North Carolina
North Carolina
North Carolina (pronunciation: /ˌnɔːrθ kærəˈlaɪnə/) is a state in the Southeastern United States. The state is named after King Charles I of England, with "Carolina" being Latin for "Charles' land".
Etymology
The name North Carolina comes from the Latin name Carolus, which translates to Charles in English. The state was named in honor of King Charles I of England. The prefix "North" was added to distinguish it from its southern neighbor, South Carolina.
Related Terms
- South Carolina: The state to the south of North Carolina.
- Southeastern United States: The region of the United States where North Carolina is located.
- State: A territory with its own government and borders within a larger country, such as North Carolina in the United States.
Health Care in North Carolina
Health care in North Carolina is a significant part of the state's economy and services sector. The state is home to many hospitals, clinics, and medical research institutions. Some of the notable ones include the Duke University Medical Center, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, and the University of North Carolina Health Care system.
Related Medical Terms
- Duke University Medical Center: A major hospital and medical research institution located in Durham, North Carolina.
- Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center: A nationally recognized academic medical center and health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
- University of North Carolina Health Care: The statewide health care system that includes a network of hospitals and clinics throughout North Carolina.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on North Carolina
- Wikipedia's article - North Carolina
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