# health_tweets

created_at: 2020-04-15T21:44:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📅 Restrictions will not disappear all at once. It willnot be like an on/off switch, but more like a dimmer that allows forincremental changes. This will begin a “new normal” that might includecontinuing to wear cloth masks in public.


created_at: 2020-04-15T21:44:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
and 3) Trends – a reduction in the number of new cases, hospitalizations and deaths from the virus.The good news is that NCDHHS is actively working on increasing both testing and tracing, which should lead to positive trends.


created_at: 2020-04-15T21:44:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📄 Decisions to relax or update NC’s stay-at-home orders will bebased on three considerations: 1) Testing – the increased availability of teststo diagnose COVID-19; 2) Tracing – NC’s increased capacity to track thecontacts of people who are diagnosed with COVID-19;


created_at: 2020-04-15T21:44:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
#COVID19NC Update for Wednesday, April 15🤒 As of this morning, NC has 5,123 positive cases, 431hospitalizations and 117 deaths.🏠 Staying at Home is working to #SlowtheSpread! NC hospitals are not being overwhelmed by COVID-19 patients. #StayHomeSaveLives


created_at: 2020-04-15T20:01:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @NC_Governor: Gov. Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force will give an update at 4PM. Stream it LIVE here: https://t.co/oHALpv…


created_at: 2020-04-15T18:46:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to Rhiannon Giddens for encouraging all North Carolinians to stay home to slow the spread of COVID-19! #StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/RhiannonGiddens/status/1250059649983877122


created_at: 2020-04-15T18:18:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
El Dr. Armando Ramírez de Cirugía Central de Carolina en Greensboro, analiza los rumores sobre el #COVID19 y los pasos que las personas pueden tomar para protegerse del virus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJJW9HqJcMM&t=35s


created_at: 2020-04-15T18:18:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dr. Armando Ramirez of Central Carolina Surgery in Greensboro discusses rumors about #COVID19 and steps individuals can take to protect themselves from the virus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJJW9HqJcMM&t=35s


created_at: 2020-04-15T18:00:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NCDHHS is offering financial assistance to help essential #COVID19NC workers afford child care and providing bonuses to child care teachers and staff who provide care during the #COVID19 crisis. Learn more: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/ncdhhs-provide-financial-support-essential-workers-and-child-care-providers https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250484249779679233/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-15T17:38:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Si ha perdido recientemente su seguro médico, ya no lo puede pagar, o incluso si está tratando de comprar un seguro médico por primera vez, cuenta con opciones para cerciorarse de que usted y su familia tengan acceso a atención de salud: https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/Health_Insurance_Options_Spanish.pdf https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250478548751654912/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-15T16:39:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @CharlotteTalks: Today, a special broadcast with public radio partners across the state. “Coronavirus In North Carolina: The Statewide I…


created_at: 2020-04-15T16:05:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 4 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. We will not be live tweeting today's briefing but will be providing a summary of the remarks. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250455112717344770/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-15T14:23:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @Hometown_Strong: Virtual COVID-19 updates for Communities of Color today (April 15th) at 3:30pm. Join via YouTube https://t.co/ujkqt3XA…


created_at: 2020-04-15T13:30:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Parents who need food assistance for their children can text FOODNC to 877-877 to locate nearby free meal sites. The texting service is also available in Spanish by texting COMIDA to 877-877. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-texting-tool-access-food-children#COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250416159570178049/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-15T13:01:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
EMTs, police, fire fighters, state troopers, National Guard soldiers and airmen, utility workers, sheriff deputies & so many others are working tirelessly to keep North Carolinians safe & healthy- especially during recent storms. THANK YOU first responders! #NCStrong https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250408990145753092/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-15T12:01:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
😷According to @CDCgov:Cloth face coverings PLUS social distancing AND hand-washing can help #SlowtheSpread of #COVID19.It also helps keep medical face masks available to front-line healthcare workers.https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.htmlWe’re all in this t❤️gether! #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250393743804583936/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-14T21:39:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you @NCNationalGuard! #InThisTogether https://twitter.com/NCNationalGuard/status/1250104617201020929


created_at: 2020-04-14T20:40:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Deputy Secretary for Behavioral Health & IDD @KodyKinsley will speak at the #BedlamFilmPBS virtual panel tonight to discuss mental health in America and its intersection with poverty, homelessness, criminal justice and more. To register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pbss-independent-lens-virtual-panel-discussionbedlam-tickets-102083923764. https://twitter.com/KodyKinsley/status/1249437899441016847


created_at: 2020-04-14T20:00:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Need health insurance? If you lost your coverage or are trying to buy health insurance for the first time, you have options to make sure that you and your family have access to care. Find out more at http://healthcare.gov or visit https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/human-services/health-insurance-options#COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250152041126780929/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-14T19:28:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
❗ Social distancing efforts are working to #SlowtheSpread. It is the best weapon in this fight against #COVID19.🏠 Please #StayHome! It’s simple: the more we stay at home, the more lives we save. #StayHomeSaveLives


created_at: 2020-04-14T19:27:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞North Carolinians can call 2-1-1 if they need help or resources in response to #COVID19.📱To receive updates twice a day about #COVID19, text COVIDNC to 898211.


created_at: 2020-04-14T19:26:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
💲 NC health officials are asking for federal support for clinicians who serve Medicaid patients and people who are uninsured through the CARES Act.🛒 For food bank info, go to http://feedingthecarolinas.org.


created_at: 2020-04-14T19:25:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
⭐People of color are disproportionately impacted by #COVID19. While African Americans are 21% of NC’s population, they are 38% of our positive cases and 39% of deaths.


created_at: 2020-04-14T19:25:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
⚕‍A new resource for health insurance options is available at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/human-services/health-insurance-options?fbclid=IwAR2GrIitp-Ozkbmv98T_p2HjoJepnJKHUWbW8S_BFSvH1Wj_RrHYSO3t7Z8. You can also go to http://HealthCare.gov to explore options.


created_at: 2020-04-14T19:23:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
#COVID19NC Update for Tuesday, April 14:🏥 As of this morning, NC has 5,024 positive cases, 418 hospitalizations and 108 deaths.📄 More data on #COVID19 cases and hospital capacity on the @ncdhhs dashboard at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/covid-19-nc-case-count?fbclid=IwAR1eshBPXv7tF_K_hog0AAn6sHV1UoBn0WIqzMAwFtW9Yv4HCnOMxfBdwkY


created_at: 2020-04-14T18:24:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dr. Cedric M. Bright, the Associate Dean for Admissions at @EastCarolina Brody School of Medicine, discusses rumors about COVID-19 and the disproportionate impact of the virus on African Americans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrDEZoKOt0U


created_at: 2020-04-14T18:01:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
New policies for stores effective last night -- must limit the number of customers inside, mark 6 ft of distance in checkouts & similar areas, disinfect routinely. Encouraged to provide hand sanitizer & face coverings for employees. Read the FAQs (http://ow.ly/7ISW50ze23a).


created_at: 2020-04-14T16:26:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
We will not be live tweeting today's briefing but will be providing a summary of the remarks later this afternoon.


created_at: 2020-04-14T16:01:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 2 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250091869159251968/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-14T14:57:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dial 2-1-1 or text COVIDNC to 898211 for free, confidential information 24/7 to help you find resources within your community. They can connect you with people and groups that can help with questions about access to food, shelter,  employment and child care. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250075803196567552/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-14T13:01:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Want to get outdoors? 🌲 Stay close to home – in your backyard or neighborhood🚴‍♂‍ Stay 6 ft away from others 🏃‍♀‍ Avoid crowded areas where social distancing isn’t possible👉 Don’t use playgrounds, tables or high-touch surfaces🚫 Don't trespass in closed parks#COVID19 https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1250046594776522754/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-13T23:00:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
To the:🚑 Healthcare workers🚨 Law enforcement officers💊 Pharmacy staff🏥 First responders🚛 Truck drivers🚧 Highway workers🍏 Grocery store staff🚎 Bus drivers💌 Mail carriers✏️ Parents🎨 Teachers➕ many more THANK YOU! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249834895800705024/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-13T21:00:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to everyone who is staying at home. We are at a crucial point in efforts to #FlattentheCurve. When you #StayHome, you are protecting yourselves, your families, your neighbors & our critical workers. YOU are saving lives. If we all do our part, we’ll get through this. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249804733327564801/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:50:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: For a more comprehensive list of actions taken by the department and to learn more about the department, you can visit our website at http://www.ncdps.gov.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:49:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: Since March 1st, 9% or 16 juveniles have been released from youth development centers back to their home or to a community-based step-down program.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:49:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: Prior to releasing any juvenile from a YDC, staff must ensure the home and community environments are safe and supportive of the juvenile’s continued growth.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:49:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: We are also working to safely return juveniles committed to long term youth development centers to their home communities.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:48:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: These efforts have helped to bring down the daily juvenile detention population by 25% since the beginning of March, from 202 to 151 juveniles detained statewide today.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:48:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks:--> Extensive increase in the use of electronic monitoring and other alternatives to detention.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:47:53+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks:--> Seeking alternatives to detention for juveniles who committed minor violations of their probations. If confinement for these reasons was court-ordered, we're requesting the court allow those days to be served at a time following the coronavirus crisis.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:46:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: Some of those efforts include: --> Bringing cases to the attention of the detaining judges for approval of release to community-based services.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:45:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: We have heightened efforts to transfer as many nonviolent juveniles as possible from juvenile detention.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:43:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: We are also trying to ensure the safety of the juveniles in our care. To do so, we have instituted changes to operations and procedures within juvenile justice facilities, including efforts to keep or bring facility populations as low as possible.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:42:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: For example, over the past week, the commission has released more than a dozen pregnant females to community supervision.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:42:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: In addition to the actions of DPS, the NC Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission, is reviewing offenders under its authority for possible release.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:41:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: People are released from prison virtually every day. In fact, since January of this year, over 6,900 individuals have been released from a prison facility. This is an increase of 10% over the same period in 2019.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:41:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: We are continuing to work our way through lists of individuals to determine whether they have home plans, detainers, medical needs, etc. Reentry for individuals can be difficult under the best of circumstances, much less during a state of emergency.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:40:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: Female offenders age 50 and older with underlying health conditions, offenders age 65 and older, offenders already on home leave and offenders on work release.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:39:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: The approximately 500 offenders currently being considered cannot have been convicted of a violent crime against a person, must have a projected release date in 2020 and must fall within one of the following categories . . .


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:38:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: All offenders under consideration must meet very strict criteria. Legal requirements, such as victim notification in certain cases, must be met before a transfer to the community is approved.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:38:29+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: With public safety and health risk as a priority, Adult Correction has transitioned the first individuals who will continue to serve their sentences in the community. They were pregnant or over 65 with an underlying health condition.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:37:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: Our initial focus is on the older population and those with underlying health conditions.  The difficulty is the majority of those over 65 are incarcerated for serious crimes against a person.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:37:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: We are not currently considering individuals incarcerated for a crime against a person. The individuals currently under consideration are near their release date—priority is given to those with release dates in 2020.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:36:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: In determining who is eligible for transfer to community custody, we are currently utilizing three primary considerations.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:36:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: This authority is very limited and has to be exercised responsibly, fully respecting the judicial orders placing individuals in state custody and with the goal of maintaining public safety.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:35:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: By law, the DPS Secretary has the authority to extend the limits of confinement of incarcerated persons, allowing certain individuals to continue serving their sentence outside of a DPS prison facility under the supervision of community correction officers.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:34:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: I want to discuss a new effort we are initiating to help us reduce the prison population slightly.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:33:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: Those steps have been discussed at previous briefings and are listed on the DPS website. I do want to express my thanks to DAs, the courts and local law enforcement for working with us to address specific issues related to COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:32:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: In an effort to keep staff and those in our custody safe, DPS has taken numerous steps over the last several weeks to help reduce the opportunity for the virus to spread in facilities.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:32:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: One of the significant challenges we face continues to be in the area of Adult Correction and Juvenile Justice facilities.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:31:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: This is an unprecedented event, presenting a broad spectrum of challenges. However, in NC, we are determined to meet those challenges.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:31:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Secretary Erik Hooks: Thank you, Governor, for your leadership of Team NC. I’d like to recognize the outstanding work of our NCNG, Emergency Management, first responders, state and local law enforcement and our professionals in Adult Correction and Juvenile Justice.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:29:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Don’t forget to look out for friends and neighbors and call your loved ones daily. With your help, we will get through this together, as one team, one mission, one family.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:28:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: For twice daily information updates on COVID-19, you don’t have to call – just text COVIDNC to 898211. You can get texts in English or Spanish.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:28:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: North Carolina 2-1-1 continues to provide critical information for people who need help with food, utilities and other needs. Thousands of calls are coming in, and lines are sometimes busy. If you call 2-1-1 and get a busy signal, just wait a while and call back.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:27:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Please consider a financial contribution or a donation of shelf-stable foods to your local food bank.  Visit http://feedingthecarolinas.org to find the website of a food bank near you. You can give online or in-person at a food bank.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:26:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Food banks still need your help in keeping their shelves stocked, because many out-of-work people are relying on food banks for groceries right now.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:26:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Nearly 1,200 medical professional volunteers are screened and ready to work if they are needed to support hospitals. More than 1,000 people are still going through the screening process.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:26:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: All other forms of personal protective equipment remain in very short supply, and we are filling requests in small quantities to meet the most critical needs.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:26:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: We are continuing to acquire personal protective equipment. Surgical masks and gloves are two items where we do have some supplies and we are pushing those out to hospitals, first responders and long-term care homes.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:25:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: The State Emergency Operations Center has now been activated 35 days for the COVID-19 response.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:25:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: I want to thank our local first responders & emergency managers who are responding to the severe weather while still supporting local needs related to the COVID-19 pandemic. They have worked long & hard for weeks now and they deserve our thanks and appreciation.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:23:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: If your power is out: • Use flashlights instead of candles for light tonight to avoid the risk of fire.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:23:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: If your power is out: • Stay clear of downed power lines and report them to your utility company.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:22:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: If your power is out: • Do not run generators inside your house or garage – the carbon monoxide fumes from a generator can be deadly.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:20:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Utility companies expected significant outages from these storms and they spent the weekend preparing. They were able to surge crews quickly once the storm passed and they are making good progress on restoration.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:20:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Across the state, about 148,000 customers are without power at this time. That’s down from a peak of more than 286,000 customers just before 9 o'clock this morning.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:20:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Flash flooding has subsided in our western counties, but not before leaving washed out roads and mudslides in a few places. Last night, water rescue crews helped people escape from some flooded homes in Watauga and Haywood counties.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:19:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: The National Weather Service has confirmed the touchdown of a tornado in Alamance County and will be investigating possible touchdowns in Anson, Richmond, Onslow, Jones, Craven and several other counties in the coming days.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:18:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Sadly, one person has died in these storms. A 61-year-old Davidson County woman died this morning when a tree fell on her mobile home. Our prayers are with her family, and her husband, who suffered minor injuries.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:18:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Good afternoon. I want to start with some information on the severe weather we experienced last night and today.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:18:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Staying home now saves lives and puts us in a position of strength as we prepare for a new normal.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:17:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We will continue to aggressively expand the state’s ability to ramp up testing and we will strengthen policies that protect those most vulnerable to serious illness from COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:17:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: As we think about the future, we will continue to build our medical capacity so that our hospitals can provide medical care to those who need it.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:16:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: This virus is highly contagious and can be spread by people who don’t have any symptoms.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:16:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: And as we learn more from various studies and models, the more we know that social distancing is our strongest weapon against COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:16:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Our doubling time of new lab documented cases is getting longer – and that’s a good thing. Even with increased testing, we are slowing the rate of acceleration of new lab documented cases.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:15:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: However, we are in fact achieving our goal of flattening the curve, of having fewer people get sick at the same time.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:14:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Sadly, our current success doesn’t mean people won’t get sick and need hospital care. We are still seeing a slow rise in the number of new lab documented COVID-19 cases.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:14:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Thank you, Governor. It’s worth repeating what the Governor said. North Carolinians are staying home to save lives. We are keeping our families safe, our health care workers safe, and our communities safe.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:14:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Monica McGee and Nicole Fox are providing American sign language. And behind the scenes, Jackie and Jasmine Metivier are our Spanish language interpreters.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:13:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Today, I’m joined by Secretary of Health and Human Services @SecMandyCohen; Secretary of Public Safety Erik Hooks; and @DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:11:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Your work has always been essential, but now, our entire state is even more in awe of what you do. And we thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:11:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: And to those who cannot stay home – our doctors, nurses, hospital staff, grocery workers, first responders, law enforcement, delivery drivers, early childhood educators, sanitation workers, public health staff, farmers, and so many more – thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:10:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: You probably never even thought about having the power to bend the curve of a global pandemic – but you do. As long as you stay home to stay safe.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:10:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: But most of all – we are staying at home to save lives. I know many days feel difficult in this new, temporary world in which we find ourselves. But please know, when you hit those bumpy spots, that what you are doing to stay home really matters.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:10:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Parents have become home schoolteachers. Schoolteachers have found even more creative and important ways to support their students.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:09:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: We’ve added to our own conversations phrases like “personal protective equipment,” “social distancing,” and “flatten the curve.” We’re using video conferencing to hold everything from church services to birthday parties.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:09:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Our state began preparing much earlier in the year. But it is still remarkable to consider everything that has happened in a little over a month.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:09:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Over the weekend, and after a virtual Easter church service with my family, I had a few moments for quiet reflection. It’s been over a month since North Carolina had our first confirmed positive case of COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:07:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Today, Secretary Erik Hooks will share an update on his department’s work to keep our prisons and the public safe during this pandemic. I will recognize him in just a little bit to say more.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:07:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: The Division of Employment Security is continuing to build capacity to take new claims and process checks as fast as possible. I know that every hour counts when you’re wondering how to pay rent or buy groceries.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:06:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: As of today, over 561,000 North Carolinians have filed for unemployment insurance. Over $66 million in benefits have been sent to people who suddenly found themselves out of work in the blink of an eye.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:06:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I appreciate their efforts to make stores as safe as possible and expect that today’s new rules will help protect more people.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:06:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: People need to be able to buy groceries, medicine and other essentials without fear and be confident they can protect themselves from the virus. Many retailers and grocery stores were already using social distancing rules and guidelines for their customers.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:05:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: This order will limit the number of shoppers at one time and keep them away from each other so that stores do not become flashpoints for spreading the virus.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:05:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: So, we must continue to protect ourselves and our community as the spread accelerates. Today at 5 p.m., my executive order on retailers takes effect.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:04:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Epidemiologists have been running models on North Carolina’s caseload and our hospitals’ ability to care for those who are sick. These models show consistently that our executive orders work and that wholesale lifting of the orders would be a catastrophe.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:03:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: We are considering the most effective ways to modify executive orders to help boost the economy while continuing to prevent our hospitals from being overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:03:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: We are all looking toward a time when we can loosen these restrictions, and it will come. We have a team examining how North Carolina can emerge with the right practices in place to keep us healthy and strong, and ready to jumpstart our economy.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:02:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: What we are doing is working. We are saving lives. Our biggest enemy is complacency. The better we can be at staying home through April, the more likely we are able to ease restrictions.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:02:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: To characterize those figures another way, we continue to see the spread of the virus accelerate through North Carolina but at a much slower pace because of people following my executive orders on social distancing.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:02:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: In addition, there was also a storm-related death this morning. Our prayers are with everyone fighting this virus and the weather, including loved ones who have been lost.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:01:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: As of today, North Carolina has 4,816 confirmed cases with 313 hospitalized. There has been another increase in deaths, and we now have 86 deaths.


created_at: 2020-04-13T19:01:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Hi everybody, thank you for joining today’s media update on COVID-19 in North Carolina.


created_at: 2020-04-13T18:58:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 3 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish now at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249773956338520064/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-13T18:14:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @SusanGalePerry: It’s the Week of the Young Child! This week we are especially proud of and thankful for our early childhood educators w…


created_at: 2020-04-13T17:01:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 3 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249744415574327297/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-13T15:30:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Regularly clean high-touch surfaces such as phones, remote controls, counters, doorknobs and light switches. Find more info on #COVID19 cleaning:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249721571591233542/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-13T12:05:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
At 5 p.m. today, new social distancing policies go into effect. Stores must:> Limit the number of customers inside> Mark 6' distance near checkout> Disinfect routinelyStores are also encouraged to provide hand sanitizer & face coverings for employees.https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-signs-order-tighten-social-distancing-measures-strengthen-long https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249669938035523585/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-12T23:30:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NC 2-1-1 has launched an online search tool to help you find resources in your community during #COVID19NC: https://nc211publicsite.z20.web.core.windows.netYou can also call 2-1-1 or 888-892-1162 for questions about #COVID19 or if you need assistance with food, housing, health care and more. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249479935212900358/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-12T21:15:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Parents who need food assistance for their children can text FOODNC to 877-877 to locate nearby free meal sites. The texting service is also available in Spanish by texting COMIDA to 877-877.  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-texting-tool-access-food-children https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249445960406761473/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-12T19:30:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
The Hope4NC Helpline is a mental health resource to support North Carolinians during #COVID19NC. Call 1-855-587-3463 for support 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week. A Hope4Healers Helpline (919-226-2002) is also available for health care workers experiencing stress.https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/new-mental-health-supports-all-north-carolinians-including-health-care-workers https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249419537973489664/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-12T14:30:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
A powerful video on how staying apart can save lives. #COVID19NC #StayHomeSaveLives #FlattentheCurvehttps://twitter.com/OHdeptofhealth/status/1248249304600449024


created_at: 2020-04-12T12:05:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
On this Easter morning, we are grateful for the faith leaders who are providing guidance and support to North Carolinians in new ways during the #COVID19 pandemic. No matter where we are, or how difficult the path, faith and hope can sustain us through hard times. #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249307553433096192/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-11T22:10:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Las mascarillas de tela MÁS el distanciamiento social Y el lavado de manos pueden ayudar a reducir la propagación del virus de # COVID19.https://espanol.cdc.gov/enes/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html¡Estamos todos en esto junt❤️s! # COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249097454882107394/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-11T22:06:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Cloth face coverings PLUS social distancing AND hand-washing can help #SlowtheSpread of #COVID19.It also helps keep medical face masks available to front-line health care workers.https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.htmlWe’re all in this t❤️gether! #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249096485645492225/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-11T17:26:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Staying home doesn’t sound like hard work, but we all know it is. When you stay home, you save lives. @SecMandyCohen thanks you for continuing to stay home this holiday weekend and finding new ways to safely celebrate.📽️ https://youtu.be/g1MUSyFXqic#StayHomeSaveLives #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1249026083107848193/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-11T15:56:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@nccovidsupport @DurhamPoliceNC @MorrisvilleNCPD @ChapelHillPD Hi! We have more information about restaurants and food service industries in executive order 118: https://www.nc.gov/covid-19/covid-19-executive-orders. Please also check out the FAQ for specifics. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-04-11T15:48:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@wildman_525 @NC_Governor Hi, please see executive order 124 here: https://www.nc.gov/covid-19/covid-19-executive-orders. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-11T15:38:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Mientras los casos de #COVID19 continúan aumentando en Carolina del Norte, asegúrese de conocer los síntomas y saber qué hacer si desarrolla esos síntomas. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/symptoms-and-testing-covid-19 https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248998978038960128/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-11T15:34:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
As #COVID19 cases in North Carolina continue to rise, make sure you know the symptoms and what to do if you develop symptoms. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/symptoms-and-testing-covid-19 #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248997897183662086/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-11T15:16:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @CDCgov: Employers: CDC recommends add’l precautions in workplaces carrying out critical functions to protect workers & communities. An…


created_at: 2020-04-10T21:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
This year’s holidays will look a little different for North Carolinians as we find new and meaningful ways to celebrate over the weekend while staying at home. Thank you to everyone making sacrifices and staying at home for our families, our communities, and our state. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248724965387571207/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-10T20:55:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @KodyKinsley: Thank you ⁦@cityofmorganton⁩ and ⁦@BurkeCountyNC⁩ for coming together to support our staff!  #WereInThisTogether ⁦@Morgant…


created_at: 2020-04-10T19:30:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
There’s a lot of information out there right now about #COVID19. You can now find the latest information regarding actions the state is taking to fight COVID-19, unemployment and more here: http://nc.gov/covid19.⭐There's even a quicklink back to our dashboard https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248694769456472064/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-10T18:19:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @CDCgov: Help stop the domino chain of #COVID19 infection. Stay home. Wash your hands. When out for essential trips, wear a cloth face c…


created_at: 2020-04-10T16:51:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
It’s important to maintain healthy lifestyles during #COVID19NC. That includes taking care of your mental health. Below are some recommendations on caring for yourself at home.*Meditate*Eat well*Exercise regularly*Get plenty of sleep*Talk with loved ones*Avoid alcohol/drugs https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248654787459141633/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-10T14:30:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Be sure to disinfect your home if someone was sick. Clean & disinfect surfaces with soap & water or another detergent if dirty. Then, use a household disinfectant. Wear gloves when cleaning and wash hands thoroughly afterwards.More info:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.html https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248619316456460294/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-10T12:28:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
If you feel sick:• Stay home and call your doctor.• Isolate yourself.• Stay informed. Get reliable info on #COVID19NC at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248588787040411649/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T21:43:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📱Dial 2-1-1 or text COVIDNC to 898211 for more information. Please do not call 9-1-1, those lines need to remain open for true emergencies. More information: https://www.nc.gov/covid19.


created_at: 2020-04-09T21:40:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
☎️Hope4NC helpline is available 24/7 for free to provide mental health resources at (855) 587-3463. Hope4Healers helpline also provides mental health resources specifically for health workers, 24/7 & free, at (919) 226-2002.


created_at: 2020-04-09T21:39:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
More from today's briefing with @NC_Governor, @SecMandyCohen and @DirectorNCEM: 🛒Food banks still need your help. Donate money or shelf-stable food (dropping off donations does not violate the stay-at-home order)


created_at: 2020-04-09T21:15:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thanks, @FLONC for donating! If you are healthy and feeling well, please donate to @RedCross in order to keep our hospitals supplied during #COVID19. Visit http://redcrossblood.org/give for more. #AllInThisTogether https://twitter.com/FLONC/status/1248354264981876739


created_at: 2020-04-09T21:00:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Stay as healthy as possible to reduce risk of severe #COVID19 illness✔️ Eat healthy, exercise, get rest. This will help you recover if sick✔️Quit smoking or vaping✔️ Diabetes or high blood pressure? Keep blood sugar or blood pressure in controlhttps://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/managing-health https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248355215813812231/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:10:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Today is day 31 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the COVID-19 response. 67 counties have activated local emergency operations centers.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:09:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: ... But these local and state teams work day in and day out to make our communities healthier and safer. I want to thank them personally all that they do.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:09:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I also want to call out the tremendous work of our public health leaders. It’s National Public Health Week. There may be a spotlight now on the instrumental work that Public Health does because of COVID-19...


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:09:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: And miraculously, everyone figured out the technology! We laughed; we ate; we all tried to talk at the same time; but we felt connected despite our distance. It is my sincerest hope that all who celebrate this week have a meaningful holiday.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:08:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: That’s what I did last night for our family celebration of Passover. We had four states represented at our virtual celebration – Pennsylvania, New York, Florida and North Carolina – and everyone from my 2-year-old nephew to my uncle in his 70s was on the screen.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:08:29+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: As the Governor said, our traditions are steeped in being together. This year though, the best way we can show our love for our friends and family is to find new ways to be together.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:08:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We are doing this. You are doing this. We are coming together and creating a powerful response to COVID-19. As the Governor said, with Easter approaching and Passover underway, our resolve will be tested.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:07:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We still have a long way to go, but together we are accomplishing what we set out to do – we are slowing the spread of this virus so fewer people get sick at the same time and our hospitals are there for those who need care.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:07:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I know Governor Cooper will continue to do everything he can to soften the impact and will work with our Congressional delegation and the General Assembly so that we all recover from this together. Our sacrifices are not in vain.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:07:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Thank you ALL. Staying home doesn’t sound like hard work, but we all know it is. So many North Carolinians are making real sacrifices on behalf of our families, our communities, and our state.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:06:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: And we know that when we make these sacrifices now, we put our state one day closer to coming out of this pandemic saving as many lives as possible.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:06:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: This year’s holidays will look a little different for all of us. But now is the time to hold fast to our beliefs and find new and meaningful ways to celebrate these holidays while staying at home.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:06:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: I thank those of you who had planned trips to the coast or the mountains, but now you’re staying home. I know this is hard, especially when some family traditions have gone on for generations.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:06:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: I want to thank our places of worship for holding services online or encouraging their congregations to worship at home. You are protecting your members and everyone in the community by making these changes.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:06:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: It’s been strange not being in the church building on Sundays and it will be even harder not to be in the pew on Easter Sunday. But it’s the right thing to do if we care about each other.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:05:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor With Easter coming up and Passover already underway, I want to remind that now is not the time to take a chance by gathering with extended family or friends.  Even though you’re following the Stay At Home order it is still too risky to gather in groups for any reason


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:04:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: I, my staff, and the Secretary of Commerce, are pushing the Department to move as fast as possible. Every claim is important and represents an unemployed worker on the edge. Their families and our economy need these funds as quickly as possible.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:04:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: The Department has also received updated guidance from the federal government on how to disburse the supplemental $600 a week benefit. Those payments are expected to begin by the end of next week. Time is critical and precious for those who are out of work.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:04:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: By temporarily eliminating some hurdles for employers, we hope to get benefits in the hands of those who need them faster. Since 3/16, the Division of Employment Security has accepted over 497k unemployment claims. NC has sent $40.3M with more going out every day.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:03:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: The third part of this order requires additional measures that will get more unemployment claims processed faster. The order makes it easier for employers to file a batch of claims on behalf of their employees. This is known as an attached claim.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:03:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: We are focusing efforts on these congregant care institutions since the nature of the virus makes them easy targets for outbreaks.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:03:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: It also requires these nursing homes to screen employees and residents for symptoms of sickness. We strongly encourage other long-term facilities to follow this same guidance.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:03:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: The second part of this order includes mandatory protective measures for nursing homes that had previously been recommended as guidance. It prevents dining and group activities in common spaces. It requires face masks for employees.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:03:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor The order also encourages stores to make hand sanitizer accessible, set shopping times for seniors and at-risk people, use shields at check out, and mark aisles as 1-way to limit traffic. I know a number of stores have already taken steps like these, and I thank them


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:02:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Even as we follow the stay at home order, there are still essential reasons to leave the house, like for groceries or medicine. We want to ensure that essential stores are as safe as possible for everyone so that no one is afraid to go out for basic necessities.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:01:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Stores must also mark 6 feet of distance at places where people need to gather, like checkout lines, and they must perform frequent environmental cleaning and routine disinfection.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:01:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Effective Monday at 5 pm, stores may not have a number of people inside at one time that is more than 20% of the stated fire capacity or either 5 people for every 1,000 square feet.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:01:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Today I am signing a new executive order that does 3 important things. First, this order requires new social distancing policies at open stores. This should make shopping safer for everyone and help prevent stores from becoming flashpoints for virus transmission.


created_at: 2020-04-09T20:01:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Good afternoon. As of today, NC has 3,651 confirmed cases and sadly our death count now stands at 65 people. I know as we approach a holiday weekend that this loss of life will be even more profound for many, and we are thinking about their families and friends.


created_at: 2020-04-09T19:15:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
ICYMI: Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 130, which expands the pool of health care workers, provides hospitals with more access to health care beds and orders essential childcare services for workers responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-provides-emergency-flexibility-expand-hospital-beds-equipment https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248328594532765697/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T19:06:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@RedCross needs healthy individuals to make blood and platelet donations for a stable supply throughout the #COVID19 pandemic. Make an appointment by visiting http://RedCrossBlood.org, using the Red Cross Blood Donor App or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. #InThisTogether https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248326450421342209/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T18:30:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@RedCross needs healthy individuals to make blood and platelet donations for a stable supply throughout the #COVID19 pandemic. Make an appointment by visiting http://RedCrossBlood.org, using the Red Cross Blood Donor App or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. #InThisTogether https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248317307522293761/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T18:06:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 4 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://www.ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248311417545150474/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T17:15:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 4 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248298403471253513/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T16:29:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
How You Can Help During #COVID19NC🥫 Support food banks. Visit http://feedingthecarolinas.org to learn more.✔️Schedule an appointment to give blood.👩‍⚕️ Volunteer as a health care worker. Register at http://terms.ncem.org/TRS📱 Share reliable info from http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248287032788615168/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T13:55:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Spreading rumors during #Covid-19 can be as harmful as spreading germs. Be sure to get the FACTS (& share info ONLY from RELIABLE sources) before passing it on.  Good sources for NC are http://ncdhhs.gov/COVID19  http://cdc.gov  @NCDHHS and @CDCgov#ShareFactsNotGerms https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248248071139418115/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T13:05:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Cleaning thoroughly helps prevent the spread of germs. Follow these tips to help keep your home safe! (Bonus: it also gets rid of the pollen! 👍) https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248235490727342080/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T11:57:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
In order to save lives and keep people healthy, we need everyone to #StayHome and stay physically distanced from others to stop the spread of #COVID19. Call your loved ones. Look out for your friends and neighbors and be kind.  We're in this t❤️gether http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248218401245405186/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-09T11:05:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
North Carolinians are generous and giving.  Whether you need help during #COVID19 (or can offer help) be sure to check out this site.We're in this t♥️gether! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1248205291600121856/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T21:09:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Candi4444 @DirectorNCEM You can also find a map of food pantries in your area here:  https://www.nc211.org/food-pantries.


created_at: 2020-04-08T21:04:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SooFlyyAbby @NC_Governor Hi, there is information at this @NCPublicSafety webpage: https://www.ncdps.gov/our-organization/emergency-management/past-disasters/dps-actions-covid-19. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:30:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Many of our neighbors need help.  Whether you need help - or can offer help -  during #COVID19, be sure to check out this site.  We're in this t♥️gether! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247970031465574400/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:24:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Don’t forget to call your loved ones daily, look out for friends and neighbors and be kind. With your help, we will get through this together, as one team, one mission, one family.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:24:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: For twice daily information updates on Coronavirus, you don’t have to call – just text COVIDNC to 898211. You can get texts in English or Spanish.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:23:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: They are taking thousands of calls a day and lines are sometimes busy. If you call 2-1-1 and get a busy signal, simply wait a while and try your call again.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:23:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: The call specialists for NC 2-1-1 are doing a great job helping people with information about food, utilities, child care, and other needs.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:23:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Visit http://coronacommunity.org for more information and to sign up for meals delivered to your home by a volunteer.  Depending on the provider, there may be a charge to cover the cost of the meal, if you are able.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:22:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Also – our partners at Crisis Cleanup, who normally help coordinate cleanup services after storms, are now coordinating meal delivery to senior citizens and others at high risk.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:22:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: And remember - a trip to a food bank to get or give food, or to volunteer, is not considered a violation of the #StayAtHome order.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:21:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Please consider a financial contribution or a donation of shelf-stable foods to your local food bank.  You can donate money online. Visit http://feedingthecarolinas.org to find the website of a food bank near you.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:21:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: I want to say a word about food again today. Shelves at many of the state’s food banks are close to bare. Many people have lost work and lost income, and are relying on food banks to get groceries.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:21:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Engineers from the North Carolina National Guard and US Army Corps of Engineers continue to assess facilities around the state for possible use as overflow hospital space.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:20:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: We have National Guard liaisons deploying to local emergency operations centers in 10 counties to help with supply management and information sharing.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:20:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: We currently have about 240 National Guard airmen and soldiers working a variety of missions, including planning, warehousing, and shipping, cyber-security, and engineering.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:20:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Yesterday, we received word that the costs of activating National Guard resources to support our state’s COVID-19 response will be covered by the federal government. That’s good news.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:19:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: We did receive a shipment of 200,000 N-95 masks today. From our very limited supply of personal protective equipment, we are filling resource requests in small, short-term quantities for the most urgent needs around the state.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:18:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: We are continuing our work to source and order personal protective equipment. We are seeing some small signs that the supply chain is improving, but the market remains extremely difficult.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:18:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Today is day 30 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the COVID-19 response. 65 counties have activated local emergency operations centers. All 100 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have declared states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:17:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: Please keep your families and loved ones safe by staying home and finding new ways to connect. It's my sincerest hope that all who celebrate have a meaningful holiday.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:17:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: I know this is particularly hard this week as folks look forward to Easter. This year has to be different to protect one another.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:16:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: This is hard work. I want to thank the public health teams and particularly those working in these long-term care facilities.  What you do is so important. You are on the front line combatting the spread of this virus and we thank you for it.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:15:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: And residents with COVID-19 should be grouped in a separate area of the facility and make sure they are cared for by a separate group of staff so that there are no interactions with residents or staff that are not COVID-positive.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:15:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: Additionally, if an outbreak happens –quick and aggressive action must happen. Facilities should immediately implement testing and assessment of residents to determine the spread of disease.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:14:53+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen:•    And require all residents and staff to be screened daily for symptoms to detect the disease as early as possible.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:14:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen:•    Require all facilities to close communal areas & restrict all non-essential personnel.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:13:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: Going forward, we will require: •    All nursing home staff to wear masks when interacting with patients to prevent the inadvertent spread of disease.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:11:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: We already issued an earlier executive order which limited all visitors except in extreme end-of-life situations.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:11:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: We have been working with our partners – the industry associations, our local health departments & the facilities – on their prevention and response actions.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:11:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: As the Governor shared, we’ve seen a number of outbreaks in congregate settings. Currently, there are 21 outbreaks across the state, meaning two or more people have tested positive in a congregate setting.  18 of those outbreaks are in long-term care settings.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:10:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Eventually, it could afflict a nursing home. Or a friend or relative who is already sick with an underlying condition.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:09:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Going out for a non-essential reason may feel harmless to you if you’re not having symptoms, but if you have the virus, you could set off a chain reaction unknowingly by passing the virus off to even just a handful of people. They will pass it on to more people.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:08:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Finally, I encourage everyone to follow our #StayAtHome order. This pandemic has shown us how interconnected our society truly is.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:08:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: In addition, the order streamlines guidelines on child care facilities and staff to make sure the children of our most essential workers can be cared for while these brave parents work.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:08:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: The order also increases the number of hospital beds that may be needed for this crisis.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:07:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: That order allows more health care providers into the system, puts to use the equipment and other resources that otherwise would lie dormant, and transfers medical resources where they can be most effective and save the most lives.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:07:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Yesterday, I mentioned several upcoming executive orders. One of those will be signed today.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:06:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: These cases highlight the importance of our work to get more hospital beds and the medical workers to staff them.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:06:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: One of the items being tracked and shared is the number of outbreaks at congregate living facilities – nursing homes, residential care facilities, and correctional institutions.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:06:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: As our concern has grown about long-term care facilities, @NCDHHS has added data to its public dashboard.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:05:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: This will prevent interactions with residents and staff that are not COVID-19 positive.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:05:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: In coordination with local & state health departments, facilities that have residents with the virus will group them in a separate area to make sure they are cared for by a separate group of staff.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:05:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Third, we must take immediate action to stop the spread of COVID-19 in this facility and others.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:04:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: This is important because we know that this virus can spread even before a person is showing symptoms like a fever or cough. This increased testing will tell us which employees or residents may have the virus but aren’t showing symptoms so they can be isolated.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:04:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Second, we have accumulated enough testing supplies to respond quickly and aggressively to test and assess patients and staff.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:04:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Direct guidance on closing shared living spaces and sanitation are also in effect. Dr. Mandy Cohen has and will issue additional directives that she will talk about in a minute.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:03:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: First, we must do everything possible to prevent an outbreak. My earlier executive order has restricted visitors to these facilities, and DHHS guidance suggests that workers wear protective gear and monitor their own health.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:03:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: We are tracking these outbreaks closely because we know that by nature they can be hard to control. And we are taking steps to safeguard people.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:03:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: These are shockingly large numbers, and I wanted to share information about what the state is doing to control and combat outbreaks at long-term care facilities to protect the residents and staff.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:03:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Overnight, test results revealed a hotspot of transmission in Orange County. A series of tests for COVID-19 has revealed at least 60 positive results in a skilled nursing facility in Orange County with more likely to come. Of those, 7 are hospitalized & 2 have died.


created_at: 2020-04-08T19:01:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Good afternoon, thank you for joining.  We wanted to share some critical updates on North Carolina’s efforts to fight COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-04-08T18:48:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
The briefing will begin soon. Tune in here: https://www.ncdps.gov/storm-update https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247942303458656258


created_at: 2020-04-08T18:16:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Trabajadores esenciales que necesitan cuidado infantil, llame al 1-888-600-1685 para conocer las opciones en su área. También puede estar disponible para usted la asistencia financiera para el cuidado infantil. #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247951472060502019/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T18:15:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Essential workers who need child care, call 1-888-600-1685 for local options. Financial assistance for care may also be available. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/ncdhhs-provide-financial-support-essential-workers-and-child-care-providers#COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247951114676379650/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T17:40:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 3 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247942303458656258/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T17:15:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Como consumidor, NO necesita reportar empresas o negocios que no mantienen el distanciamiento social. En cambio, trate de encontrar otro lugar donde comprar sus cosas esenciales. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247936012967387137/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T17:10:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
As a consumer, you do NOT need to report businesses for not social distancing. Instead, try to find a different place to get your essentials. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247934762330869762/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T16:35:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Posee o trabaja para una pequeña empresa/negocio? Para evitar estafas, asegúrese de obtener información sobre ayuda financiera de fuentes confiables. Obtenga más información en http://sba.gov.


created_at: 2020-04-08T16:30:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Own or work for a small business? Make sure you’re getting info about financial relief from good sources to avoid scams. Learn more at http://sba.gov.


created_at: 2020-04-08T16:10:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Es usted un trabajador esencial en Carolina del Norte? ¿Necesita cuidado de niños? Llame al 1-888-600-1685 para conocer las opciones locales. Asistencia financiera puede estar disponible. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247919665524899845/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T16:02:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Are you an essential worker in NC? Do you need child care? Call 1-888-600-1685 for local options. Financial assistance may be available. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247917791593861122/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T15:04:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @NCCommerce: Employers and claimants don't have to call to reset their passwords and PINs. Select "I forgot my username/password" at the…


created_at: 2020-04-08T14:20:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dial 2-1-1 or text COVIDNC to 898211 for free, confidential information 24/7 to help you find resources within your community. They can connect you with people and groups that can help with questions about access to food, shelter,  employment and child care. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247891974624907267/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T11:41:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Without child care workers taking care of our little loved ones, many of our essential workers would not be able to take care of our older (and younger) loved ones. Many thanks and big shout out for North Carolina child care workers! We're in this t♥️gether! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247851969823363072/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-08T01:34:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @NC_Governor: Director Sprayberry, Dr. Cohen and their incredible teams have been working night and day to keep the people of our state…


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to all in North Carolina who are staying home. While this holiday week is normally a time for families, we are living in a new normal. It's not safe to gather with extended friends and family right now. #StayHomeSaveLives


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞Use 9-1-1 for emergencies - not to report violations of stay-at-home order. Some counties have a stay-at-home order hotline to report issues.📱 To receive twice daily updates about COVID-19, send a text message with COVIDNC to 898211.


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🏙 More than 330 cities, towns, counties and non-profits have participated and filed requests for FEMA public assistance reimbursement due to COVID-19


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🏤 FEMA has approved NC request to set up housing alternatives (hotels or dorm rooms) for people living in shelters who contract COVID-19 and need to be quarantined.


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
💲 Financial assistance is being provided through @NCDHHS for child care for our frontline essential workers. Bonuses coming to all teachers and staff that work in programs serving essential workers.


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
✔️ 2 new executive orders coming this week: 1) fast track child care for health care professionals and make more hospital bed space quickly available, and 2) put mandatory social distancing limits in at our essential retailers.


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📝 Yesterday's modeling forecast underscores how critical social distancing is to #slowthespread. Modeling is just one of a number of tools used to make informed decisions about how long the stay-at-home order will remain in place.


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
❗ Social distancing efforts are working. It is the best weapon in this fight against COVID-19. The interventions NC has put into place are slowing the spread of the virus and giving our health care system time to ramp up for the surge of patients.


created_at: 2020-04-07T19:26:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
ICYMI: April 7th updates from #COVID19NC press conference:🤒 As of this morning, NC has 3,2213 confirmed cases covering 90 counties. There are 354 hospitalizations and 46 deaths.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:19:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@AleksRoessiger Please direct message us if you are a vendor of PPE or have PPE to donate. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:15:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Thank you to all our partners, and thank you for your support of the State Emergency Response Team. Call your loved ones daily, look our for friends and neighbors and be kind. With your help, we will get through this together, as one team, one mission, one family.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:14:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: 2-1-1 is the place to call for information or help with resources like, food, utilities, child care and other needs. If you call and get a busy signal – it means that all incoming lines are tied up with other callers. Simply wait a while and try your call again.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:14:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Once again, I want to remind that 911 is for emergency calls only. Please refrain from calling to report stay-at- home or social distancing violations. We need to keep 911 lines open for true emergencies. If everyone stays at home, these calls won't be necessary.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:14:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Today - the logistics and warehouse teams are moving out shipments of surgical masks to hospitals and first responders. We still have major shortages in personal protective equipment.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:13:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: So far, more than 330 cities, towns, counties and nonprofits and hospitals have participated and filed requests for public assistance.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:13:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Our NCEM Recovery Section began Public Assistance applicant briefings last week and those will continue. These are online sessions for local governments and nonprofits to educate them on how to apply for FEMA reimbursement for COVID-related expenses.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:13:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: This morning the Council of State approved a lease for use of the former Sandhills Regional Medical Center in Hamlet. That hospital closed in 2017, but can now be prepared to provide additional beds to support hospital overflow.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:12:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: Our recovery section is standing up a support center to assist local governments as they begin setting up non-congregate housing options in their communities in places like hotels and dormitories.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:12:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: ... People needing social distancing, as determined by public health officials, because they are at high risk due to their age, medical condition or living situation.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:12:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: This can include: Those who are exposed to or test positive for COVID-19 that do not require hospitalization but need to be isolated. Also, those who have been treated and released from a hospital...


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:12:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@DirectorNCEM: FEMA has approved the request the state made last week for a non-congregate housing program. This would provide rooms for people in a variety of situations who need individual housing to help slow the spread of the virus.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:11:53+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM: Today is day 29 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the #COVID19 response. 65 counties have activated local emergency operations centers. All 100 NC counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have declared states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:11:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: This is just one of many ways our North Carolina team is trying to respond to this unprecedented crisis. Thank you for doing your part to stay at home to slow the spread of the virus. Staying home saves lives. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:11:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: Child care programs that stay open to serve essential workers will receive $300 per month for each full-time teacher and $200 for each full-time non-teaching staff member, including administrators, janitors and other support staff.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:10:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: As we face this pandemic, we know our early childhood workforce is the support system that allows our essential services to be there for us. We will be providing bonuses to all teachers and staff that work in programs serving essential workers.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:10:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: They are literally brain builders – supporting children’s healthy development so they have a strong foundation for health and learning. And that’s in the best of times.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:10:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: We are able to provide this support to our frontline workers because of another group of essential workers – our early childhood teachers and staff. In the best of times, they are our unsung heroes, who care for, love and teach our children.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:09:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: For families that need financial support for childcare – they can find the form at http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus that they then bring to their selected childcare program.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:09:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: Our hotline will help families find child care programs that are meeting new health and safety standards and operational guidelines. Families can call (888) 600-1685.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:09:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: I am proud to share that we have created an Emergency Child Care Subsidy Program to support our essential workers. Through this new program – essential workers can get help finding childcare and get help paying for that child care.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:08:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: One thing they all have in common, if they are parents or caregivers of young children, when they go to work, they need to a safe place for their children, where they will be cared for and nurtured.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:08:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: … Our pharmacists are filling needed prescriptions. Our janitorial workers are sanitizing essential workspaces. And of course, our healthcare workers are on the frontlines taking care of those who get sick.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:08:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: While most of us are staying home, some North Carolinians are providing the essential services that we all rely upon. Our truck drivers are delivering food or medical supplies. Our grocery store workers are stocking shelves...


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:08:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@SecMandyCohen: We heard yesterday from data experts: Our stay at home efforts are working to slow the spread. That doesn’t mean that people won’t get sick, it does mean that we are helping fewer people get sick at the same time so hospitals are there for those who need them.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:07:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: As of this morning: 3,221 cases in 90 counties. 8% in ages 18-24, 42% in ages 25-49, 29% in ages 50-64, and 20% in people 65+. 354 people are currently hospitalized - a significant increase from yesterday when we were at 270. Sadly, there have been 46 deaths.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:06:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Social distancing means we can’t hold our loved ones close, but now IS the time to hold tight to our faith. No matter where we are, or how difficult the path, I know that faith and hope can sustain us through even these hard times.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:05:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: We want everyone present and healthy for next year’s celebrations. Don’t put yourselves or each other in danger. Even though we won’t be together in the pews or at each other’s homes, we are together in spirit.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:05:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Holidays - Good Friday, Easter, Passover - will tempt people to get together. It’s usually a time for families, but it’s not safe to gather with extended family & friends. It's hard to miss out on traditions, but consider your life & the lives of your loved ones.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:05:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: We are preparing an executive order to put more guardrails on social distancing at our essential retailers. I know many stores have already put limits on how many people can be in stores at once, and this will ensure those limits are mandatory across the state.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:04:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: We have received FEMA approval to set up housing alternatives such as hotels or dorm rooms for people now living in shelters who contract the virus and need to be quarantined. This has been a real problem for local governments and we’re glad we can help with this.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:04:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: I’m also glad today to announce financial assistance through NC DHHS for child care for our frontline essential workers. They can’t be out there helping us unless their children are being cared for. Dr. Cohen will talk more about that in a minute.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:04:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: I expect to sign an executive order this week for our Department of Health and Human Services to help fast track child care for doctors, nurses and other health care workers and to make more hospital bed space quickly available.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:03:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: But it is clear that right now, at least through April, people need to stay at home and keep their social and physical distance from each other. Every day – several times a day – we are looking closely at whether our efforts and interventions are doing enough.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:03:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Modeling is one of a number of tools we are using to make informed decisions in this fight. We’ll look at this and other models, analyze experiences in other countries and states, and consult public health experts and business leaders.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:03:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: Social distancing and staying at home is our best weapon in this fight. I know many of you are wondering if this North Carolina model means our Stay At Home order will continue into May. The answer is we just don’t know yet.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:03:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: As confining and frustrating as it is, we have to continue to Stay at Home and other interventions. They are working. And yesterday, a group of experts released a NC-specific model that underscores just how critical social distancing is in our efforts to save lives.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:02:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: These social distancing efforts are slowing the spread of the virus, giving our health care system time to ramp up capacity and preventing an overwhelming spike of patients.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:02:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: You’re working from home. You aren’t making unnecessary trips. You are keeping your physical distance. I appreciate those efforts. And I know that our doctors, nurses and health care workers appreciate it, too.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:01:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NC_Governor: We are now more than a week into our Stay At Home order. To comply, many of you have transformed the way you live.


created_at: 2020-04-07T18:01:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Thank you for joining today’s update on where NC stands in our fight against #COVID19. We have 3,221 cases and sadly 46 deaths. My family & I continue to pray for those who have lost their battle with this disease, and for those who are fighting for their lives.


created_at: 2020-04-07T16:50:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NCDHHS is offering financial assistance to help essential #COVID19NC workers afford child care and providing bonuses to child care teachers and staff who provide care during the #COVID19 crisis. Learn more: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/ncdhhs-provide-financial-support-essential-workers-and-child-care-providers https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247567328423874563/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-07T16:14:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
To file unemployment due to #COVID-19 job loss: 1. File online at http://des.nc.gov2. Choose ‘coronavirus’ as reason for filing3. Complete Weekly Certification each weekDetails are determined after you file your claim. More info: https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-information/online-account-help. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247558284271333377/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-07T15:30:29+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 2 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247547299330473986/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-07T14:45:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
EMTs, police, fire fighters, state troopers, National Guard soldiers and airmen, correctional officers, utility workers, sheriff deputies & so many others are working tirelessly to keep North Carolinians safe & healthy- especially now. THANK YOU first responders! #NCStrong https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247535875191271430/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-07T14:05:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Food and Nutrition Services recipients will receive the maximum amount for their household size during March and April due to #COVID19NC. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/human-services/food-nutrition-covid-19-updatesQuestions?☎️ Call 1-888-622-7328💻 Visit http://www.ebtedge.com⬇️ Download the ebtEDGE mobile app https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247525814620413952/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-07T13:15:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
No se exceda comprando en la tienda de comestibles. Asegúrese de dejar suficientes comestibles para que otros compren, especialmente familias que no pueden comprar una gran cantidad de alimentos a la vez. Estamos todos juntos en esto. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247513233751228417/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-07T13:05:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Don’t go overboard at the grocery store. Make sure you leave enough for others, especially for families that can’t afford to buy a lot of food all at once. If you can, buy some to donate to a local food pantry. We’re all in this together. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247510713465217030/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-07T12:03:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
• @NC_Governor said modeling shows we will save lives if we #StayHome and keep our social distance right now. More: https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/documents/files/covid-19/NC-Covid-Brief-1-4-6-20.pdf. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-04-07T12:03:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
• BUT keeping social distancing policies in place after April significantly reduces demand on hospital beds • Models show:- If NO social distancing after April = 750K in NC have COVID-19 by June 1- If we KEEP social distancing in place = 250K in NC have COVID-19 by June 1


created_at: 2020-04-07T12:03:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
• Estimated peak stress on hospital bed capacity is mid-to-late-May.• IF social distancing policies are lifted after April, there's 50+ % chance hospitals won't be able to handle demand from COVID-19 (as soon as Memorial Day).


created_at: 2020-04-07T12:03:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
ICYMI: New info from @UNC @DukeU @rti_intl and others reinforces how CRITICAL social distancing is to #SlowTheSpread of #COVID-19. • If we maintain current policies, models suggest there will be enough hospital beds in NC to handle growing COVID-19 cases in next few weeks.


created_at: 2020-04-07T11:15:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
We've always known that teachers, principals & other educators are special superheroes. In past few weeks NC teachers have set up online classrooms, adjusted curriculum and participated in teacher parades. Give them a BIG SHOUT OUT! Call a teacher & say THANK YOU! #NCStrong https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247483027434934272/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T23:55:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Leah_DLR @NCCommerce @NC_Governor We apologize for your trouble, but you have to go through the Dept. of Commerce. There is additional contact information on this page that may be helpful: https://des.nc.gov/need-help/contact-us.


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
👨‍⚕️NC received 3 shipments of needed personal protective equipment from federal Strategic National Stockpile and shipment of surgical masks from private vendor, but more is needed.


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to all in North Carolina who are staying home. This week is a holiday week unlike any other. Reach out to loved ones by phone or video. It's important that we act now.#StayHomeSaveLives


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞Use 9-1-1 for emergencies - not to report violations of stay-at-home order. Some counties have a stay-at-home order hotline to report issues.


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🏥 Evaluating facilities across the state to find and prepare suitable places to use for homes and as a hospital.


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
😷 @CDC provided guidance about face coverings: they are not the same as face masks worn by health care professionals. Cloth covering can be used in public areas (ex. grocery or pharmacy) Face masks should be saved for health care professionals.Best practice is stay 6+ feet away


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
If NO social distancing after April= 750K in NC get virus by June 1If we KEEP social distancing in place= 250K in NC get virus by June 1


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
👩‍💻 Modeling forecast by public and private researchers reinforces the need for social distancing to #SlowtheSpread. If social distancing polices end April 30, it would lead to a 50+% chance hospitals will become overloaded (maybe as soon as Memorial Day)


created_at: 2020-04-06T22:35:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
April 6th updates from #COVID19NC press conference:🤒 As of this morning, NC has 2,873 confirmed cases covering almost 90 counties. There are 270 hospitalizations and 33 deaths.


created_at: 2020-04-06T18:42:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NCDHHS will not live tweet the briefing, but will instead provide a recap after the briefing is completed.


created_at: 2020-04-06T18:30:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Help your kids cope with #COVID19👩‍👦‍👦 Be calm & reassuring👂 Listen & let kids ask questions🚫 Avoid language that blames others 📺 Limit screen time on COVID19📰 Provide honest, age-appropriate info 🤧Teach actions to reduce spread of germs https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247230127920107521/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T18:04:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NCDHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen and NCEM Director Mike Sprayberry will hold a media briefing at 4 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247223590795255808/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T17:15:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Grocers, restaurant workers, food delivery services, chefs, cashiers, stockers, truckers who deliver the supplies and others are working night and day to ensure we have food. Give them a smile or wave & tell them thank you for helping us in #COVID19NC. We're in this t♥️gether! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247211236732948480/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T16:50:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
North Carolina's long-term care workers have been putting in long hours to take care of our loved ones. Be sure to give them a wave or virtual hug to let them know how much we appreciate their hard work. We're in this t♥️gether! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247204942290587648/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T16:30:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
HUGE shout out to all our North Carolina Health Care Workers who are working so hard to take good care of us. Let's do our part to help them and Stay Home! We're in this t♥️gether! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247199952910143488/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T15:46:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🚑 Trabajadores de la salud🚨 Oficiales de la ley💊 Personal de farmacia🏥 Personas en las líneas frontales🚛 Camioneros🚧 Trabajadores de carreteras🍏 Personal de la tienda de comestibles🚎 Conductores de autobuses💌 Carteros✏️Padres🎨 Maestrosmuchos GRACIAS! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247188915443900416/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T14:01:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
We know that staying at home isn’t easy. But staying home doesn't just protect you from #COVID19—it protects everyone else in your community too, including those on the front lines.By staying home, you could SAVE someone's life.Remember: We're in this T♥️gether! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247162505899773952/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T13:15:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
To the: 🚑 Healthcare workers🚨 Law enforcement officers💊 Pharmacy staff🏥 First responders🚛 Truck drivers 🚧 Highway workers🍏 Grocery store staff🚎 Bus drivers💌 Mail carriers ✏️ Parents🎨 Teachers ➕ many moreTHANK YOU! https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247150842106519553/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-06T11:15:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
In order to save lives and keep people healthy, we need everyone to #StayHome and stay physically distanced from others to stop the spread of #COVID19. Call your loved ones. Look out for your friends and neighbors and be kind. #WereAllinThisT❤️gether http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1247120638856384514/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-05T23:10:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
How You Can Help #COVID19NC💉 Donate medical supplies & personal protective equipment🥫 Support food banks: http://feedingthecarolinas.org✔️Consider giving blood👩‍⚕️ Volunteer as a health care worker: http://terms.ncem.org/TRS📱 Share reliable info: http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246938180496035844/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-05T20:05:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Food and Nutrition Services recipients will receive the maximum amount for their household size during March and April due to #COVID19NC. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/human-services/food-nutrition-covid-19-updatesQuestions?☎️ Call 1-888-622-7328💻 Visit http://www.ebtedge.com⬇️ Download the ebtEDGE mobile app https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246891623247687680/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-05T17:05:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NC's Stay at Home order allows individuals & families to go outside. Some ideas:🚶‍♀️Go for a walk or hike🌲Use the greenways & trails🚴‍♀️Go for a bike ride⚽ Play soccerMore on managing your overall health: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/managing-your-overall-health#StayHome #StaySafe #GetOutside https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246846328950403072/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-05T14:24:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
STAYING HOME is the best way to protect yourself + others against #COVID19. If you must leave house, a mask could be an extra layer of protection. Wearing a mask DOES NOT mean that you can visit friends in person or go to work at a non-essential business.https://twitter.com/CDCgov/status/1246243351503962113


created_at: 2020-04-05T14:05:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
When everything feels out of control, it's important to hold on to the things within our control, says our Dr. Carrie Brown. Two things that are essential: teamwork & self-care. ▶️ https://youtu.be/fN-EAnBwhCI More about reducing #COVID19 anxiety & stress: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/managing-your-overall-health https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246801024133758976/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-05T12:13:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @NCNationalGuard: Our Soldiers and Airmen are part of a unified effort with the @ncdhhs, @NCPublicSafety, and @NCEmergency at the forefr…


created_at: 2020-04-05T11:05:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to everyone who is staying at home. We are at a crucial point in efforts to #FlattentheCurve. When you #StayHome, you are protecting yourselves, your families, your neighbors & our critical workers. YOU are saving lives. If we all do our part, we’ll get through this. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246755729299722241/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T23:00:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Marque 2-1-1 o envíe el texto COVIDNC al 898211 para recibir información gratuita y confidencial, las 24 horas, los 7 días.  El personal puede enlazarlo con gente y grupos que pueden ayudarle con preguntas sobre acceso a alimentos, albergues, empleo y cuidado infantil. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246573342561390592/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T21:05:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dial 2-1-1 or text COVIDNC to 898211 for free, confidential information 24/7 to help you find resources within your community. They can connect you with people and groups that can help with questions about access to food, shelter,  employment and child care. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246544335061102594/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T20:20:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@OuttaHereNow123 Hi, Executive Order 124 addresses this: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/EO124-Utilities-Evictions-Financial-Services.pdf. There is an FAQ here: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/FAQs-Financial-Leniency-Evictions-Utilities.pdf. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-04-04T20:00:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
We know it's hard to keep up with #COVID19NC. Here's a wrap-up of the week, including the #StayHome Order that went into effect 3/30: https://mailchi.mp/dhhs/covid-19-nc-update-april-3. Also includes info on FNS, unemployment & child care for essential workers.➡️ Subscribe here: https://mailchi.mp/dhhs/0vqzbpq6l2 https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246528075405418497/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T18:22:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Josh__Ferrell @NCPublicHealth Hi, hospital bed counts data from reporting hospitals can be found on the NC Case Count dashboard: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/covid19/covid-19-nc-case-count#by-reporting-hospitals. Thanks.


created_at: 2020-04-04T18:15:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to everyone helping out during #COVID19NC. #WeAreInThisTogetherNC https://twitter.com/NC_Governor/status/1246494911077265408


created_at: 2020-04-04T18:05:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Don’t go overboard at the grocery store. Make sure you leave enough for others, especially for families that can’t afford to buy a lot of food all at once. We’re all in this together. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246499039698399236/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T18:00:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
No se exceda comprando en la tienda de comestibles. Asegúrese de dejar suficientes comestibles para que otros compren, especialmente familias que no pueden comprar una gran cantidad de alimentos a la vez. Estamos todos juntos en esto. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246497928505634823/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T16:42:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
We are grateful as well to all our health care facility staff who are on the frontlines. THANK YOU for all that you do! #COVID19NChttps://twitter.com/KodyKinsley/status/1246463897684586496


created_at: 2020-04-04T16:38:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@RPlanchard @KateMurphyNews @newsobserver Our deepest sympathies, Becki. Your @ncdhhs family is thinking of you.


created_at: 2020-04-04T14:45:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NC food banks need your help to feed those in need during #COVID19NC. Learn how you can help here: https://feedingthecarolinas.org/covid19/. #WereAllInThisTogether https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246448708851466241/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T12:05:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to the North Carolinians who are staying home. We are in a CRUCIAL period for flattening the curve. We need to be doing everything possible right now to avoid overwhelming our hospitals. #StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246408447651975169/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-04T12:00:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Gracias a todas las personas de Carolina del Norte que se quedan en casa. Estamos en un período crucial para aplanar la curva del coronavirus. Necesitamos hacer todo lo posible en este momento para evitar abrumar a nuestros hospitales. El Quedarse en Casa Salva Vidas. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246407382806286336/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-03T23:30:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
You can get data about #COVID19NC on the COVID-19 NC Dashboard on our website. It includes detailed information about the state’s COVID-19 confirmed cases, hospital capacity and more. There is also information on how the data is collected. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/covid-19-case-count-nc https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246218452102197248/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-03T22:52:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
You can report price gouging to @NCAGO at the link below. https://twitter.com/NCAGO/status/1246161160052903936


created_at: 2020-04-03T22:05:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Wondering how you can clean to protect yourself and your family during #COVID19NC? @CDCgov has some helpful tips. http://ow.ly/sinx50z4ZdH https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246197056475148288/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-03T20:29:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@rRaeyyi @NCCommerce @NC_Governor You will need to reach out to @NCCommerce. https://des.nc.gov/need-help/contact-us


created_at: 2020-04-03T20:26:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@APDillon_ Outdoor exercise is okay, but social distancing is still required. More FAQ here: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf.


created_at: 2020-04-03T20:17:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NeoAndTrinity_ @NC_Governor Hi. For the latest on the NCDPS actions concerning prisons, go to: https://www.ncdps.gov/our-organization/emergency-management/past-disasters/dps-actions-covid-19#prisons.


created_at: 2020-04-03T20:16:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NC #StayAtHome Order says:✔️ Can go out for essential work, to take care of others, get food, seek medical care✔️ On necessary trips, keep distance of 6+ feet🚫 Unnecessary errands & groups of 10+ prohibited#StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/CDCgov/status/1246095129380864002


created_at: 2020-04-03T19:23:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Necesita ayuda para encontrar alimentos para su hijo? Envíe un mensaje de texto a COMIDA al 877-877. ambién puede llamar al 2-1-1 para hablar con un operador las 24 horas los 7 días de la semana, que le puede ayudar a localizar sitios de comidas y otros recursos.


created_at: 2020-04-03T19:21:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Do you need help finding food for your child? Text FOODNC to 877877. You can also call 2-1-1 to speak with an operator 24/7 who can help locate meal sites.Thank you to county EM offices (Onslow County pictured) & their partners, who are packing and distributing meals. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246155946998497281/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:27:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@stu623 @SecMandyCohen The NC Case Count dashboard can be found here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/covid-19-case-count-nc. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:17:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Thank you for your support of the State Emergency Response Team. The team is working hard to keep you safe. With your help, we will get through this together, as one team, with one mission.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:17:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM In order to save lives and keep people healthy, we need everyone to stay home and stay distanced to stop the spread. Call your loved ones. Look out for your friends and neighbors, and be kind.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:16:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM For twice daily information updates on Coronavirus, you don’t have to call – just text COVIDNC to 898211. You can get texts in English or Spanish.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:16:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM 911 is for emergency calls only. Please refrain from calling to report stay-at-home or social distancing violations. We need to keep 911 lines open for emergencies. 211 is taking thousands of calls daily from people who need information or help with resources.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:16:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Make sure your computer is up-to-date with anti-virus software and a current operating system. Be smart about the websites you visit and the tele-conferencing platforms you use. Don’t click on links or attachments in email from people you don’t know.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:15:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM I want to say a word today about cyber-security. With so many people working and learning from home right now – the environment is prime for hackers who want to cause cyber-disruption. Be sure to be cyber smart. Keep your passwords secure and change them regularly.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:15:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM National Guard trucks and drivers and private transport companies are providing distribution of supplies – and the State Highway Patrol is providing security for those shipments where needed.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:15:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Our logistics and sourcing teams continue to find and buy additional protective supplies. Our orders so far have exceeded to $100 million dollars, but still - very little of that has been delivered.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:15:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM In total, we received only about a third of what we requested. The number of basic surgical and face masks we received exceeded our request, and the number of gloves came close to what we asked - but for all other items, we received far less than we requested.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:14:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM At the same time, our mission to find and obtain supplies continues. Personal protective equipment in the Strategic National Stockpile has been depleted. After receiving 3 shipments, North Carolina does not expect any more PPE from the national stockpile.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:14:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We are working hard to plan & prepare for medical surge. The US Army Corps of Engineers and engineers from the NC National Guard are conducting many facility assessments across the state to find and prep locations that are suitable for overflow hospital space.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:14:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Today is day 25 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the #COVID19 response. 62 counties have activated local emergency operations centers. 99 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have declared states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:13:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We need to do everything in our power so that fewer people get sick at the same time, while also surging the capacity of our health care system so those that do need hospital care have it. Our efforts will only be as good as yours. Please stay home to save lives.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:13:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: It will help, but it’s not a crystal ball. Modeling is only as good as the data you can feed it and the assumptions you can make. This is so new. We don’t have the greatest data to know with precision how things are going to play out. But we learn more every day.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:12:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: A team of data scientists from our universities and private sectors are working collectively on models for North Carolina. They are looking at our specific circumstances here in NC – like the health and age of our communities and the density of our population.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:12:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We are fortunate in North Carolina to have some of the best and the brightest minds working to help us plan so we that we can hopefully avoid facing those devastating choices.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:12:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: There is real harm – and it’s not just people who get #COVID19. It’s the person who has a heart attack or appendicitis or is in a car accident, but there isn’t a hospital bed.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:11:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: What I’m seeing in my home state of New York, I never thought was possible in the United States. When too many people get sick at the same time – everyone suffers.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:11:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: When supplies and medical equipment are scare it forces decisions that no one wants to make. As you continue to hear, we are aggressively hunting down supplies - masks, gowns, ventilators - from all over the globe.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:11:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I really need North Carolinians to understand this. We need to be doing everything possible right now to avoid overwhelming our hospitals. Our actions today will impact how this virus will impact North Carolina in the weeks and months to come.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:11:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: This is the first weekend under the stay at home order. I’m going to be honest, we need to do better with complying with the order. People should only be out to buy food, pick up medication, get healthcare, or if they are essential, go to work.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:10:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Nearly 32,000 tests have been completed across the state from labs that have reported their negative tests, not all do.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:10:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: As of this morning, there are 2,093 cases from 86 NC counties. Of these, 43% are in ages 25-49, 29% in ages 50-64 and 20% in people 65+. 259 people are currently hospitalized. Sadly, there have been 19 deaths.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:09:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor The weekend is coming up. Lots of Tar Heel blue skies are in our forecast. I know it’s hard, but stay at home anyway. We are in a crucial time period for flattening the curve, and we still need you to step up. If we all do our part, we’ll get through this.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:09:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Thank you to the North Carolinians who are Staying at Home. You are protecting yourselves, your families, your neighbors and our critical workers. You are saving lives.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:08:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Again, this is an area where everyday North Carolinians have the power to help. If you are home feeling nervous or powerless there IS something you can do. You can stay at home. You can keep physical distance. You have the power to slow the spread.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:08:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor We are also closely monitoring our hospitals to make sure they have enough beds and people to care for seriously ill patients.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:08:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor And of course, we are battling on our most important front to keep people healthy and safe. We remain concerned about our congregate living facilities where people are confined and live closely together. Secretary Cohen will discuss this issue in a minute.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:07:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Lockhart Taylor, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for the Division of Employment Security, briefed you yesterday on efforts to improve and increase capacity for unemployment benefits. I expect them to do this quickly. And he’s here today if you have more questions.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:07:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor I know it’s been a struggle to file claims and get questions answered on the phone. Every claim represents a family on the edge. Every claim is critical – and I will continue pushing until this is fixed and the process works more smoothly.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:07:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Through Executive Order, I have made unemployment insurance more widely available. But we know that has also put unprecedented strain on the system. More than a hundred times as many claims as usual have been filed.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:06:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Another front we’re fighting is helping people whose jobs and livelihoods have been lost in the blink of an eye due to this cruel virus.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:06:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor I know the President has ordered some companies to ramp up production of ventilators. This is important and badly needed. But the federal government can and should do more to direct industries to help produce masks, gowns, gloves and other supplies.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:05:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor So, here in North Carolina, we are encouraging manufacturers across the state to shift their production lines to create the masks, gloves, gowns and other materials we so desperately need. Some are responding positively.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:05:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor I know many of you have experienced this on a personal level. You go online to buy cleaning wipes or disinfectant spray, and it goes in your online cart, but when it comes time to pay, the screen says the order can’t be filled and the items are out of stock.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:05:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor But we’re not the only ones. Right now, governments at every level, hospitals, law enforcement and others are competing against each other for a scarce amount of personal protective equipment.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:04:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor They have told us not to expect more soon. Of course, we know we can’t rely solely on the national stockpile. Our emergency management teams are working around the clock to find the equipment that is so badly needed by those on the frontline of this pandemic.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:04:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor  This is a bad situation, folks. North Carolina has received three shipments from the Strategic National Stockpile. We are grateful for these supplies, but to be clear we’ve gotten just 33% of what we’ve asked for.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:03:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor As we continue our state-level efforts against this coronavirus, we want you to know we’re fighting this battle on many fronts. The first front is the fight for medical supplies and personal protective equipment.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:03:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Even though we don’t yet have medicines to stop the virus, we do have something that can. People. Stopping the spread is in our control. If we avoid gatherings, wash our hands, stay at home as much as we can, and if we keep our physical distance. These things work.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:02:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor If you must be with other people, please heed the order that bans gatherings of more than 10 and recommends staying 6ft or more away from each other. It could save your life and prevent the spread of the virus to people you care about.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:02:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor This virus is still spreading quickly, no one is immune, there is no vaccination, and social distancing is our best protection. Now is not the time for beach trips or neighborhood cookouts.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:02:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Even as we acknowledge passing 2000 cases, we are entering the first weekend of my order to Stay at Home. I need you to do that. I know it’s tempting to get away from all this and gather with friends and extended family. Don’t.


created_at: 2020-04-03T18:02:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor In NC, we now have 2,093 confirmed cases of #COVID19 covering nearly all counties. Sadly, we are also reporting 19 deaths and 259 hospitalized. We continue to pray for the families of these souls, as well as the people currently sick and recovering.


created_at: 2020-04-03T17:38:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¡Prevenga la propagación del #COVID19!Practique el distanciamiento social: manténgase a 6 pies de distancia de los demás. Lávese frecuentemente las manos con agua y jabón. Limite interacciones sociales.


created_at: 2020-04-03T17:30:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Prevent the spread of COVID19!Practice social distancing: stay 6-feet away from other people. Wash your hands often with soap and water. Limit social interactions. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246127867899101184/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-03T17:27:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Shuamister @NC_Governor Hi, you will have to go through @NCCommerce. This page has information: https://des.nc.gov/need-help/contact-us.


created_at: 2020-04-03T17:12:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you for sharing this story about sisters Jackie and Yasmin Metivier, who have helped translate our daily #COVID19NC briefings into Spanish! https://twitter.com/newsobserver/status/1246018656749916160


created_at: 2020-04-03T16:32:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
You CAN shop for food during the Stay at Home Order. Be sure to keep physical distance from others while shopping and be patient. #WereAllInThisTogether https://twitter.com/NCAgriculture/status/1245714988486049792


created_at: 2020-04-03T16:00:53+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to the @NCNationalGuard, @NCEmergency and other agencies for your continued assistance and partnership in responding to #COVID19NC.  https://twitter.com/NCNationalGuard/status/1245864326612668419


created_at: 2020-04-03T15:49:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @NC_Governor: The Division of Employment Security is adding capacity to improve the application process and we will keep working to get…


created_at: 2020-04-03T15:01:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 2 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://www.ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246090543282696194/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-03T13:40:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Sec. Mandy Cohen dives into why it is important to manage your health right now. #COVID19NCWatch the video at https://youtu.be/iwd1TPSieLQ.En español: https://youtu.be/YNT4DYEs01g


created_at: 2020-04-03T12:57:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Si está enfermo por COVID-19, o cree que puede tenerlo, quédese en casa y apártese de los demás, dentro de casa, lo más posible.


created_at: 2020-04-03T12:45:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
If you are sick with COVID-19 or think you might have it, stay home and separate yourself from other people in the home as much as possible. Learn more at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html#COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246056123507015681/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-03T11:30:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you for doing your part and staying at home. We're all in this together. #StayHomeSaveLives Gracias por hacer su parte y quedarse en casa. Estamos en esto todos. Quedándose en casa puede salvar vidas (#StayHomeSaveLives). https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1246037290901798914/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T23:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
During #COVID19NC, volunteers are needed to supplement NC's health care workforce. Register to volunteer at http://terms.ncem.org. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245856060029599749/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T21:56:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@WillowGaia88 If you aren't able to make the press conferences, you can watch the recordings at https://www.unctv.org/coronavirus-disease-2019/.


created_at: 2020-04-02T21:42:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Cuidar de su salud mental es tan importante como su salud física. Busque ayuda adicional si la necesita. La Línea de Ayuda Nacional de Socorro en Desastres disponible en el 1-800-985-5990, ofrece asesoramiento en casos de crisis, así como apoyo emocional, las 24 horas del día.


created_at: 2020-04-02T21:35:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Seek additional help if you need it. The National Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 offers crisis counseling and emotional support 24 hours a day for anyone with mental health concerns. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245827109152530432/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T21:26:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Jesse_Melson @NCCommerce Hi, see this page for more information: https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-nc-unemployment-insurance-information. Thanks.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:48:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@sabshaw @NCCommerce Hi, this page has information that may be helpful: https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-nc-unemployment-insurance-information.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:46:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@thepstall @SecMandyCohen Hi, you can view the dashboard here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/covid-19-case-count-nc. Thank you!


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:46:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@quallabound @SecMandyCohen Hi, here is the link: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/covid-19-case-count-nc. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:44:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Static_FX All businesses that remain open are required to implement and maintain social distancing practices. You can see the press release, full Order and FAQ here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29. Thanks.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:26:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Cindy_Lee_G @NCCommerce Hi, please see this link: https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-nc-unemployment-insurance-information. It includes information as well as contact information for @NCCommerce.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:17:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Assistant Secretary Taylor: I want to ensure North Carolinians that we know our job is just beginning. We will not rest until we have processed every request and gotten checks to every eligible recipient in our state.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:15:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Assistant Secretary Taylor: and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, which is for people who are not typical eligible for state unemployment benefits. This should provide coverage for the self-employed or independent contractors.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:14:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Assistant Secretary Taylor: On Saturday, @NC_Governor authorized 3 new federal unemployment programs: an additional $600 in weekly benefits, 13 additional weeks of benefits...


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:13:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Assistant Secretary Taylor: We are adding staff and modifying our phone system to increase the capacity of our phone lines, and we are increasing the capacity of our online servers as well. We believe the system is becoming more stable every day.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:12:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Assistant Secretary Taylor: We understand that many have had issues getting through on phones. This is unacceptable, we are taking immediate action and working around the clock to help.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:12:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Assistant Secretary Taylor: We've been through emergencies before, and we understand that for those that have lost jobs, help can't get there soon enough.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:11:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Assistant Secretary Taylor: This week, we have paid $8.2m to those who have filed claims due to #COVID19.  That number is going to increase in the coming days. Please know it may take up to 14 days.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:11:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NCCommerce Division of Employment Security Assistant Secretary, Lockhart Taylor: Thank you. Since this crisis began, there have been more than 355k claims for unemployment.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:10:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Remember to stay home and stay distanced to stop the spread. Thank you for your support of the State Emergency Response Team. The team is working hard for you every day. With your help, we will get through this together. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:09:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM For daily information updates on Coronavirus, you don’t have to call – you can text COVIDNC to 898211 to receive regular text updates. More than 60,000 people are already receiving texts.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:09:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We need to keep 9-1-1 lines open for true emergencies. 2-1-1 is taking thousands of calls daily from people who need information or help with resources like, food, utilities, child care and other needs.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:09:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Call centers at the state and local levels, including 2-1-1 and 9-1-1 are still receiving many calls from people wanting to report where social distancing is not being observed. Please refrain from making these calls.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:08:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Our logistics and sourcing teams continue to find and buy additional personal protective equipment. Our orders so far have exceeded to $100 million, but we have received very little of that.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:08:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM With three shipments received from the stockpile, we have received these portions of requested items: 48% of N95 masks, 119% of surgical face masks, 23% of face shields, 18% of gowns, 92% of gloves. We have not received any bouffants, shoe covers or goggles.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:08:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We have completed receiving and inventorying our third shipment from the Strategic National Stockpile. The final truck from that shipment arrived last night.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:08:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM The US Army Corps of Engineers is helping with facility assessments to find locations that are suitable for non-congregate housing, and for overflow hospital space.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:08:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Implementing this kind of temporary housing would help reduce the surge of people to our state’s hospitals, and help sick people get the care they need.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:08:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM This program would provide individual rooms in places like hotels, dormitories or other buildings for people: who have been exposed or tested positive for COVID19, but do not need hospitalizations for those who are symptomatic and awaiting results...


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:07:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Yesterday we submitted a request to FEMA to activate a non-congregant sheltering program to provide thousands of rooms for people affected by COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:07:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM 61 counties have their local emergency operations centers activated. 99 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have declared local states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:06:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Good afternoon. Today is day 24 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the COVID-19 response.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:06:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen The one thing that we can all do together is stay home. That’s how in this moment we can best serve each other, our community, and our state. Stay home, save lives.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:06:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen … I know that North Carolinians are doing what they always do – pulling together and taking care of one another.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:06:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen When I see people buying groceries for their older neighbors, teachers leading car parades through their students’ neighborhoods, or strangers sending pizzas to the doctors and nurses at their nearby hospital...


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:06:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We are in this together – our fates our intertwined perhaps in ways we did recognize before. That’s also what keeps me strong and hopeful.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:05:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen Not only is COVID-19 highly contagious, we are learning that there may be many people who have the virus and don’t have symptoms but can still infect others. That’s why we each need to do our part.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:05:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We all need to be vigilant. The more we learn about this virus, the more it reinforces that Governor Cooper’s strong actions are spot on.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:05:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen It is very important to prevent the introduction of the virus in the first place. We are working with our partners - industry associations, local health departments, and facilities - on their planning and preparation. We need to be extraordinarily vigilant.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:04:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen A new study published just a few days ago shows that containing an outbreak in a long term care facility can be exceptionally challenging.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:04:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen Many of these settings are designed to serve groups of the very people at highest risk for serious illness from COVID19 - older adults often with underlying chronic medical conditions.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:04:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We will continue to add data. Today we added information on the number of outbreaks in congregate settings – these are our nursing homes, adult care homes and correctional facilities.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:04:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen I am pleased to share that we now have more data integrated into our online dashboard, including available hospital beds, number of ventilators, info about requests to the Strategic National Stockpile, and demographic information about cases & deaths in the state


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:03:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen There are 184 current hospitalizations and sadly 16 deaths in NC. 28,679 tests have been completed across the state from labs that have reported their negative tests, not all do.


created_at: 2020-04-02T18:03:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen Good Afternoon. I’ll start with a run-down of the numbers. As of this morning there are 1,837 cases in 83 NC counties. Of these, 1% are in people 0-17, 9% in ages 18-24, 42% in ages 25-49, 27% in ages 50-64 and 20% in people 65 and older.


created_at: 2020-04-02T17:59:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
The briefing will begin shortly. Watch at the link below. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245743197151809538


created_at: 2020-04-02T17:30:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Quedándose en casa y lejos de los demás es la mejor manera de proteger a quienes corren el riesgo de enfermarse gravemente con el COVID-19. Haga su parte para frenar y reducir la propagación de COVID-19. Quedándose en casa puede salvar vidas (#StayHomeSaveLives). https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245765594621804547/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T17:01:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Staying at home and away from others is the best way to protect those at risk of getting severely ill from COVID-19. Do your part to #SlowTheSpread of COVID-19. #StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245758142551666689/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T16:01:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Members of the COVID-19 Task Force will hold a media briefing at 2 p.m. today. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://www.ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245743197151809538/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T15:41:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Opciones de cuidado infantil para trabajadores de importancia críticaLos trabajadores que necesitan de este servicio, pueden llamar al 1-888-600-1685 (de 8 am a 5 pm) para encontrar opciones de cuidados desde bebés, hasta niños de 12 años.


created_at: 2020-04-02T15:35:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@ncdhhs has partnered with the NC Child Care Resource and Referral to launch a hotline to help critical workers find child care options. Workers who need care can call 1-888-600-1685 (8 am - 5 pm) to find options for infants through age 12. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245736513171787782/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T15:07:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@busybuni We've outlined how data is collected on our dashboard here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/covid-19-case-count-nc#about-the-data.


created_at: 2020-04-02T14:25:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Let's do our part to #FlattenTheCurve by staying at home when we can and keeping our distance. North Carolina, we're all in this t❤️gether! #StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/CDCgov/status/1245480325653946370


created_at: 2020-04-02T12:45:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
If you feel sick:•Stay home and call your doctor.•Isolate yourself.•Stay informed. Get more information at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/caring-for-yourself-at-home.html. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245693732898381825/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T12:40:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Si se siente enfermo:•Manténgase en casa y llame a su doctor.•Auto aíslese.•Manténgase informado.Para obtener más información, visite https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/10Things-spanish.pdf. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245692471734124544/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-02T11:30:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
"The best weapon against COVID-19 is slowing the spread of this virus." - Sec. Mandy CohenHear more about how to #SlowTheSpread of #COVID19NC at https://youtu.be/4xArQX5seu4.


created_at: 2020-04-01T23:45:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
In addition to social distancing and other actions to reduce the spread of COVID-19, there are some things everyone can do to improve their overall health and reduce their risk of serious illness: https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245497442008776706/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T23:45:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Además del distanciamiento social y otras acciones para reducir la propagación del COVID-19, hay algunas cosas que todo el mundo puede hacer para mejorar su salud general y reducir su riesgo de enfermedad grave: https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245497437353119746/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T22:05:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
If you have COVID19 symptoms, call your doctor first. Most people do not need a test. Leaving your home to get tested exposes you and others.Get reliable info on #COVID19NC at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245472274565783552/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T22:00:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Hacerse la prueba o no? Si presenta síntomas de COVID-19, primeramente llame a su doctor. La mayoría de personas no necesitan de una prueba. Salir de casa para hacerse la prueba lo expone y también a los demás.Obtenga información confiable en http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245471166225096708/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T20:54:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Elizabeth062377 @NC_Governor @NCEmergency Hi, if you're looking for the NC Case Count dashboard, you can view it here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/covid-19-case-count-nc.


created_at: 2020-04-01T20:43:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@YangsDisciple @NC_Governor Here's more info that you may find helpful: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29. Thanks.


created_at: 2020-04-01T20:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Sec. Mandy Cohen shares how families can get help with food and child care during #COVID19NC. Watch here: https://youtu.be/0fIkBw3uuHE.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:34:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
If you were unable to view today's 2 p.m. press brief, you can watch it in English here: https://youtu.be/FU18pX_tzUU. Thank you to our public media partners who assist us in getting this information out. All past briefs are posted at https://www.unctv.org/coronavirus/. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FU18pX_tzUU&feature=youtu.be


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:16:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@MrJC77 @NCEmergency Please try this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FU18pX_tzUU&feature=youtu.be.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:16:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@looking5452 @NCEmergency Please try this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FU18pX_tzUU&feature=youtu.be


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:15:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@podsolnuhus Hi, this link should work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FU18pX_tzUU&feature=youtu.be.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:11:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @publicmediaNC: @MichaelCK @jason0x21 @ncdhhs @NCEmergency Hi folks! We're so sorry for the inconvenience. We're troubleshooting the str…


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:11:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Thank you for your support of the State Emergency Response Team. Your personal actions to stay home, stay distanced and stop the spread will help save lives. With your help, we will all get through this together.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:10:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM And while you are staying at home, today is a great day to participate in the 2020 census. It’s #CensusDay. It only takes about 10 minutes to complete the online form at http://my2020census.gov.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:10:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Donations can be money or canned, shelf-stable foods. To donate money online or find a food bank near you, visit http://feedingthecarolinas.org. A visit to a food bank to get or give food is not considered a violation of the stay-at-home order.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:09:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@looking5452 We are working to fix it. Updates will be posted to keep everyone informed. Thank you for your patience.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:09:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Many organizations are working hard to make sure people stay fed. Our state’s school systems are operating more than 1100 feeding sites and serving more than a half-million meals a day to kids. Food banks are seeing an increased demand and need donations.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:09:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM For daily information updates on Coronavirus, you don’t have to call - just text COVIDNC to 898211 to receive regular text updates. About 60,000 people are already receiving texts.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:09:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We need to keep 9-1-1 lines open for true emergencies. 2-1-1 is for people who need information or help with resources like, food, utilities and other human needs.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:09:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Please stay at home, follow the guidelines and encourage others in your community to follow them as well. Be kind and supportive to others. If we all do our best to stay home, and maintain social distance, these calls will not be necessary.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:08:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Call centers at the state and local levels, including 2-1-1 and 9-1-1 are receiving far too many calls from people wanting to report where social distancing not being observed.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:08:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM I want to remind all North Carolinians to stay at home and to observe the social distancing guidelines. Please refrain from calling to report those who you don’t think are following the rules.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:08:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM If you are a retired or former medical professional who would like to volunteer, you can register online at http://terms.ncem.org.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:08:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM These are medical professionals who can be assigned to hospitals and medical facilities as needed to support medical surge - when hospitals open up additional beds after regular beds are filled. They can also be used to fill in for employees who might become sick.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:08:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We are continuing to recruit, register and screen disaster medical volunteers, including retired doctors, nurses and other medical professionals. Nearly 1900 people have registered online and more than 700 have been vetted are ready to work.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:07:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Our logistics and sourcing teams continue to find and buy additional personal protective equipment. Our orders so far are close to $100M dollars, but we have received very little of that.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:07:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We will provide an update to these numbers once the last part of that third shipment has been completely inventoried. We have already pushed out much of that third shipment to hospitals and medical providers.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:07:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@TVCoach24 We are having some troubles with the English live stream. We will post updates for anything that was missed. We appreciate your patience.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:07:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM I will repeat the numbers I provided two days ago -- In the first two shipments, we received: 38% of requested N-95 masks; 91% requested procedure masks; 32%  of gloves; 14% of gowns; 16% of face shields, and less than 1% of the coveralls we requested.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:07:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We have requested a half-million of each of the following items from the national stockpile: N-95 masks, procedure masks, gowns, gloves, face shields and coveralls.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:06:53+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM This week we have been receiving our third shipment from the stockpile. We are still awaiting one final truck to arrive to complete that shipment. We expect that truck to arrive tonight.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:06:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We have been getting a lot of questions about supplies coming in from the Strategic National Stockpile, so I want to address that again today.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:06:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Sixty counties have their local emergency operations centers activated. 99 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have declared local states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:06:29+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Good afternoon. Thank you. Today is day 23 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the COVID-19 response.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:06:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen Before I turn over to @Director NCEM Mike Sprayberry for more about our medical surge and supply efforts, let me remind folks that today is #CensusDay. Make sure you are filling out your census form. Be sure to be counted!


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:05:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We are buying protective equipment, testing supplies, planning to surge our available medical beds, and recruit doctors, nurses and other clinicians to this fight.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:05:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen As we work together to slow the spread of the virus, we are also aggressively working to increase the capacity of our medical system.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:05:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen It is human nature to want definitive answers. And the one common answer that all the published evidence and new models show is that aggressive social distancing measures – like @NC_Governor stay at home order – do slow the spread of the virus.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:04:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen Modeling is only as good as the data you can feed into the model and assumptions you make. And this all is so new – that we don’t have the perfect data or the perfect assumptions to know with precision how things are going to play out.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:04:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen They are looking at our specific circumstances here in NC – like the health and age of our communities and the density of our population. I want to caution that modeling is not a crystal ball.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:04:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We in North Carolina are working with a team of data scientists from our universities and private sectors – Duke, UNC, BCBS, NoviSci, and RTI – and they are working to bring together several different models and use data inputs specific to North Carolina.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:03:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen I know everyone wants to know how long this will last. When will this peak? When can we resume our lives again? There’s a lot of new modeling out there to try to help us answer some of these questions. Some models paint a rosier picture than others.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:03:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We went ahead a posted it as a document as a stop gap measure and will continue to do that while we work on integrating it into the webpage.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:02:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen As I shared yesterday, we have added new data to the COVID-19 dashboard at http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. I ask you to bear with us as there was so much interest that the server crashed.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:02:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen 39% of our staffed in-patient hospital beds are empty as are 27% of ICU beds. These numbers are based on 94% of hospitals reporting. This does not include surge.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:02:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen More than 26,000 tests have been completed across the state from labs that have reported their negative tests, not all do. There are about 5,100 tests pending.


created_at: 2020-04-01T18:01:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Good afternoon. As of this morning: There are 1,584 cases of COVID-19 in 78 NC counties. There have been 10 deaths. Most (43%) of our cases in are people ages 25 to 49. However, most of our deaths (78%) are in people over 65.


created_at: 2020-04-01T17:54:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
No se exceda en la tienda de comestibles. Asegúrese de dejar suficientes comestibles para que otros compren, especialmente familias que no pueden comprar una gran cantidad de alimentos a la vez. Estamos todos juntos en esto. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245409122415247362/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T17:45:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Don’t go overboard at the grocery store. Make sure you leave enough for others, especially for families that can’t afford to buy a lot of food all at once. We’re all in this together. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245406848582385666/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T16:45:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@ncdhhs and @NCEmergency will hold a media briefing at 2 p.m. today regarding #COVID19NC. You can view the live stream in English and Spanish at http://www.ncdps.gov/news-conference. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245391742700052483/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T16:33:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞Cuándo comunicarse a su doctor o su departamento local de salud: - Si presenta síntomas de COVID-19. - Si cree que ha estado expuesto al COVID-19. - Si le han diagnosticado COVID-19 y sus síntomas empeoran. - Si tiene alguna pregunta médica relacionada con el COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-04-01T16:20:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞When to call your doctor/local health department: - If you have COVID-19 symptoms. - If you believe you have been exposed to COVID-19. - If you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and your symptoms worsen.- If you have any medical questions pertaining to COVID-19. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245385461809414147/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T15:29:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@NikkiLyerly There is information for individuals and families on how to stay healthy at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/individuals-families. Scroll to the bottom for information for children.


created_at: 2020-04-01T15:24:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Sheefairee Recordings of past press briefings can be viewed here: https://www.unctv.org/coronavirus/. The briefing from yesterday has been added.


created_at: 2020-04-01T15:01:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Jimmy_Jamers CDC has provided guidance on helping children practice social distancing from individuals outside of their household to help #SlowTheSpread here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/children.html.


created_at: 2020-04-01T14:33:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
(2/2) • Evite que los niños jueguen con otras personas que no son de su hogar.• Enséñeles sobre el distanciamiento social.


created_at: 2020-04-01T14:33:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
(1/2) Los niños no parecen estar en mayor riesgo del COVID-19 que los adultos. Para proteger a los niños de enfermarse, los CDC recomiendan a los padres:• Ayude a los niños a lavarse las manos regularmente• Limpie a menudo las superficies de alto contacto


created_at: 2020-04-01T14:25:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Children do not appear to be at higher risk for COVID-19 than adults. To protect children from getting sick, parents can:• Help children wash their hands• Clean surfaces often• Avoid children playing with others not in their household• Teach them about social distancing https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245356509762146304/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T12:35:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Today is Census Day! Registering only takes 10 minutes, & you can do it from home! Help NC get:✔️Fair representation in Congress✔️Disaster relief funding✔️Resources for roads, schools, healthcare & moreCall (1-800-923-8282) or go to http://my2020census.gov #MakeNCCount https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245328825266757632/photo/1


created_at: 2020-04-01T11:45:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Do your part to #SlowTheSpread.  #StayHomeSaveLivesFor reliable info on #COVID19NC, visit http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus.Haga su parte para frenar la propagación #SlowTheSpreadPara obtener información confiable acerca del #COVID19NC, visite http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245316247170035712/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T23:35:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Marque 2-1-1 o envíe el texto COVIDNC al 898211 para recibir información gratuita y confidencial, las 24 horas, los 7 días, a fin de encontrar recursos dentro de su comunidad. Este servicio NO PUEDE proporcionar atención médico directa. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245132531428720641/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T23:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dial 2-1-1 or text COVIDNC to 898211 for free, confidential information 24/7 to help you find resources within your community. They can help with questions about access to food, shelter, health care, employment and child care. They CANNOT provide direct medical service. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245131283799388161/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:15:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  As your North Carolina Attorney General, I remain committed to working alongside each one of you to help us get to the other side of this crisis. And we will. Together.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:14:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  For NC to get through this crisis, every business, every church, mosque and temple, every civic organization, every government agency and every person has a critical role to play.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:13:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  This is a time like no other. A number of our neighbors are sick and a few have died. Many more live in fear of this virus and hundreds of thousands of NCians are out of work as a result of it.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:10:53+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: Finally, today, we released internet safety resources and other resources for parents whose children are spending more time online at home. My colleagues at the Department of Justice and I will continue to do everything we can to protect people amid this crisis.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:08:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  Because of people's financial duress, we have stopped collections activities on behalf of the state. And we have urged the U.S. Department of Education to provide loan relief for people who are not able to pay back their student loans right now.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:06:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  We've already sent out a number of investigative demands to sellers for more information and we will take legal action to hold accountable anyone who is ripping people off.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:05:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: We are gathering complaints about price gouging and as of today, we've received 755. And we are reviewing each one.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:03:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  We're working hard to raise awareness of scams relating to coronavirus, particularly those using robocalls. While the vast majority of folks in NC are rising to the occasion to help others, there are a few heartless criminals trying to exploit people's fears.


created_at: 2020-03-31T21:01:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: In addition to partnering with @NC_Governor on today's executive order, I want to mention a few other actions that my office has taken in recent days.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:57:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  Notwithstanding these positive steps, government action is necessary to bring uniformity and clarity on these issues so we can better protect the hundreds of thousands of NCians who are now financially struggling because of this unprecedented economic crisis.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:54:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  Duke Energy has pledged to keep services on for customers, regardless of payment. More than 550 telecom companies have pledged to keep Americans connected. Many NC banks are deferring payments, modifying loans, waiving fees and penalties, and pausing foreclosures.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:53:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  The industries affected by today's order,  power, water, natural gas, lending and telecommunications, are necessary to life. I want to recognize that many businesses in these sectors have already been doing right by their customers during this crisis.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:50:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@JoshStein_: But this relief isn't just compassionate and appropriate, it will help protect all North Carolinians. Now is no time for people to be without water to wash their hands or forced into crowded temporary living quarters.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:48:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: I thank @NC_Governor for issuing this executive order to provide some much-needed breathing room for people who are doing their best to scramble to make ends meet.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:46:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_:  We are encouraging banks and mortgage servicers to be flexible with homeowners and other borrowers. And we are encouraging telecommunication providers to keep their customers connected in these trying times.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:45:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: With this executive order, we are prohibiting utilities from shutting off services, charging late fees and charging reconnection fees. We are encouraging landlords to work with their tenants, not evict them.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:44:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: Today's executive order is about taking strong action to provide needed relief to these North Carolinians. People who are struggling financially through no fault of their own.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:42:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: These are people who serve us at restaurants. They fly us on airplanes and greet us at hotels. They produce and sell our clothing. They manufacture the products we use each day. They do these things and so much more. They're our neighbors and they need our help.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:40:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: In just the last two weeks, this insidious virus has forced businesses to lay off more than 300,000 people. Just think about that number . . . it's massive. It's orders of magnitude worse than those from the great recession.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:38:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: But this crisis is not only taking a toll on our physical well-being, but it is also affecting our economic well-being. This past Sunday alone, more than 20,000 North Carolinians filed for unemployment.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:37:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: For the most part, we have been appropriately focused on the health and well-being of people. That's why @NC_Governor has taken a number of important actions to date to preserve the public's health.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:36:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
. @JoshStein_: Good afternoon. I want to begin by thanking the people all across our state for their hard work in guiding us through this unprecedented crisis.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:33:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Thank you for your support of the State Emergency Response Team. Your personal actions to stay home, stay distanced and stop the spread will help save lives. With your help, we will all get through this.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:32:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Making sure your household is accurately counted in the census is important in so many ways – to ensure your community, and our state gets the right federal resources over the next decade.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:32:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: It only takes about 10 minutes to complete the online form at http://my2020census.gov


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:32:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: While you are staying at home, remember to complete your 2020 census form.   Tomorrow is National Census Day, and you can participate at home with your family and children.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:31:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: You can get more important information by dialing 2-1-1 – or by texting COVIDNC to 898211 to receive regular text updates.  Nearly 60,000 people are now receiving texts.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:31:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: All current FNS recipients will get the maximum amount for their household size in March and April.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:31:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Obtaining food is an issue for many families right now – and 2-1-1 can help with food resources. To help families access food, North Carolina is temporarily increasing benefits for Food and Nutrition Services recipients during this pandemic.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:30:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: North Carolina 2-1-1 continues to help hundreds of people each day who have needs relating to the coronavirus.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:30:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: If we all do our best to stay home, and maintain social distance, these calls will not be necessary.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:30:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: I want to remind all North Carolinians to call 9-1-1 only in the event of a true emergency. 9-1-1 centers are extremely busy at this time.  Please do not call 9-1-1 to report instances where you think social distancing is not being observed.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:29:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: If you are a retired or former medical professional who would like to volunteer, you can register online at http://terms.ncem.org


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:29:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Our efforts to recruit, register and screen disaster medical volunteers, including retired doctors, nurses and other medical professionals are ongoing. Nearly 1200 people have registered and more than 600 are now approved and at work.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:29:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: These additional warehouse and transportation crews and engineers will be on duty by this weekend. They will also provide cargo trucks and Humvees to help with supply distribution.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:28:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: As you heard the Governor say, more National Guard personnel are being activated to help with movement and distribution of supplies, and with assessing buildings for use as overflow medical facilities.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:28:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Our logistics and sourcing teams continue to work aggressively every day to locate more personal protective equipment. Our orders so far total about $95.8 million and the teams are continuing to find and buy.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:28:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: While these supplies from the National Stockpile are extremely helpful – we still need more.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:27:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Those supplies are being quickly turned around and sent out to medical providers and first responders across the state, through our eight regional healthcare coalitions.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:27:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: This shipment from the federal government includes more personal protective equipment like masks, gloves, gowns and face shields.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:27:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Yesterday, we began receiving our third allocation of supplies from the Strategic National Stockpile.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:26:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: 58 counties have their local emergency operations centers activated. 97 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have declared local states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:25:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Good afternoon. Today is day 22 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the COVID-19 response.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:25:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Thank you for all you are doing to save lives by staying home. And thanks to the many doctors, nurses and other clinicians who are doing the hard work every day to care for our friends and family.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:25:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We have a powerful weapon against the virus – social distancing. And we have a Governor willing to take bold actions to keep us safe.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:24:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: While there is a lot we continue to learn about COVID-19, we are not walking blindly. We can look to other countries and states to understand the impact of the disease and how to slow the spread. We have time-tested, validated tools to monitor impact in NC.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:24:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: While testing will continue to be important, now that we have widespread community transmission, testing will only provide a limited picture. So, we are building on our evidence-based system to track flu to get a more comprehensive picture of COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:23:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Yesterday, our state epidemiologist Dr. Zack Moore held a press briefing to talk about how we will be employing a robust surveillance system to understand COVID-19 in our state.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:22:47+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Our goal is transparency. We continue to try to find the right balance between expediency and accuracy. And . . . if someone could figure out how to put more hours in the day, that would help too.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:22:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: For example, later today you will be able to get information on supply requests. There’s more detailed information on the number of cases per day over time and on hospitalizations by region. We continue to add additional data points throughout the week.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:21:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: All of this data and more are now on our COVID-19 dashboard at http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:21:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen:•    3,223 ICU beds in the state and 793 are empty (25%). This also does not yet include surge and is based on 84% of hospitals reporting.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:20:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: These numbers do not include surge. We are working with our hospitals right now to plan out what their maximum surge capacity is and will be sharing those numbers as they report back on just how far they can stretch their capacity.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:19:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: • 23,106 completed tests across the state from labs that have reported their negative tests, not all do • 8,441 tests pending • 17,572 in-patient hospital beds in the state and 7,024 are empty (40%). These numbers are based on 84% of hospitals reporting.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:18:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I’ll start with a run-down of the numbers. As of this morning: • 1498 Cases • 77 Counties • 47 Median Age. This is the median age of people who tested positive.  • 157 current hospitalizations  • 8 deaths • 23,106 completed tests across the state


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:16:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Sign language is provided by Monica McGee and Lee Williamson. And behind the scenes, Spanish language interpretation is provided by Jackie Metivier and Jasmine Metivier.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:16:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I also have Mike Sprayberry, Director of Emergency Management; Erik Hooks, Secretary of the Department of Public Safety. And Attorney General Josh Stein.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:15:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I did not have a chance to thank one doctor in particular though. That is Dr. Cohen, and she deserves a big thank you for all of her efforts.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:14:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Today I’m joined by Dr. Mandy Cohen, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Yesterday was National Doctor Day, and I thanked our doctors, nurses and healthcare workers for their service.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:14:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Helping each other through this is how we will achieve victory. This virus may be tearing through our state right now, but it won’t tear through the bonds we share with each other.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:14:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Every time I’ve spoken from this podium, I have encouraged North Carolinians to look out for each other in the face of this crisis. Today, I am honored to sign an order that does just that.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:13:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: As we settle into a new rhythm of life, please know that if we all do our part we’ll get through these times. The decisions we’re making to battle this invisible enemy have not been easy. But they are necessary to save lives.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:13:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: That’s tomorrow, April 1. Food supplies remain strong, so just buy what you need so that there’s enough for everyone.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:13:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I continue to ask that you be mindful of families who need food and avoid overbuying at the grocery store, particularly tomorrow and this week. Federal food assistance for families in need comes in at the first of the month.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:13:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: That’s not enough, and we are pushing to get these orders filled any way we can. We’re searching high and low to get medical supplies from other sources, and we’ll keep pushing until we get what we need.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:12:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: And as with every day, we continue to push for more medical supplies like protective gear for health care workers. To date, North Carolina has received 17.6 percent of what it’s asked for from the Strategic National Supply.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:12:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: These additional guard servicemembers will help get supplies where they’re needed as quickly as possible and conduct engineering assessments should we need to begin building alternative hospital facilities.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:12:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I've activated additional National Guard personnel for state active duty, bringing our total by the weekend to 180.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:11:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: These protections will help families stay in their homes and keep vital services like electricity, water, and communications going as we #StayatHome.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:10:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: People should pay their bills, and the vast majority want to and do. But during this crisis, some just don’t have enough money.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:10:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: In consultation with Attorney General Josh Stein, who is here with us today, this order strongly encourages the delay of any evictions that had already been entered.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:10:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: And at the outset of this pandemic, Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley took the important step to stop newly entered evictions from moving forward. I am grateful for her swift action and I know many families are too.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:09:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Households are already getting help in other ways. The State of Emergency I declared outlaws price gouging.  Those unemployment benefits I mentioned earlier will start going out this week.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:09:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I appreciate companies like Duke Energy, Dominion Energy, AT&T, Spectrum, local electric co-ops and many others for already announcing policies to prevent shutoffs. I know there are too many companies to name, but I commend them for doing the right thing.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:08:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: This order encourages banks not to charge customers for overdraft fees, late fees and other penalties. The order is in effect for 60 days, and we will be able to re-evaluate where we are in the arc of this pandemic to determine if protections are needed longer.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:08:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Today’s action orders that electric, gas, water and wastewater services can’t be shut off for the next 60 days. Telecommunication companies that provide phone, cable and internet services are strongly urged to follow these same rules.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:07:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: This action is particularly important since tomorrow is the first of the month, and I know that’s a date many families fear when they can’t make ends meet.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:07:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Today, I have signed an executive order to prohibit utilities from shutting off service to people who are unable to pay.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:06:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Help for small businesses is on the way along with federal stimulus checks. But we know we’ll have to do more. Now we are taking another step to help families.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:05:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: That’s why I took action to make unemployment benefits more widely available. With the federal boost of $600 a week, it can help keep people afloat who’ve lost their jobs.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:05:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: You only have to turn on the TV or glance at your iPhone to see what happens when hospitals get more cases than they can handle. I know our economy has taken a hit and so have the finances of people across North Carolina.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:04:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Staying home slows the spread of this illness. It lets our hospitals and healthcare workers keep up with the demand. If we don’t slow the spread and flatten the curve, our medical system will be stretched beyond its capacity.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:04:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Prevention means maintaining physical distance from each other, washing hands, coughing into the elbow. Those simple things can save lives, including your own. It’s vitally important that everyone take this order seriously and obey it. Don’t let down your guard.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:02:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: As a state, I know we are keeping their families and loved ones in our prayers. Our Stay At Home order is in effect now. I know it’s hard, but prevention is still the single most important thing you can do right now.


created_at: 2020-03-31T20:01:53+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Good afternoon. Thank you for joining today’s update on COVID-19 in North Carolina. As of this morning, we have 1,498 confirmed positive cases and unfortunately, this virus has now taken the lives of eight North Carolinians.


created_at: 2020-03-31T19:58:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
The briefing will begin soon. Watch it here: https://www.ncdps.gov/storm-update #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245033411225554946


created_at: 2020-03-31T19:46:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
We are excited about Census Day (April 1) and encourage everyone to #MakeNCCount by registering for the 2020 Census. Just a note, April 1 is not the deadline, but a reference date to help determine where you should be counted. There's plenty of time to respond!


created_at: 2020-03-31T19:41:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to the @NCNationalGuard and other state agencies who are helping receive, prepare and ship medical equipment. Yesterday, logistics experts unloaded medical supplies from the Strategic National Stockpile for distribution to health professionals. #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245073649524183042/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T18:24:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Experimenta síntomas leves de #COVID19NC como tos y fiebre?  @CDCgov recomienda quedarse en casa y llamar a su doctor. Salir para hacerse la prueba puede exponer a los demás. 🤒Entérese de estos hechos para saber qué hacer. https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/documents/files/covid-19/C19-PatientGuidance-3.23.20-FINAL--003-.pdf https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245054360813547521/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T18:01:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Experiencing mild #COVID19NC symptoms like coughing and fever? @CDCgov recommends staying home and calling your doctor. Going out to get tested can expose others. 🤒Check out these facts so you know what to do. https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/documents/files/covid-19/C19-PatientGuidance-3.23.20-FINAL--003-.pdf https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245048477110984705/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T17:31:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
While you're at home, fill out your census. NC census data can impact federal funding used to recover from disasters. April 1 is the deadline. Register online at http://www.2020census.gov or call 844-330-2020. It only takes a few minutes. Do your part! #MakeNCCount. https://twitter.com/NCCensus/status/1243184937626488835


created_at: 2020-03-31T17:01:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and members of the Coronavirus Task Force will hold a briefing on #COVID19NC updates at 4 p.m. today. View the live stream in English and Spanish here: https://www.ncdps.gov/storm-update. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1245033411225554946/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T16:20:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
➡️Información: http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus ☎️Para preguntas #COVID19NC, marque 2-1-1 o 888-892-1162 📱Regístrese para recibir actualizaciones enviando el texto: COVIDNC al 898211📃Preguntas Frecuentas por La Orden Quedar en Hogar en Carolina del Norte: https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/documents/files/covid-19/SPANISH_FAQs_EO_121.pdf


created_at: 2020-03-31T16:15:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Need info on #COVID19NC? Here are some resources.💻 Info: http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus ☎️ For COVID-19 questions, dial 2-1-1 or 888-892-1162 📱 Sign up for updates by texting COVIDNC to 898211📃 Stay at Home Order FAQ: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf


created_at: 2020-03-31T15:04:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
A message from the @NCSHP on traffic stops during #COVID19NC. Remember to only call 911 or *47 (*HP) when there is an emergency. ❓For COVID-19 questions, call 2-1-1. 👩‍⚕️For medical advice, call your doctor/local health department. https://twitter.com/NCSHP/status/1244996480211062784


created_at: 2020-03-31T14:01:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Si se siente enfermo:• Manténgase en casa y llame a su doctor.• Auto aíslese.• Manténgase informado.Obtenga información confiable sobre #COVID19NC en http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244988113883201536/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T13:45:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
If you feel sick with COVID-19 or think you might have it, here are some steps you can take:• Stay home and call your doctor.• Isolate yourself.• Stay informed. Get reliable info on #COVID19NC at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244984060818206720/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T12:56:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🚫 Mandados innecesarios y grupos de más de 10 personas están prohibidoshttp://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus


created_at: 2020-03-31T12:56:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
A partir de las 5 p.m., lunes 30 de marzo, la orden de permanecer en casa (NC #StayatHome Order) dice:✔️ puede salir para el trabajo esencial, para cuidar de los demás, obtener comida, buscar atención médica✔️ En los viajes necesarios, mantenga la distancia de más de 6 pies


created_at: 2020-03-31T12:45:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Mental health professionals are able to offer telehealth services to help individuals with their emotional or social wellness. Seek help if you need it. Learn more here: https://www.newsobserver.com/news/coronavirus/article241560641.html.


created_at: 2020-03-31T11:30:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
REMINDERNC #StayAtHome Order says:✔️ Can go out for essential work, to take care of others, get food, seek medical care✔️ On necessary trips, keep distance of 6+ feet🚫 Unnecessary errands & groups of 10+ prohibitedhttp://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus#StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244950115019825152/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-31T02:18:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
To help families access food during the #COVID19 pandemic, NCDHHS is temporarily increasing benefits for March & April to current Food and Nutrition Services recipients in NC. Learn more about this and other changes for FNS beneficiaries due to #COVID19NC. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/families-receive-enhanced-benefits-ensure-food-access https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244811399051829251/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T22:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Agradecemos a doctores, enfermeras, personal de respuesta inicial y a muchos más que trabajan en líneas frontales contra #COVID19NC. ¡Son nuestros superhéroes! #NationalDoctorsDay https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244753799551627264/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T22:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to the doctors, nurses, hospital staff, first responders and many more who are working at the front lines of #COVID19NC. You are our superheroes! #NationalDoctorsDay https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244753799438270470/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T21:12:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¡No lo olvide! Para ayudar a retrasar la propagación #SlowTheSpread del #COVID19NC,  AHORA comienza (5 p.m., 30 de marzo), en todo el estado, la Orden de Quedarse en Casa. Averigüe más en:  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244734154299846658/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T21:00:38+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Don’t forget! To help #SlowTheSpread of #COVID19NC, a Statewide Stay at Home order begins NOW (5 p.m., March 30). You can read the full executive order, FAQs and get information on how to list your business as an essential service here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29.#StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244731282388549633/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T20:00:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Es trabajador de importancia crítica y necesita servicio de cuidado infantil? NC ha lanzado una línea telefónica para ayudar a estos trabajadores a enlazarse con centros de cuidado infantil, desde bebés, hasta niños de 12 años. 📞 888-600-1685, de lunes a viernes (de 8 am-5 pm)


created_at: 2020-03-30T19:45:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Are you a critical care worker in need of child care? NC has launched a hotline to help these workers connect with child care for infants through age 12. For information about local options, call 888-600-1685, Monday through Friday (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244712312197578761/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T19:30:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Mayor información aquí: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New/Coronavirus-Information-for-Child-Care/march-26-covid-19-emergency-child-care-operations-and-financing-guidance?fbclid=IwAR3Mcyux58UqX5bS3dAjm5W-QN6hDAX5LGLRSvY_BRPJp80ibUNcaUOkjjY


created_at: 2020-03-30T19:28:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Atención centros de cuidado infantil Si desean mantener sus puertas abiertas después del 31 de marzo, deben llenar una Solicitud de Proveedor de Cuidado Infantil de Emergencia por COVID-19. Las solicitudes deben entregarse antes de las 11:59 p.m. del 31 de marzo.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:33:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Thanks to Director Sprayberry and to everyone for their attention. I know more questions will come along. Again, for National Doctors Day, thank you to all the doctors out there. You are heroes. We are working hard for you and for all North Carolinians.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:30:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: If you see something that looks off or could be harmful to others, say something. We are all in this together. We will get through this as a community and as a state.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:28:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: As consumers, we are expecting folks to stay at home unless you are getting groceries, picking up medications or taking a walk outside. Essential businesses that continue to stay open need to practice those social distancing measures.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:26:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We have many rural areas without as many hospital resources in this state. We have a population comprised of older folks at higher risk. We have to tailor our solutions to our state to make sure we are protecting North Carolinians in the best way possible.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:25:10+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: It is hard to predict a precise peak in North Carolina. We are going to learn more in the coming days and weeks to better understand this virus with our government, medical and community partners.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:21:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Thank you for your support of the State Emergency Response Team. The team is working hard every day to help slow the spread of COVID-19. With your cooperation by following the social distancing guidelines, we will get through this together.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:21:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: More than 56,000 people are already receiving regular coronavirus text updates from 2-1-1.  Just text COVIDNC to 898211 to begin receiving regular updates.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:20:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: By dialing 2-1-1, you can also get help with food assistance and paying rent and utilities.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:20:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: North Carolina 2-1-1 continues to help hundreds of people each day with assistance and information related to the coronavirus. Over the weekend, top caller needs included motel payment assistance, closure of government offices and COVID-19 control.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:20:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: If you are a retired or former medical professional who would like to volunteer, you can begin the process by registering online at http://terms.ncem.org


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:19:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: More than 1,600 individuals have already registered to be medical volunteers, and are currently being vetted prior to assignment. About 500 personnel have been approved so far.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:19:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: We are also working to register and screen disaster medical volunteers, including retired doctors, nurses and other medical professionals.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:19:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: We have placed orders so far totaling about $92 million – and some of those non-medical supplies are now starting to arrive.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:18:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: The National Stockpile is not our only source of these supplies. We have a team working to source and purchase as much as we can on the private market.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:18:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: · 38% of requested N-95 masks · 91% of procedure masks · 32% of gloves · 14% of gowns · 16% of face shields · & less than 1% of requested coveralls


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:17:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: In the first two shipments, we received enough to cover these percentages of the requested items:


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:15:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: We have requested a half-million of each of the following items from the stockpile:  N-95 masks, procedure masks, gowns, gloves, face shields and coveralls.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:14:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: We are expecting those supplies to arrive on several trucks today and tomorrow.  We have received two other shipments from the national stockpile over the past two weeks.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:14:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Today, we are receiving our third shipment of personal protective equipment from the Strategic National Stockpile.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:14:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: We are continuing to work aggressively every day to locate and acquire needed personal protective equipment for our health care workers and first responders – including masks, gloves and gowns.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:13:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Good afternoon. Today is day 21 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the COVID-19 response. 55 counties have their local emergency operations centers activated. 96 counties and one tribe have declared local states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:13:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I am going to end my formal remarks with what I said on Friday. There are many things that are not within our control right now. It’s up to us to act where we can. We can do this. We are strong. And we are in this together.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:13:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Know that the @NC_Governor and I are working day and night to protect you – getting you the protective equipment you need – so you can care for our communities.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:12:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I did want to give a shout out to my fellow physicians on Doctors Day. We are incredibly lucky to have some of the best doctors, nurses and other clinical colleagues here in our state.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:11:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: If you do work for an essential business, we still ask that you practice the most social distancing you possibly can. If it’s not these very limited activities, please stay home.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:11:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: So if you are leaving your house – it really needs to be limited to getting groceries, getting medicines, or going for a walk outside.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:11:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: It can hurt or take our loved ones from us. The only way we win and save as many lives as possible is if we do our part to stay at home. We may be physically apart but in how we fare as individuals, as a community, and as a state, we are more connected than ever.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:10:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I get it – this is really hard. Most of us have never lived through a time when we were collectively called upon to change our entire way of life. In many ways, this is like a war right here at home – and the enemy is this virus.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:09:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: When we don’t have vaccines or treatments, social distancing is the only tool we have to slow the spread of COVID-19 so fewer people get sick at the same time so we do not overwhelm our hospitals.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:09:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We’ve been working on expanding our dashboard and will have a broader set of data available in the next couple of days.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:08:41+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: There are 3,223 ICU beds in the state and 745 are empty (23%). This also does not yet include surge and is based on 64% of hospitals reporting.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:08:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: We are working with our hospitals right now to plan out what their maximum surge capacity is and will be sharing those numbers as they report back on just how far they can stretch their capacity.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:07:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: There are 15,398 in-patient hospital beds in the state and 6,235 are empty (40%). These numbers are based on 64% of hospitals reporting. These numbers does not include surge.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:06:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Sadly, there have been 137 hospitalizations and 6 deaths. 20,864 completed tests across the state from labs have reported their negative tests, not all do. 8,752 tests are pending.


created_at: 2020-03-30T18:03:56+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I’ll start with a run-down of the numbers. As of this morning, there have been 1307 cases across 74 counties in North Carolina. 46 is the median age. This is the median age of people who tested positive.


created_at: 2020-03-30T17:49:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
The briefing will begin soon. Watch it here: https://www.ncdps.gov/storm-update https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244648162113060865


created_at: 2020-03-30T17:20:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🚨Attention child care centers.🚨 If you wish to remain open after March 31, you need to fill out a COVID-19 Emergency Child Care Provider Application. New guidelines take effect April 1.  More info here: https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Whats-New/Coronavirus-Information-for-Child-Care/march-26-covid-19-emergency-child-care-operations-and-financing-guidance.Forms are due by 11:59 p.m. on March 31. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244675778941460483/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T16:39:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Manténgase lo más saludable posible para reducir el riesgo de enfermedad del #COVID19 grave✔️ Coma sano, 🏋️‍♂️, 🛌.✔️ Deje de fumar o vapear✔️ Diabetes o presión arterial alta? Mantenga el azúcar en la sangre o la presión arterial bajo controlhttps://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/managing-health


created_at: 2020-03-30T16:30:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Stay as healthy as possible to reduce risk of severe #COVID19 illness.✔️ Eat healthy, exercise, get rest. This will help you recover if sick✔️Quit smoking or vaping✔️ Diabetes or high blood pressure? Keep blood sugar or blood pressure in controlhttps://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/managing-health https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244663266934173696/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T15:30:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
NC Public Health and Emergency Management officials will provide #COVID19NC updates at 2 p.m.Watch the briefing live in English and Spanish at https://www.ncdps.gov/storm-update. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244648162113060865/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T14:42:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Va a caminar a senderos o a ejercitarse en exteriores?Siga estos pasos para protegerse y retrasar la propagación #SlowTheSpread del #COVID19NC. Recuerde poner en práctica el distanciamiento social manteniéndose, en lo posible, a 6 pies de distancia de los demás. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244636121658769408/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T14:30:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Going for a walk, on a greenway or exercising outdoors?Follow the steps below to protect yourself and #SlowTheSpread of #COVID19NC. Remember to also practice social distancing by staying 6 feet away from others whenever possible. Learn more at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244633033501802499/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T13:48:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @NC_Governor: The first payments for unemployment claims related to COVID-19 will start going out this week. We are working hard to get…


created_at: 2020-03-30T13:06:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Tiene preguntas sobre la Orden? ❓ Lea preguntas frecuentes aquí: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf 👉 Entérese de los hechos sobre el #COVID19NC en http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus


created_at: 2020-03-30T13:06:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Hoy, a las 5 pm, en TODO Carolina del Norte, entra en efecto la Orden del @NC_Governor de Quedarse en Casa. Es necesario que todos se queden en casa para retrasar la propagación #SlowTheSpread del #COVID19NC y para no abrumar a hospitales ni al sector salud. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244611970508230658/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-30T12:20:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Gov. Cooper's Stay at Home order for ALL NC goes into effect at 5 pm today.We need everyone to stay home to #SlowTheSpread of #COVID19NC so hospitals & providers don’t get overwhelmed.❓ Have questions about the order? Read the FAQ: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf#StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244600283788951552/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-29T23:05:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
As #COVID19 cases in NC continue to rise, make sure you know the symptoms and what to do if you develop symptoms. For reliable info on #COVID19NC, visit http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244400210668904448/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-29T23:00:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Mientras los casos de #COVID19 continúan aumentando en Carolina del Norte, asegúrese de conocer los síntomas y saber qué hacer si desarrolla esos síntomas. Para información confiable sobre #COVID19NC, visite: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244399019004170240/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-29T20:05:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Necesita ayuda para encontrar alimentos para su hijo? Envíe un mensaje de texto a COMIDA al 877-877. Se le pedirá que introduzca su dirección. Recibirá un mensaje de texto con la ubicación de los sitios de comida y los horarios de servicio más cercanos. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-texting-tool-access-food-children https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244354907345424385/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-29T20:00:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Need help finding food for your children? Text FOODNC to 877-877. You will be asked to enter your address and will receive a text back with the location of the closest meal sites & serving times. You can also call 211 to help locate meal sites. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-texting-tool-access-food-children #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244353733389099012/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-29T17:00:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Adults 65+ & those w/ an underlying medical condition or severe obesity are at higher risk for severe #COVID19 illness. Pregnant women should be monitored closely since they are at risk for severe viral illness. #StayHome to decrease chance of infection.https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/high-risk-individuals https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244308501033357313/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-29T14:05:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
ICYMI: @JeffGordonWeb and @JimmieJohnson on what we all can do to #SlowtheSpread of #COVID19, including making sure to #StayHomeStayHealthy and visiting http://ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus for reliable info.https://twitter.com/NC_Governor/status/1243163109990285313


created_at: 2020-03-29T13:00:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Beginning 5 p.m., Monday, March 30, NC #StayatHome Order says:✔️ Can go out for essential work, to take care of others, get food, seek medical care✔️ On necessary trips, keep distance of 6+ feet🚫 Unnecessary errands & groups of 10+ prohibitedhttp://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1244248150052929536/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-28T20:40:02+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Thank you to Scott Avett of @theavettbros for encouraging everyone to #StayHome to #SlowtheSpread of #COVID19.#StayHomeSaveLives and visit http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus for reliable info.https://twitter.com/theavettbros/status/1243982523027222528


created_at: 2020-03-28T19:45:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Beginning 5 p.m. 3/30, North Carolinians should #StayHome except to visit essential businesses, exercise outdoors or help a family member or friend. Gatherings of 10+ are banned & everyone should stay 6 ft apart. Find out what will remain open: http://bit.ly/EO121FAQ #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243987493856387072/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-28T17:52:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Stay as healthy as possible to reduce risk of severe #COVID19 illness✔️ Eat healthy, exercise, get rest. This will help you recover if sick✔️Quit smoking or vaping✔️ Diabetes or high blood pressure? Keep blood sugar or blood pressure in controlhttps://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/managing-health https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243959204731289600/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-28T16:17:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@nakylav_linda Hi, we are currently exploring waivers and will announce any changes to Food and Nutrition Services when we have that info. Thanks for reaching out.


created_at: 2020-03-28T15:33:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@devanbarbour @NC_Governor Hi, please see the FAQ: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-03-28T13:59:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Learn more about North Carolina's stay at home order: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29 #COVID19NC #StayHomeSaveLives https://twitter.com/NC_Governor/status/1243878791375716354


created_at: 2020-03-27T22:42:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@meginfj1 @NC_Governor Hi, please read the order and its FAQ for answers to this question: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29. Thank you!


created_at: 2020-03-27T22:39:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Kirsten62226957 @NC_Governor Hi, please see the FAQ for this answer: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-03-27T22:38:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@LisatheInfidel @NCNationalGuard @NC_Governor Hi, please see the FAQ: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-03-27T21:48:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@PhyllisNan @AJPowers89 @NC_Governor Hi - information about executive order 121 can be found here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29. Thanks.


created_at: 2020-03-27T21:05:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@scottwagoner62 @NC_Governor Hi, please see our FAQ for the answer to this question: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-03-27T21:03:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@sci_fi_Fan16 @NC_Governor This Order is valid for 30 days through April 29, 2020 but can be revised or extended. More FAQ here: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:59:09+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@AllieStarnes @DirectorNCEM Hi, the announcement, full order, and FAQ are all accessible here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29. Thanks!


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:58:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@Elizabe57787129 @DirectorNCEM Hi, the announcement, full order, and FAQ are all accessible here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:48:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@sci_fi_Fan16 @NC_Governor This Order is valid for 30 days through April 29, 2020 but can be revised or extended. More info: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:46:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@giaaalright @NC_Governor This Order is valid for 30 days through April 29, 2020 but can be revised or extended. More info here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:46:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@EMDR4U @NC_Governor The announcement, full order, and FAQ about the order are available here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29. This includes a list of essential businesses. Thanks.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:44:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@tr4visr @NC_Governor You can access the announcement, full executive order, and FAQ including essential businesses here: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/governor-cooper-announces-statewide-stay-home-order-until-april-29.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:44:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@tweetsbydakota @NC_Governor This Order is valid for 30 days through April 29, 2020 but can be revised or extended. More FAQ: https://files.nc.gov/governor/documents/files/200327_FAQ-SAH-Order_FINAL.pdf.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:14:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Thank you. I also want to thank the local officials across our state who have been making tough decisions since this outbreak began. And elected and appointed leaders at all levels who are fighting for their communities and this state. We will now take questions.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:14:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM People at the federal, state and local level are working hard to make sure our state is safe. With everyone’s cooperation and positive attitudes, we will all get through this together. Thank you Governor.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:13:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM You can also receive information from 2-1-1 by text. Just text COVIDNC to 898211 to get regular information updates via text.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:13:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM North Carolina 2-1-1 continues to help hundreds of people each day with assistance and information related to the coronavirus. By dialing 2-1-1, people can help with food assistance, paying rent and utilities and basic information.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:13:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We are also working to prepare for the surge of patients expected at our hospitals. We are identifying facilities that can serve as overflow for our hospitals, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is helping prepare facilities.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:13:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Air National Guardsmen are receiving, inventorying and shipping supplies out quickly after they arrive at our warehouses.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:12:59+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We have an expanded team here at the State EOC that continues to work aggressively every day to locate and acquire needed personal protective equipment for our health care workers and first responders – including masks, gloves and gowns.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:12:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Businesses should review the executive order and the FAQ document carefully to determine whether they may continue operations. In cases where a local order and the state order differ, the more restrictive requirement will apply.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:12:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM I want to stress that businesses that are allowed to remain open under the executive order will NOT need to have any extra credential or permit to continue operations.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:12:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM With today’s new executive order, I know there will be a lot of questions. A team of attorneys has worked hard to craft the order and a FAQ document to go with it to explain it as clearly as possible. Available on the NC #COVID19 website at http://NCDHHS.gov/coronavirus.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:11:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Good afternoon. Today is day 18 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the #COVID19 response. 51 counties have their local emergency operations centers activated. 95 counties and one tribe have declared local states of emergency.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:11:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: There are many things that are not within our control right now. It’s up to us to act where we can. We can do this. We are strong. And we are in this together.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:10:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Ask for help if you need it. Many behavioral clinicians in North Carolina are ready to take new patients and provide care over the phone or by video. More information is available on our COVID-19 website under “Managing your overall health.”


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:10:46+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: And let’s give ourselves and our loved ones extra care and patience — take a walk outside, give yourself a break from the news, check in with neighbors, friends and family by phone or video.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:10:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: If you were thinking about quitting smoking, there has never been a better time. Do it now and importantly, don’t vape.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:10:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: So - If you have high blood pressure, work with your doctor to make sure it’s controlled - now.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:09:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: There are other things that you can do to reduce your risks for serious illness. We know that those with underlying lung disease or uncontrolled chronic diseases like diabetes or heart disease and increase someone’s risk for severe symptoms from the virus.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:09:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Remember to wash your hands frequently. Cough into your elbow. And if you feel sick and have mild symptoms, stay home and call your doctor.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:09:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: If you have to be out, staying at least six feet away from other people lessens your chances of catching #COVID19 or infecting someone else.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:09:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Our best weapon is social distancing. What we do today can save lives in the weeks and months to come. The more social distancing actions we take and stick to, the more likely our health care system will be there for everyone who needs it.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:08:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Nobody wants that to happen. The only way to prevent it is for fewer people get sick at the same time – that’s what flattening the curve means.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:08:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Both the North Carolina Medical Society and the North Carolina Healthcare Association, which represent doctors and hospitals across the state, have warned about potential shortages of supplies, equipment and hospital beds.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:08:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: I have heard from many hospitals, physicians and other clinicians about their concerns about that surge in demand and how it could overwhelm their resources and cause suffering and harm.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:08:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: If we do not act preemptively to slow the spread for the virus right now, many people will get sick at the same time which will overwhelm our medical system and compromise their ability to provide care.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:08:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: … At the same time, we don’t have the luxury of time. We must act quickly based on what we do know to slow the spread of the virus.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:08:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: While these early studies don’t give us the complete picture of the virus – they are certainly extremely worrisome. We are aggressively working to learn as much as possible about this virus across the country and here in North Carolina...


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:07:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: Early data from the US paints a similarly concerning picture. The @CDC estimates that between Feb. 12 and March 16, between 21 to 31 percent of people who tested positive for #COVID19 in the US were hospitalized with 4 to 11 percent in intensive care.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:07:44+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen: One only has to look around the world to see the devastating consequences of this virus. The data coming out of Italy and China is sobering. In Italy, 29% of people who tested positive for #COVID19 had severe or critical illness. In China, it was 19%.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:06:37+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Today I am joined by @SecMandyCohen our Secretary of NCDHHS; Mike Sprayberry @DirectorNCEM; and Eric Hooks, Secretary of the Department of Public Safety. Sign language is provided by Nicole Fox.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:05:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Thank you for heeding these orders, and for your patience. And special thanks to our health care workers and their dedication to our state.  We are all grateful for you, we're all praying for you.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:05:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: And even with the uncertainty of these times and the new pace of our lifestyles, we know that the good parts of our lives as North Carolinians will return. We fight this disease now so that we are better able to defeat it in the future.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:05:16+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: But we have to act now in the safest, smartest way when we have the chance to save lives. It is truly a matter of life and death.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:05:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Being apart from family and friends is difficult. Working via conference call or webcam can be frustrating. The sounds of our lives – the school bell or the half-time buzzer – they are gone. Losing your job or closing your business has to be difficult.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:04:29+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I’m fighting for federal and state help for workers, their families, and businesses. We will not forget those who have lost their livelihoods in this crisis.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:04:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Because I have made benefits easier to get with my executive order, we’ve had more than 200,000 unemployment claims filed, with most of them citing this pandemic. The first #COVID19 unemployment benefits will be paid early next week.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:03:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: That’s a difficult situation, so thank you for doing the right thing. And I will do everything in my power to cushion the economic blow.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:03:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: I know this order may lead to even more hardship and heartache. Many of you are already doing what you’re supposed to, even though that means that you’re isolated or you might have lost your job.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:03:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Because no one is immune and there is no vaccination, the best scientifically proven tool we have to slow the spread is keeping our physical distance and staying at home.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:03:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: They didn’t travel anywhere. They weren’t in contact with another known positive. But now they find themselves sick with this virus.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:03:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: North Carolina is now considered by the @CDC to have widespread transmission, meaning that some people who have tested positive don’t know how they got it.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:02:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Consider your family and friends you may infect if you are carrying the virus. We need to keep them safe.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:02:29+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: Even if you don’t think you have to worry about yourself, consider our nurses, doctors, custodial staff & other hospital workers who will be stretched beyond their capacity if we are unable to slow the spread of this disease.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:02:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: These are tough directives, but I need you to take them seriously. Although we are physically apart, we must take this step together in spirit.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:02:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: The order allows essential services to continue, and directs that those businesses that need to remain open use a strong social distancing policy.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:01:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: It bans gatherings of more than 10 people and directs everyone to stay at least six feet away from each other. This is known as social distancing, but really it is physical distancing.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:01:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: This order directs you to stay home unless you need to leave for essentials, such as your job, food, medicine, outdoor exercise, or to help others.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:01:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: To continue our aggressive battle to slow the spread of #COVID19, today I have signed a Stay At Home order for the entire state of North Carolina. Enforcement begins at 5p.m. Monday. It is what we have to do to save lives. It has the force of law.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:00:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor: We have confirmed 764 cases in 61 counties throughout our state. As expected, our numbers continue to increase rapidly. This is a highly contagious virus that can be deadly for some.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:00:27+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Roy Cooper: Good afternoon. Thank you for joining for today’s update on #COVID19 in North Carolina.


created_at: 2020-03-27T20:00:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @NC_Governor: 🔴LIVE NOW: Gov. Cooper Coronavirus Task Force Update - 3/27/2020 https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1OwxWQnMbRjGQ


created_at: 2020-03-27T19:56:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force will give a briefing on #COVID19NC updates at 4 p.m. Watch it live http://ncdps.gov/storm-update https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243628002946285569/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-27T18:50:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¡Prevenga la propagación del #COVID19!Practique el distanciamiento social: manténgase a 6 pies de distancia de los demás. Lávese frecuentemente las manos con agua y jabón.  Limite interacciones sociales.Obtenga información confiable en http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243611431637004289/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-27T18:41:25+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
We know we may sound like a broken record, but...Can't stress it enough. Stay at least 6' away from others. Stay Informed. Stay Healthy. Wash your hands often with soap and water. Often.  #StayHomeSaveLivesGet reliable info on #COVID19NC at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243609084353536001/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-27T16:35:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force will give a briefing on #COVID19NC updates at 4 p.m. Watch it live https://www.ncdps.gov/storm-update https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243577305965957126/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-27T15:56:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📱 Parents: text FOODNC to 877-877 or call 2-1-1 for food help🚗 Give your address, then get nearest site where meals are served/picked-up while schools are closed.✔️Sites are set up across NC for families w/kids up to 18 who rely on free and reduced-price meals at school. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243567594793316352/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-27T12:28:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Social distancing will help us #FlattenTheCurve and save lives. Do your part. Stay home. Stay Healthy. Stay Informed. We're all in this t♥️gether. #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243515168723787777/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-27T00:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Take care of your mental health: ✔️ Get facts from reliable sources✔️ Talk with your family & friends✔️ Stay connected via phone, text, social media or video chat.✔️ Call if you need help. Crisis counseling hotline 1-800-985-5990 avail 24/7 for emotional support. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243334444771049475/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-27T00:20:14+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@diorella_carlo Hi, DHHS is working to explore options about flexibilities related to Food and Nutrition Services. We will share that info when it's available.


created_at: 2020-03-27T00:15:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@carolannemm Hi, please send us a direct message with the info about what program you're referring to.


created_at: 2020-03-27T00:15:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@JoeJurney @andreaweigl The first link above is for our Division of Child Development and Early Education. Here is NCDHHS' information about #COVID19NC: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus


created_at: 2020-03-27T00:11:29+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @ncecf: From @NCDHHS and Child Care Resources & Referral: If you are working at a hospital or are an emergency or first responder and ne…


created_at: 2020-03-27T00:05:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@grndmsterdouche @NCEmergency Hi, please contact @NCCommerce. https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-information


created_at: 2020-03-26T23:32:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@erin_0xendine Critical workers who need child care may call 1-888-600-1685 to receive information about local options for children from infants through age 12. The hotline is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/ncdhhs-announces-hotline-critical-workers-seeking-child-care-options


created_at: 2020-03-26T23:30:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Need info on how to file unemployment? Individuals can find more here https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-information/covid-19-information-individualsEmployers can find info here https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-information/covid-19-information-employers https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243319345146728453/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T23:27:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@LucidDimarco @NC_Governor Please contact @NCCommerce for issues related to unemployment. https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-information


created_at: 2020-03-26T23:23:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
RT @KodyKinsley: Thanks to @tayknopf for highlighting the work we're doing at @ncdhhs with LME/MCOs,  behavioral health & IDD providers & o…


created_at: 2020-03-26T23:22:52+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@andrewbuttery71 @tartabasura @NC_Governor Please contact @NCCommerce about issues related to unemployment. https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-information


created_at: 2020-03-26T23:18:51+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@andrewbuttery71 @tartabasura @NC_Governor Hi, Please contact @NCCommerce about issues related to unemployment.


created_at: 2020-03-26T23:10:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
@travelhonolulu @NC_Governor @ScottAdamsSays Here's some info about testing, symptoms and what to do: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/people-mild-symptoms-should-stay-home-0


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:35:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
* Aún se está a la espera de respuesta para obtener asistencia federal para: brindar ayuda por desempleo a causa de un desastre, asesoramiento para casos de crisis, gestión de casos por desastre y asistencia adicional de la Administración de Pequeños Negocios.


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:35:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Declaración de Desastre Mayor aprobado para Carolina del Norte el 25 de marzo* Permite que agencias gubernamentales soliciten reembolso federal del 75% de los costos que llenen los requisitos de respuesta ante pandemia.


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:35:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
El distanciamiento físico es vital: ¡las acciones de todos sí importan!> Si puede, trabaje desde casa. Si puede, mantenga a los niños en casa.> Si se siente enfermo y presenta síntomas leves, quédese en casa y llame a su doctor.> Quedarse en casa, salva vidas


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:35:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🏥 Estado de los hospitales en Carolina del Norteun total de 10,205 camas de hospital*; 5,119 (50%) están sin ocupación.3,223 camas de cuidados intensivos*; 566 (18%) están sin ocupación.* En base a un 75% de hospitales reportando; no incluye oleadas repentinas.


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:35:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Cifras en Carolina del Norte al 26 de marzo:Casos: 636 casos en 57 condados; 50 hospitalizaciones; 2 fallecimientosPruebas: 15,399 pruebas completadas (no todos los laboratorios reportan pruebas negativas);15,000 pruebas pendientes; edad promedio de quienes dieron positivo= 41


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:19:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Major disaster declaration approved 3/25 for NC*Allows govt agencies to seek federal reimbursement for 75% of eligible costs to respond to pandemic.*Still awaiting response on federal help for: unemployment, crisis counseling, disaster case management & additional help from SBA


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:19:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Physical distancing is vital – everyone’s actions matter!Work from home if you can. Keep children home if you can.If you feel sick & have mild symptoms, stay home & call your doctor.Stay home, save lives (we need fewer people to get sick at the same time).


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:19:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
🏥 NC Hospital Status:10,205 total hospital beds*; 5,119 (50%) are empty.3,223 ICU beds*; 566 (18%) are empty.* Based on 75% of hospitals reporting; does not include surge.


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:19:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
ICYMI: #COVID19NC update from today's media briefing:🤒Cases: 636 cases in 57 counties; 50 hospitalizations; 2 deaths❓Testing: 15,399 completed tests (not all labs report negative tests);15,000 tests pending; median age of those who tested positive= 41.


created_at: 2020-03-26T22:01:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Great reminder to stay active while social distancing and to take a break every now and then to reduce anxiety or stress. https://twitter.com/CDCgov/status/1243259685601456128


created_at: 2020-03-26T20:31:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
El personal puede enlazarlo con gente y grupos que pueden ayudarle con preguntas sobre acceso a alimentos, albergues, atención de salud, empleo y cuidado infantil.Este servicio NO PUEDE proporcionar atención médico directa.


created_at: 2020-03-26T20:31:30+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
☎️Marque 2-1-1 o envíe el texto COVIDNC al 898211 para recibir información gratuita y confidencial, las 24 horas, los 7 días, a fin de encontrar recursos dentro de su comunidad.


created_at: 2020-03-26T20:30:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
☎️Dial 2-1-1 or text COVIDNC to 898211 for free, confidential info 24/7 to help you find resources. They can connect you with people & groups that can help with ❓s about access to food, shelter, health care, employment & child care. They CANNOT provide direct medical service. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243274053961555970/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:29:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - If we are all doing that at home and in our communities -- looking out for each other, we will get through this pandemic together and be okay on the other side. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:28:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - We have a strong team at your state emergency operations center that is working hard to help keep NC safe. I have faith in the team. I tell them each day to have faith in each other – and call their loved ones & check on them.  #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:28:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - You can also receive information from 2-1-1 by text.  Text COVIDNC to 898211 to get regular information updates via text.


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:27:45+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - North Carolina 2-1-1 continues to help hundreds of people each day with assistance and information related to coronavirus. People can get help with food assistance, paying rent and utilities and basic information. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:26:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - As the COVID-19 situation evolves, and our state’s needs change, these requests for assistance could be granted in the future. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:26:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - Some federal assistance that North Carolina requested remains under review.  That includes things like disaster unemployment assistance, crisis counseling, disaster case management and additional assistance from the Small Business Administration.


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:25:32+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - This will allow local governments and state government agencies to seek federal reimbursement for 75 percent of eligible costs in responding to the pandemic. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:24:55+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - Last night, White House and FEMA approved @NC_Governor Cooper’s request for a major disaster declaration for NC for #COVID19.


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:24:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry - 48 counties have local emergency operations centers activated; 95 counties and one tribe have declared local states of emergency. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:24:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dr. Tilson - Your actions matter. We need to work together so fewer people get sick at the same time. Stay home, save lives. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:23:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dr. Tilson - Work from home if you can. Keep your children home from child care if you can. And if you feel sick and have mild symptoms, stay home and call your doctor. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:23:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dr. Tilson - Remember to practice social distancing.You can protect yourself and protect people you love & others in and state who may be at high risk for serious illness from #COVID19 with social distancing. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:23:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Dr. Tilson - With 3/4 of hospitals reporting, 50% of in-patient hospital beds and 18% of ICU beds are empty. Does not include surge. #COVID19NC


created_at: 2020-03-26T18:20:15+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
State Health Director Dr. Betsey Tilson with #COVID19NC update: -636 cases in 57 counties-Avg. age 41-50 hospitalizations, 2 deaths-15,399 completed tests from labs have reported negative tests, not all labs do-15,000+ tests pending


created_at: 2020-03-26T17:46:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
State Health Director Dr. Elizabeth Tilson and .@NCEmergency Management Director Mike Sprayberry will hold a briefing on #COVID19NC and provide updates at 2 p.m. today.Watch the live stream in English or Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/storm-update. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243232893884723202/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T16:34:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¿Experimenta síntomas leves de #COVID19NC como tos y fiebre? @CDCgov recomienda quedarse en casa y llamar a su doctor. Salir a hacerse la prueba puede exponer a los demás. 🤒 Entérese de estos hechos para saber qué hacer.https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/documents/files/covid-19/C19-PatientGuidance_3.24.20-SPA.pdf https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243214831769063424/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T16:30:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Experiencing mild #COVID19NC symptoms like coughing and fever? @CDCgov recommends staying home and calling your doctor. Going out to get tested can expose others. 🤒Check out these facts to help you know what to do.  https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/documents/files/covid-19/C19-PatientGuidance-3.23.20-FINAL--003-.pdf https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243213702632964097/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T15:30:18+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
El distanciamiento social nos ayudará a atenuar la curva  #FlattenTheCurve y salvar vidas. Haga su parte. Estamos en esto todos jun t♥️s. #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243198601385385986/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T15:20:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞Cuándo comunicarse a su doctor o su departamento local de salud: ✔️Si presenta síntomas de COVID19 ✔️Si cree que ha estado expuesto al COVID19 ✔️Si le han diagnosticado COVID19 y sus síntomas empeoran. ✔️Si tiene alguna pregunta médica relacionada con el COVID19 https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243196029463400453/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T15:15:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞Call your doctor/local health department IF you: ✔️ have COVID-19 symptoms. ✔️ believe you have been exposed to COVID-19. ✔️ have been diagnosed with COVID-19 & your symptoms get worse.✔️  have any medical questions pertaining to COVID-19.#COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243194779510464514/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T14:15:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
se necesitan voluntarios para complementar la fuerza laboral de servicios de salud en Carolina del Norte para ayudar en:👨‍⚕️ Clínicas- médicos, enfermeras💊 Apoyo clínico📂 Apoyo no clínicoRegístrese en http://terms.ncem.orgLea más en:https://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/Volunteer-as-Health-Care-Worker.pdf https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243179680951345153/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T14:10:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for NC's health care workforce in #COVID19NCRegister at http://terms.ncem.org for: 👨‍⚕️ Clinical- doctors, nurses, EMS💊 Clinical support- pharmacy, imaging & respiratory care📂 Other- facility maintenance, safety & adminhttps://files.nc.gov/ncdhhs/Volunteer-as-Health-Care-Worker.pdf https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243178412681891842/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T13:23:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Social distancing will help us #FlattenTheCurve and save lives. Do your part. We're all in this t♥️gether. #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243166634501603330/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-26T12:55:26+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
ICYMI: Get the facts on what North Carolina is doing to respond to #COVID19NC. You can watch each of the media briefings from @NC_Governor, state health, education and emergency officials here. https://www.unctv.org/coronavirus/ https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1243159627136749574/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T21:26:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
How North Carolinians are coming T❤️gether:✔️Teachers are finding ways to creatively engage students.✔️People are grocery shopping for high-risk neighbors who are staying at home.✔️Hundreds of health care professionals answering call for volunteers.


created_at: 2020-03-25T21:26:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
3. Getting food to kids by working with school districts, food banks & faith-based entities. Served 2.4M meals since 3/15.4. Pharmacy and medical boards are protecting medication resources.


created_at: 2020-03-25T21:26:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
⭐⭐Positive developments in the fight against COVID-19:1. Changed policies for NC Medicaid providers to increase access to telemedicine so patients can access care.2. Launched child care hotline for children of critical workers. In 4 days connected 450+ families to child care


created_at: 2020-03-25T21:26:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
😷 Donations of personal protective equipment (ie. gloves, masks, etc.) are coming in. To donate supplies email BEOC at http://ow.ly/LQhf50yVQIm.


created_at: 2020-03-25T21:26:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
👍Individual actions make a difference! We ALL need to do our part to slow the spread.📞 Help is available. Behavioral clinicians can take new patients and provide care by phone or video.http://ow.ly/byhs50yVQIl


created_at: 2020-03-25T21:26:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
❗ TAKE STEPS NOW to prevent spike in cases that could overwhelm medical system:>Stay home when you can>Maximize social distancing>Businesses should get telework plans in place now!>Keep kids home from child care if you can>If sick w/mild symptoms, stay home & call your doc


created_at: 2020-03-25T21:26:19+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Key points from today's #COVID19NC update:504 cases of COVID19 in North Carolina as of this morn. Completed 12,000+ tests, 15,000 pending.Sadly, NC has first two deaths due to COVID-19.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:12:35+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Roy Cooper: We are continuing to prepare. Continuing to be ready. Continuing to work to save lives. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:11:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM You can also receive information from 2-1-1 by text. Just text COVIDNC to 898211 to get regular information updates via text. Thank you to all of our local partners. One team, one nation.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:11:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM North Carolina 2-1-1 is helping hundreds of people each day with assistance and information related to the Coronavirus. By dialing 2-1-1, people can help with food assistance, paying rent and utilities, support for families or just basic information.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:11:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We have also initiated weekly call with North Carolina’s military bases to make sure they are coordinated with the state’s #COVID19 response.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:10:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Helping our public health partners & hospitals prepare for large expected numbers of #COVID19 patients is also a top priority. We’re working with the Office of EMS to identify additional hospital beds to be available once the regular hospital beds are filled.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:10:22+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Donations of personal protective equipment like gloves and masks are coming in, and those are greatly appreciated. If you have supplies you would like to donate, you can send an email to our Business Emergency Operations Center to BEOC@ncdps.gov.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:10:12+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM We have increased the size of the sourcing team that is working to locate and order those supplies and we have also increased the size of the Air National Guard logistics team that is helping to receive, and redistribute those supplies as soon as they arrive.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:09:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Our top priority here for the State Emergency Response Team remains getting critical personal protective equipment that our health care providers need. Yesterday we placed orders for $12.6M in PPE bringing to total amount ordered so far $65.9M.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:09:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM 48 counties have their local emergency operations centers activated. 94 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have declared local states of Emergency.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:09:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Mike Sprayberry: Good afternoon. Today is day 16 of the State Emergency Operations Center activation for the #COVID19 response.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:09:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen And help is there if you need it. Many behavioral clinicians in NC are ready to take new patients and provide care over the phone or by video. More information is available on our COVID-19 website under “Managing your overall health.” Stay well.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:08:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen Even as we physically distance ourselves, it’s how we come together that will see us through this.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:08:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen I see teachers finding ways to creatively engage their students. I see people grocery shopping for their high-risk neighbors who are rightly staying at home. I see hundreds of health care professionals answering our call for volunteers.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:08:34+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen No doubt there are a lot of challenges – our new reality of social distancing is. I know we will get through this. I already see us pulling together.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:08:11+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We are also getting food to children. Our public school districts – many working with community partners such as food banks and faith-based entities – have served 2.4 million meals and 32,000 snacks since March 15.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:07:50+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen We’ve launched a hotline in partnership with NC Child Care Resource and Referral network to provide child care options for children of critical workers who do not have access to typical care because of #COVID19 closures.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:07:39+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen I also wanted to share some positive developments in our fight against #COVID19. We’ve made numerous policy changes for Medicaid providers to really ramp up access to telemedicine which allow patients to access the care they need.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:07:28+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen If you feel sick and have mild symptoms, stay home and call your doctor. Your individual actions will help us slow the spread of this virus.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:07:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen I ask that my fellow North Carolinians hear our request to maximize your social distancing. Our mandates are the minimum and hope you are going beyond them to protect our communities. If you can telework, please telework.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:06:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen As the Governor said, this is a sad reminder about why we have been aggressive in our social distancing measures. Unfortunately, we will likely see more deaths in North Carolina before this pandemic runs its course.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:06:17+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@SecMandyCohen Thank you Governor. I want to extend my sympathies to the families who lost loved ones.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:06:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor I’m joined today by Dr. Mandy Cohen, Secretary of Department of Health and Human Services; Mike Sprayberry, Director of Emergency Management; Eric Hooks, Secretary of the Department of Public Safety.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:05:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Today we join together as a state to keep those who are mourning in our prayers. Let’s also commit to doing our part to slow the spread of this deadly virus. In doing so, we honor their lives while we protect our communities.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:05:23+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor I want to again thank our health care workers who are showing us what courage means. You do your jobs every day, even in the face of a pandemic, to keep us healthy. And save our lives. Our state is grateful for you.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:04:57+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Stay at home when you can. Practice social distancing wherever you are. If you are a business, and haven’t done so yet, get your social distancing and telework plans in place now. Do not wait. You owe it to your employees.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:04:36+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor There are also important steps we can take right now to prevent a spike in cases that could overwhelm our medical system.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:03:49+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor These actions were difficult, but necessary to slow the spread of #COVID19. We know that further action to protect our state will be necessary.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:03:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor In the last few weeks, I’ve taken significant statewide actions to slow the spread. We closed schools, banned social gatherings, closed numerous businesses that can increase the spread of the virus, limited nursing home visits and encouraged people to stay home.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:03:05+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Today is a stark reminder that we must take this disease seriously. All of us. This virus can be deadly, and that’s why our daily lives have had to change so dramatically.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:02:48+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor And it’s awful for their families who know their loved ones are suffering but because of this cruel and contagious sickness cannot even be with them.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:02:33+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor We know today that a number of patients who are currently hospitalized are seriously ill, and some in critical condition. They are fighting for their lives.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:02:24+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor This is a difficult time for the families, and I ask that media and the community please respect their privacy as they mourn.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:02:13+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor One person was from Cabarrus county, in his late seventies and had several underlying medical conditions. The other lives in Virginia but was traveling through our state, hospitalized in Cabarrus county and in his sixties.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:01:43+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Earlier today we shared that North Carolina has counted our first deaths Covid-19 deaths. It’s with a heavy heart I must tell you these will not be our last.


created_at: 2020-03-25T18:01:21+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor Roy Cooper: Good afternoon. Thank you for joining us. As of this morning, we have 504 cases of the new Coronavirus COVID-19 in 53 counties in NC. We have completed more than 12,000 tests and have almost 15,000 pending.


created_at: 2020-03-25T17:01:42+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@NC_Governor and Coronavirus Task Force members will hold a briefing on #COVID19NC and provide updates at 2 p.m. today.Watch the live stream in English or Spanish at http://ncdps.gov/storm-update. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242859214994919424/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T16:24:00+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Those at higher risk of getting very sick from #COVID19NC include: * In same house with diagnosed * 65+ years old * underlying health conditions -ie lung/heart/liver disease, asthma* poor immunity  * severely obese (BMI of 40+)  Take action. Reduce your risk. Stay healthy https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242849728389361665/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T14:25:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Los padres, familiares y otros adultos de confianza pueden jugar un papel importante para ayudar a que los niños encuentren sentido a lo que escuchan sobre #COVID19, de una manera que sea honesta, precisa y que minimice la ansiedad y temor.https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242819795935989760/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T14:20:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Children need adults to help them make sense of what they hear about #COVID19NC in an honest, accurate way that minimizes fear. Be calm & reassuringListen & let kids ask questionsLimit screen time on COVID-19Provide honest, age-appropriate info http://ow.ly/3Nwf50yVemh https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242818536189431808/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T13:35:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
¡Prevenga la propagación del #COVID19NCPractique el distanciamiento social: manténgase a 6 pies de distancia de los demás.Lávese frecuentemente las manos con agua y jabón.  Limite interacciones sociales.Obtenga información confiable sobre http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242807213196017664/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T13:25:04+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Prevent the spread of #COVID19NC !Practice social distancing: stay 6-feet away from other people. Wash your hands often with soap and water.Limit social interactions.Get reliable info on #COVID19NC at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242804697729302534/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T12:48:06+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞Cuándo comunicarse a su doctor o su departamento local de salud:- Si presenta síntomas de COVID-19.- Si cree que ha estado expuesto al COVID-19.- Si le han diagnosticado COVID-19 y sus síntomas empeoran.- Si tiene alguna pregunta médica relacionada con el COVID-19. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242795393865392128/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T12:25:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞Cuándo comunicarse a su doctor o su departamento local de salud: - Si presenta síntomas de COVID19 - Si cree que ha estado expuesto al COVID19 - Si le han diagnosticado COVID19 y sus síntomas empeoran - Si tiene alguna pregunta médica relacionada con el COVID19#COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242789594560483331/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T12:15:07+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
📞When to call your doctor/provider: ✔️If you have COVID-19 symptoms ✔️If you believe you've been exposed to COVID-19 ✔️If you have been diagnosed and your symptoms worsen✔️ If you have any medical questions pertaining to COVID-19#COVID19NChttp://ow.ly/9QJz50yVcpO. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242787092507299840/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-25T11:19:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
#COVID19NC 3/24 wrapup✔️ @NC_Governor seeks Major Disaster Dec📞@ncdhhs hotline for critical workers seeking childcare 🏫 Gov directs $ to schools to teach/feed kids  ⚕️ If you have mild symptoms of COVID, stay home, call doc🚚NC got supplies Tues but trying to buy more


created_at: 2020-03-24T23:00:31+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
To test or not to test? If you have COVID19 symptoms, call your doctor first. Most people do not need a test. Leaving your home to get tested exposes you and others.Get reliable info on #COVID19NC at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242587125385658369/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-24T21:11:58+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
Children are not at a higher risk of getting COVID19. Follow these guidelines from @CDCgov to prevent sickness. https://twitter.com/CDCgov/status/1242551370403794944


created_at: 2020-03-24T19:34:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@ncdhhs has partnered with the NC Child Care Resource and Referral to launch a hotline to help critical workers find child care options. Workers who need care can call 1-888-600-1685 (8 am - 5 pm) to find options for infants - age 12. More at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/news/press-releases/ncdhhs-announces-hotline-critical-workers-seeking-child-care-options #COVID19NC https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242535322891833345/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-24T18:47:03+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
What’s the difference?A person should quarantine (stay inside) if they were exposed to a person with #COVID19 but are not experiencing symptoms. A person is in isolation if they have been confirmed to have COVID-19. Get reliable info on #COVID19NC at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus. https://twitter.com/ncdhhs/status/1242523338125295618/photo/1


created_at: 2020-03-24T18:18:01+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM You can also receive information from 2-1-1 by text. Just text COVIDNC to 898211 to get regular information updates via text. Thank you.


created_at: 2020-03-24T18:17:40+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM North Carolina 211 continues to help hundreds of people each day with assistance and information related to #COVID19. By dialing 211, people can help with needs like food assistance, assistance with paying rent & utilities, support for families or just basic info.


created_at: 2020-03-24T18:17:20+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM … helping our public health partners and hospitals prepare for large expected numbers of Coronavirus patients and sharing information with our internal and external partners.


created_at: 2020-03-24T18:17:08+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
full_text:
.@DirectorNCEM Our priorities for the State Emergency Response Team include sourcing critical supplies, making sure we have the personnel and equipment needed to respond to #COVID19...


created_at: 2020-03-24T18:16:54+00:00
State: North Carolina
Abbreviation: NC
State Health Department: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Twitter Handle: ncdhhs
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.@DirectorNCEM We greatly appreciate the donations of personal protective supplies that are coming in from corporations and individuals. If you have supplies you would like to donate, you can send an email to our Business Emergency Operations Center at BEOC@ncdps.gov.


