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COVID-19: Get the facts

In the fight against COVID-19, it is important to have reliable information from doctors and researchers on the frontlines. When we have the facts, it is easier to make the right choices to protect the health and well-being of ourselves and each other.

Thank you for providing hope

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, team members at Novant Health sprang into action, adapting to sweeping policy changes and a vastly different environment in record time. They focused first and foremost on doing what they do best: saving lives.

Courage in action

As the social justice movement is gaining momentum, many organizations are asking themselves an important question: How do you embed diversity and inclusion as part of your mission, vision, values and brand?

Grier’s Gallery

Grier’s Gallery was founded by SOZO Gallery and Amy Christenbury and is currently led by Novant Health Foundation board member Wendy Bilas and the child life staff. Grier’s Gallery mission is to normalize the hospital environment and facilitate some relief for parents and families by providing educational art experiences. To learn more about Grier’s Gallery, visit GriersGallery.org. Donate now

The legacy of Caroline Comly

John and Ginny Comly met in Romare Bearden Park, back when it was a gravel parking lot. John was leaving work late. Ginny had just gone for a swim at the gym and couldn’t start her car.

Celebrating our exceptional nurses

To celebrate National Nurses Week this year, we spotlighted eight inspiring nurses from throughout the Novant Health system. Each nurse was selected based on their dedication to providing remarkable care, and for going above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The story of ‘sweet baby Luke’

His name was Luke, but more often than not, his family didn’t call him that. The 1-year-old boy with the infectious smile and joyful personality was better known as “sweet baby Luke.”

Give care. Give hope. Give now.

Our healthcare professionals are suiting up every day ready for battle, rising up as heroes to serve our communities in their time of greatest need. Your support on Giving Tuesday Now, May 5, 2020, will help us continue to provide lifesaving care.

Meet ‘the mayor of the PICU’ at Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital

On June 26, 2019, 6-year-old Cole Joseph Russell got sick. Things went from bad to worse fast, and Cole was rushed to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital, where doctors told his parents the boy would need emergency surgery. “We knew it was very, very serious,” Cole’s mom recalled. Over the next seven months, one surgery turned in 12. Cole … Continue reading Meet ‘the mayor of the PICU’ at Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital »