Address health needs of vulnerable and underserved NC populations . Develop a comprehensive, community-based plan to improve the health and wellness of people of NC with a priority o n preventing, reducing and remedying the health consequences of tobacco use emphasizing youth tobacco use. A commission will oversee the Health and Wellness Trust Fund and will consist of 18 members, none of which may be employed by or affiliated with tobacco product manufacturing. The Governor will appoint 6 members. The Commission will be responsible for choosing grant applications that will receive funding, developing criteria for program evaluation and encouraging federal mandates targeting the reduction of youth access to tobacco products.
People have more access to health care information than ever before.
Not only do they hear about health news in the media but more and more individuals are looking to the WWW for information. There is a whirlwind of information out there but directing your patients to credible and reliable information is the key. The Web can be a valuable resource for educational material for patients and providers alike if it is used wisely. The site is a nice resource jam-packed with links to information for providers and patients from reputable medical organizations. The list of medical topics at this site is quite extensive and information is available in English or Spanish.