NC Invests in Rural EMS Mental Health

North Carolina is pouring $10 million into rural EMS systems to tackle the overdose crisis and expand mental health access, targeting 39 agencies across the state — including nine in our viewing area — with a bold plan to turn first responders into vital healthcare connectors. Governor Josh Stein insists every North Carolinian deserves equitable care, especially in underserved rural zones where overdose deaths and ER visits hit harder. This investment, backed by the state’s Department of Health and Human Services, empowers EMS crews to provide ongoing support for substance use recovery — recognizing them not just as emergency responders, but as essential partners in the broader healthcare system. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/13ee45ebb915a30b