Students are back in classrooms across NC, bringing new routines, friendships and challenges.
One challenge too many students face is bullying. It's more than "kids being kids." Bullying can affect learning, safety and health.
With awareness and action, schools, parents and students can work together to spot it and stop it.
What Bulling Looks LikeBullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that often occurs repeatedly. It can be:
Did you know alcohol use leads to thousands of emergency room visits and deaths in North Carolina each year?
Drinking too much alcohol can harm your health now and later. The less alcohol you drink, the better it is for your health. Excessive drinking can lead to injuries, illnesses and even death.
Did you know more than one in five North Carolina adults experienced mental illness in the past year? About one in 20 had a serious mental illness.
You're not alone. Free, confidential help is available now.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, North Carolina is sharing:
Before you fire up the grill or cool off with a swim this summer, check out these safety tips.
Swimming SafetyMay is National Water Safety Month. Keep these safety tips in mind when you enjoy the state's beaches, lakes, rivers and pools: