Swain County Health Department

11/27/2025

11/27/2025

Holidays feeling heavy? You're not alone. 💙

Support is always here. Call, text, or chat 988.

11/26/2025

Thanksgiving is almost here, and it's time to start prepping for those delicious holiday feasts! 🦃🍂 Whether you're roasting a turkey, grilling up wild game, or bringing your famous side dish, be sure to keep food safety in mind. Wild meats like venison, duck, or goose can make your meal extra special—just make sure they're cooked to the right temp to keep everyone happy and healthy! Let’s enjoy the flavors of the season while keeping it safe. 🥧🍁 Stay festive, stay safe, and let the feasting begin!

11/24/2025

How are you feeling as the month wraps up? 💜 Taking a moment to reflect on what you've learned, achieved, and experienced can help you stay grounded and support your mental well-being. What's one thing that stood out to you this month?

11/20/2025

11/19/2025

Did you know that Swain County Health Department has Adult Health Services? Anyone 18+ can get a complete physical and limited primary care. We also offer CDL/DOT physicals. Give us a call at 828-488-3198 (press 0) or stop by the front desk to learn more!

11/18/2025

Your words have power, especially the ones you say to yourself. Talk a little nicer to yourself today. 💙 You're doing your best, and that is always enough.

11/14/2025

📢 WIC Update for Swain County
WIC in North Carolina is fully funded through September 30, 2026. NC WIC is open and here to support you.

📢 Actualización de WIC
WIC de Carolina del Norte está totalmente financiado hasta el 30 de septiembre de 2026.

11/14/2025

💙 Diabetes affects more people than you might think.
About 38 million adults in the U.S. have diabetes — and 1 in 5 don’t know it. In the past 20 years, the number of adults diagnosed has more than doubled.

🩸 Know your numbers.
Ask your healthcare provider about an A1C test to check your status.

🥗 Eat well.
🏃‍♀️ Stay active.
⚖️ Maintain a healthy weight.

Small steps make a big difference in preventing or managing diabetes.
Take charge of your health — know your numbers.

11/13/2025

'Tis the season to start prepping for those delicious holiday feasts! 🦃🍂🎄🍽️ Whether you're roasting a turkey, grilling up wild game, or bringing your famous side dish, be sure to keep food safety in mind. Wild meats like venison, duck, or goose can make your meal extra special—just make sure they're cooked to the right temp to keep everyone happy and healthy! Let’s enjoy the flavors of the season while keeping it safe. 🥧🍁 Stay festive, stay safe, and let the feasting begin!

11/12/2025