WHO and St. Jude of Memphis will dramatically increase access to childhood cancer drugs around the world. This is the largest funding allocation ever for childhood cancer chemotherapy drugs in low- and middle-income countries.
Today, Governor Roy Cooper signed a State of Emergency in preparation for impacts from Potential Tropical Cyclone Sixteen. “It is important for North Carolinians to prepare for potential impacts from the coming storm,” said Governor Cooper. “The storm's path has been difficult to predict and we want to ensure that farmers, first responders and utility crews have the tools necessary to prepare for severe weather."