Highest count since 2009, highlighting the urgent need to protect and invest in public health RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today reported more than 500 flu-related deaths for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season. This is the highest number of statewide flu deaths recorded since broad reporting began in 2009. … Continued
Cherokee, NC — The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is inviting healthcare professionals with a passion for service and community to participate in a Virtual Job Fair on Wednesday, April 16, with a special focus on Primary Care and Nursing positions. Two convenient sessions will be available: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM 12:30 PM – … Continued
From: Cherokee Indian Hospital Pharmacy Dear Patient, This letter is to inform you that we are recalling Ibuprofen due to potential manufacturing quality issues. Our records show that you have received Ibuprofen 400 mg, 600 mg and/or 800 mg since we started purchasing the affected brands. Our patients’ safety is our priority; while the … Continued
At Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority, we’re always looking for ways to deliver faster, better care—and when it comes to strokes, every second matters. That’s why we’re excited to share that our brand-new Pit Stop process for Code Stroke patients is now fully up and running. It’s already been used successfully multiple times and is making … Continued
The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) proudly welcomes Isabella, the newest MedServe Fellow, to its healthcare team. Since 2016, CIHA has partnered with MedServe, a North Carolina-based program that supports aspiring primary care physicians by providing hands-on experience in underserved communities. This collaboration is part of CIHA’s ongoing commitment to fostering future healthcare professionals while … Continued
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is proud to announce that five staff members from Analenisgi, CIHA’s Behavioral Health department, have completed training in Resources for Resilience to become certified Resiliency Educators. This certification equips staff with research-based strategies to help individuals and communities manage stress, prevent burnout, and strengthen resilience. As part of the … Continued
The Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) proudly announces that Dr. Richard Bunio, Director of Medical Services, was invited to speak at the 2025 American Hospital Association (AHA) Rural Health Care Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Texas, held February 23-26. The annual conference convenes over 1,000 rural health leaders committed to advancing rural health care and … Continued
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA) is proud to announce the expansion of its Rehabilitation Department to include services at Tsali Care Center. Effective the week of January 20, 2025, CIHA’s Physical Therapy, Wound Care, and Orthopedic Clinic will assume the rehabilitation services for residents of Tsali Care Center, ensuring access to high-quality, in-house care. … Continued
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority, in partnership with the Duke Endowment and UNC Chapel Hill, is proud to introduce ‘Get Real & Heel’, a unique and specialized exercise program designed to support cancer patients. This innovative initiative integrates individualized prescriptive exercise, administered in small group settings, to enhance both physical and mental well-being for those … Continued
As we enter February, we take time to honor Black History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of African Americans throughout history. In the field of healthcare, African Americans pioneers have played a vital role in shaping the medical world as we know it today—including efforts that have helped Indigenous communities … Continued