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The Perinatal Quality Collaborative of NC has been credited with reducing C-section births, boosting breastfeeding and cutting infection rates in the tiniest babies.

Medicaid funding shortfall shutters statewide program helping moms and babies

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The Perinatal Quality Collaborative of NC has been credited with reducing C-section births, boosting breastfeeding and cutting infection rates in the tiniest babies.
The average cost for job-based family health coverage is now about the same as a new Toyota Corolla hybrid.

A new car vs. health insurance? Average family job-based coverage hits $27K

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With the federal shutdown entering its fourth week, spurred by a stalemate over the cost of health insurance for 22 million Americans on Affordable Care Act plans, a new report shows that over 154 million people with coverage through an employer also face steep price hikes — and that the situation is likely to get worse.
North Carolina’s food halls are expanding folks’ taste-bud passports with divine food from across the globe.

10 best food halls in North Carolina for international eats

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North Carolina’s food halls are expanding folks’ taste-bud passports with divine food from across the globe. Check out these 10 for a robust flavor journey.
On NC’s Ocracoke Island, a unique form of English called Hoi Toider is still spoken.

Why one North Carolina island speaks a centuries-old English dialect

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On NC’s Ocracoke Island, a unique form of English called Hoi Toider is still spoken. Discover the history of this ancient dialect and its uncertain future.
The Kaapi Martini at Chai Pani features South Indian filter coffee, enriched with chicory, that is shaken with vodka and topped with chai masala.

Where to find these 8 viral foods in North Carolina

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Take a bite of these viral foods in North Carolina that are taking over our social media pages.