the world of yoga with a selection of gentle poses that lay the foundation for a nourishing and sustainable practice.
Wellness Wednesday: Digital Detox
Digital Detox: Reclaiming Balance in a Hyper-Connected World
Davidson Doozie 5K, 10K and Yoga
We will have free yoga classes at our Doozie this year, thank you to True North Holistic Coaching for providing these classes for us! You do not have to be running to attend the yoga classes. Register for the race at the following link: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Lexington/DavidsonDoozie
Introducing: Wellness Wednesdays with Julie Harshaw
Welcome to our Wellness Wednesday column! In this serene sanctuary of self-care and holistic health, we embark on a weekly journey to explore a myriad of wellness practices, rejuvenating rituals, and empowering tips to nurture your well-being.
Davidson County Veteran Services: COVID-19 and Service-Connected death benefits
Recently the VA changed their position concerning COVID listed death.