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OPINION: Free people require free movement
“Vaccine passports” are the latest in a long line of unusual terms we’ve all become familiar with over the past year.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine now available in Richmond County
ROCKINGHAM — For Richmond County residents who plan to get the COVID-19 vaccine but don’t want to wait a month between doses, the Health Department is offering an alternative.
World Autism Day recognized in Richmond County
ROCKINGHAM — People across Richmond County and the nation dressed up in blue Friday for World Autism Day.
Aspiring doctor Linda Council gains experience as first responder
PEMBROKE — After earning a biology degree at UNCP in 2016, Linda Council decided to place her medical school plans on hold. To prepare for a career as a doctor, she has spent the last four years gaining real-world experience as a first responder.
Integrated Pain Solutions hires Reiter as medical director
PINEHURST — Integrated Pain Solutions welcomes Dr. Todd M. Reiter, as its new medical director. Reiter joins IPS with over 15 years’ experience in medicine.
Attorney General warns of professional licensing scam
RALEIGH — Our office has received reports about scam phone calls and letters that may be going to health care professionals with various medical licenses.
CDC: Students can be 3 feet apart in most scenarios
ROCKINGHAM — Students can now sit a little closer together in class, according to federal health officials.
UNCP Mobile Vaccine Clinic coming to Red Springs, Fairmont
PEMBROKE — In a continued effort to increase the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine, UNC Pembroke’s Mobile Vaccine Clinic will be traveling this week to sites in Red Springs and Fairmont.
FirstHealth’s Richmond County vaccine clinics open to essential workers and adults at higher risk for exposure; appointments still required
ROCKINGHAM — FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital – Richmond and the Richmond County Health Department are continuing to register members of the public for COVID-19 vaccination through Operation FirstShot.
'She Saved My Life:’ MRH nurse honored with DAISY Award after helping patient beat COVID-19
PINEHURST — Justyna Iskrzycki, R.N., has been recognized as a DAISY Award winner by FirstHealth of the Carolinas. Iskrzycki, who works in a group of nurses who serve in multiple departments, was nominated by a patient who beat COVID-19 in December 2020.