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Iredell County Health Department reports new surge of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Health Department reported another surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations on Monday. Some 380 new laboratory confirmed cases were reported Monday, increasing the total
Viewpoint: Protect yourself and your loved ones from surging COVID-19 Delta variant by getting vaccinated before it’s too late
BY JANE HINSON I know that there is not a person reading this viewpoint that isn’t sick and tired of hearing about COVID-19. I get it. We all feel that
Iredell Memorial Hospital rated as “High Performing” in several specialties by U.S. News & World Report
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Memorial Hospital was ranked “High Performing” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021-22 Best Hospitals ranking for its treatment of patients in three medical
Health Beat: Early detection and new treatments leading to better outcomes for lung cancer patients
Special to Iredell Free News Most adults are aware of the widespread prevalence of lung cancer, and that individual behaviors strongly impact this type of cancer. But even with well-known
Health Beat: Hands-only CPR is simple to learn and saves lives
Special to Iredell Free News In the event that someone — maybe one of your friends or family members — experiences cardiac arrest, what do you do? During a cardiac
REBOOT trauma healing courses offered for everyone, first responders and vets
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Trauma-related stresses are pervasive in society today. A suicide attempt happens every 22 seconds in the U.S., and one life is lost to suicide every 11
COVID-19 cases increasing rapidly in unvaccinated North Carolinians; hospitalizations have doubled in two weeks
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — After months of decline, North Carolina is experiencing a rapid increase in COVID-19 spread among those who are unvaccinated. On Thursday, 1,998 cases
Iredell County Health Department to deploy mobile unit to provide basic medical and dental services
BY KARISSA MILLER Basic health and dental care are not accessible to all Iredell County residents, but the county health department is working to change that. Iredell County Health Director
Shelbia Jean Alexander Ervin
Mrs. Shelbia Jean Alexander Ervin, 84, of Troutman, N.C., passed away July 18, 2021, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born May 5, 1937, in Alexander County,
Iredell Health System thanks Mooresville businesses, announces grand prize winners
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System recently announced multiple recipients of its grand prize giveaway to celebrate the opening of its newest campus, Iredell Mooresville. Eight individuals were
Iredell County’s oldest living retired teacher has dedicated her life to faith, love and service
BY CAROLYN SHERRILL Three words best describe Vera Grose Webster: she is a lady of Faith, Love and Service. She has deep roots in Iredell County and had a successful
Iredell Health System’s chief pathologist and laboratory medical director retires
Special to Iredell Free News Though patients at Iredell Health System may have never met the hospital’s chief pathologist, the integral, vital role she plays in everyday patient care is
Iredell Rehab provides Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy services
Special to Iredell Free News You’ve just had surgery, and you’re more ready than ever to get back to your daily activities. However, you may notice it is difficult to
Number of new COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations in Iredell County continues dramatic decline
FROM STAFF REPORTS Local health officials reported two milestones in the COVID-19 pandemic on Friday: The Iredell County Health Department reported that there were no new cases of COVID-19
NCDHHS expands home testing program to all eligible North Carolinians
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has announced the state is expanding availability of its at-home COVID-19 test collection. Any North Carolina
Iredell Memorial Hospital earns quality-based accreditation from DNV Healthcare
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System has successfully completed its hospital accreditation process through DNV Healthcare, a world-leading certification body committed to supporting the development and continual improvement
Gov. Cooper issues Executive Order extending pandemic response measures until July 30
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced Friday that he signed an Executive Order to extend a variety of measures currently in place to respond to
Gov. Cooper announces $4 million summer cash and college tuition drawings to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As part of North Carolina’s effort to encourage more North Carolinians to receive COVID-19 vaccines, Gov. Roy Cooper announced $4 Million Summer Cash
Iredell Urgent Care open 24/7 for unexpected illnesses and injuries
Special to Iredell Free News Your child is playing outdoors after school and accidentally falls, fracturing their wrist. It’s after 5 o’clock, and you do not want to spend the
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: How to manage risk factors
Special to Iredell Free News We have all misplaced our phones, forgot to respond to a text or email, or even completely forgot why we entered a room — it’s
Eliminating the Stigma: Pandemic has made it easier to discuss mental health issues
Special to Iredell Free News When you picture someone who is mentally ill, how do you imagine them? Your answer can help you determine if you are feeding into the
NCDHHS: 80 percent of N.C. adults age 65 and older have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday that more than 80 percent of adults age 65 and older in the
Sheriff: Four suspects face charges after residential burglary investigation leads to stand-off
FROM STAFF REPORTS A wanted parole absconder and three other suspects face charges related to a pair of residential break-ins following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. On
I-SS recognizes Iredell Health System for service to district, community during pandemic
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools recognized Iredell Health System during the May Board of Education meeting for its service to the school district and to the community at
Gov. Cooper rescinds most COVID-19 restrictions; masks still required inside schools and child care facilities
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy K. Cohen shared an update on the state’s COVID-19
FDA, CDC authorize Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12 and older
Special to Iredell Free News Based on a review of safety and effectiveness data from clinical trials in the United States and the expanded emergency authorization by the U.S. Food
Everett Andrew Miller Sr.
Everett Andrew Miller Sr., 78, of Hamptonville, N.C., passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born in Richmond, Indiana on December 3, 1942, he was the son of
Gov. Cooper issues Executive Order relaxing outdoor mask mandate and mass gathering limits
State continues to strive to get two-thirds of adults at least partially vaccinated Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Department of Health and Human
State of the State Address: Gov. Cooper highlights North Carolina’s resilience throughout pandemic, calls on lawmakers to work together for shared recovery
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper delivered his third State of the State address on Monday. The speech highlighted North Carolinians’ resilience throughout the pandemic and reinforced
Henry Louis Freeland
Henry Louis Freeland, 84, of Mount Ulla, N.C., passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born on November 11, 1936, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Iredell Health System’s occupational therapists are committed to patients’ health and wellbeing
Special to Iredell Free News From helping a child improve their motor skills to teaching an elderly patient how to adapt after spine surgery, an occupational therapist’s role is highly
TPD officers seize weapons, ammo and marijuana after traffic stop; five suspects face charges
FROM STAFF REPORTS Five suspects face felony weapons charges after a Troutman Police Department officer stopped a vehicle for erratic driving early Sunday morning. Shortly after midnight Officer T.M. Sharpe
Ruby Louise Loyd Anderson
Mrs. Ruby Louise Loyd Anderson, 90, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. A native of Iredell County, she was the daughter
Randolph “Randy” Jefferson Lambeth
Randolph “Randy” Jefferson Lambeth, 66, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away at home on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, of complications from Parkinson’s disease. He was born on June 18, 1954, to
The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital offering online classes
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital is conducting virtual Childbirth, Newborn Care, CPR, and Breastfeeding classes. Each class is an hour long and held