Since May 1, Wake County has reported more than 180 confirmed cyclospora cases, with four people hospitalized.
Sen. Mitch McConnell is revealing for the first time that a fall led to his hospitalization.
Officials said they are focused on reducing members' total health care costs rather than premium costs alone.
When classes end, many families must provide at least 10 additional meals each week for every child in their household.
Cases of the parasitic infection have been found in several states.
North Carolina's newly signed state budget includes measures aimed at reducing youth tobacco use, but public health advocates want more.