Published on February 11, 2026

Senate Leader Phil Berger, Representative Reece Pyrtle, and UNC Health CEO Dr. Cristy Page Announce $40 Million in NC CARE Funding for UNC Health Rockingham

On Monday, Senate Leader Phil Berger, Rep. Reece Pyrtle, and UNC Health CEO Dr. Cristy Page announced $40M in NC CARE funding for UNC Health Rockingham. We thank Sen. Berger and Rep. Pyrtle for leading the effort to secure these funds through the North Carolina General Assembly. We are equally grateful to the UNC Board of Governors for their support of regional healthcare initiatives. This investment will strengthen patient access, enhance critical infrastructure, and expand regional health services for our community.

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