UNC Health Southeastern

01/19/2026

Today, UNC Health honors the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., reflecting on his unwavering commitment to service, justice, and inspiring positive change in our communities.

01/17/2026

Big news for Robeson County! 📢

Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, in partnership with UNC Health Southeastern, is launching the county’s first palliative care clinic this March. The clinic will provide compassionate support for patients with serious illnesses—available in-office, at home, and via telehealth.

Learn more in our full press release: https://lifecare.org/news-events/lower-cape-fear-lifecare-launches-palliative-care-clinic/

01/16/2026

Most UNC Health Southeastern clinics and facilities will be closed for Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, however, the following will be open on Monday, January 19:

01/08/2026

UNC Health Southeastern asking patients to seek alternatives to Emergency Department

Officials with UNC Health Southeastern are urging the public to visit their primary care physician or use local urgent care clinics for all health conditions not requiring emergency care as patients seeking admission are facing delays.

“We have seen a marked increase in Emergency Department visits over the past few weeks, resulting in prolonged wait times,” said UNC Health Southeastern Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Renae Taylor. “We are doing all we can to treat patients as timely as possible, however choosing the right place to seek care helps us all.”

Individuals experiencing medical emergencies, such as trauma, chest pain, and difficulty breathing, should call 911 immediately. Patients who do seek care from the Emergency Department will be treated in order of the seriousness of their condition; therefore, individuals who seek emergency care for minor health issues will likely face extensive delays.

Individuals who feel they may be sick and need to seek non-emergency medical care may visit a UNC Health Medical Group primary care, urgent care or walk-in clinic or they may schedule a virtual visit through MyChart.

The walk-in clinics which do not require an appointment include The Clinic at Walmart in the Lumberton Walmart Supercenter and The Clinic at Brisson Drugs in St. Pauls. Appointments are suggested for UNC Health Urgent Care at Southeastern Health Mall and UNC Health Urgent Care at Pembroke.

For a complete clinic listing with hours and phone numbers, logon to unchealthse.org and click on “Locations,” “Primary Care Clinics” and “Urgent Care Clinics.”

01/07/2026

UNC Health Southeastern will launch a new lab service in January 2026 which allows patients to order specific tests without a provider's order, and pay out of pocket, offering a convenient and flexible alternative to traditional lab services.

In response to a recent sharp increase in respiratory illnesses within our community, visitor restrictions will take effect at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, January 6, at UNC Health Southeastern. Children 12 years of age and younger will not be permitted in inpatient units or waiting areas, including the Emerg...

01/06/2026

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01/05/2026

Effective Jan. 6, 2026: Age-Based Visitor Restrictions

In response to a recent sharp increase in respiratory illnesses within our community, visitor restrictions will take effect at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 6, at UNC Health Southeastern.

Children 12 years of age and younger will not be permitted in inpatient units or waiting areas, including the Emergency Department.

To help protect our patients, visitors, and staff, all visitors are strongly encouraged to wear hospital-provided masks while within our facilities. Certain hospital units may implement additional infection prevention measures as warranted.

01/02/2026

Meet Baby Jonah, the 2026 New Year Baby!

Happy Birthday and Happy New Year!

12/29/2025

Most UNC Health Southeastern entities and administrative departments, as well as UNC Health Medical Group clinic, will be closed for New Year’s Day.

12/23/2025

UNC Health Southeastern entities and administrative departments, as well as UNC Health Medical Group clinics, will be closed for Christmas Day.

12/22/2025

The joy these teddy bears will bring to children who are in the hospital or visiting loved ones this holiday season will offer comfort in moments when it’s needed most. We thank Faith of Calvary Baptist Church for sharing such a thoughtful gift through their Christmas Outreach Mission.

Your desire to reach children with comfort and kindness is deeply felt, and we are honored you chose to share that generosity with our UNC Health Southeastern patients and their families.

Thank you for spreading love and compassion this season. 💙🎄🐻