Yancey County Health Department

03/19/2026

FREE Dental Day, May 7th! Yancey County Residents!😁
In honor of National Smile Awareness Month, Toe River Project Access is partnering with Mt. Mitchell Dentistry to give back to our community! The amazing dentists and staff are volunteering their time to help those who are uninsured and have limited financial resources smile brighter.

📍 131 E Main Street, Burnsville, NC 28714
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Thursday, May 7th, 2026

Free Services include:
✅ Cleaning
✅ Exam
✅ X-rays
✅ Fillings
✅ Extractions

📞 Call 828-606-6428 to schedule your appointment today!
Do NOT call the practice—they will send you back to us. Call Toe River Project Access.

Spaces are limited—reserve your spot and make this May full of smiles! 😁

03/18/2026

🥗 What does a “healthy plate” actually look like?

It’s simpler than you think 👇

✔️ Half your plate = fruits & vegetables
✔️ ¼ = lean protein (chicken, beans, eggs)
✔️ ¼ = grains (rice, pasta, bread)
✔️ Add a dairy or calcium-rich option if you can

💡 You don’t have to be perfect—just aim for balance over time.

👉 Start with your next meal!

03/17/2026

Yancey County Health Department will open at 10:00 am tomorrow, 3/17. ☃️

03/12/2026

🌱 During National Nutrition Month, we want to take a moment to highlight a program that supports many families here in Yancey County.

Our WIC program works with pregnant women, new moms, infants, and young children to help them get the nutrition and support they need during some of the most important years of growth and development. Families in WIC receive healthy food benefits, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and guidance from our local team.

We are proud to serve so many families in our community through this program.

If you want to learn more about WIC, see healthy snack ideas, and stay connected with updates from our team, follow our page here:
https://www.facebook.com/YanceyCountyWIC

💬 We’d love to hear from our community:
What is your child’s favorite healthy snack right now?

"This institution is an equal opportunity provider."

03/10/2026

🌱 Happy National Nutrition Month, Yancey County! 🍎

Healthy food helps build strong families and a strong community. During March, we are celebrating the role nutrition plays in helping our neighbors live long, healthy lives.

Throughout the month, the Yancey County Health Department will be sharing simple nutrition tips, healthy snack ideas for families, and information about local programs that support healthy eating.

We will also be out in the community hosting a few fun activities and partnering with local organizations to promote healthy habits for all ages. 💚

Healthy families truly do help create healthy communities, and we are excited to celebrate National Nutrition Month together.

Follow along with us this month to learn, participate, and find new ways to support your health and the health of your family.

03/05/2026

Join our Walk and Talk Book Club at Yancey County Public Library!

Starting March 27 at 1 PM (weather permitting), we’ll take a 1-mile walk while talking about books or listening to audiobooks together.

Everyone is welcome—bring a friend!

What to expect:
• Meet new people
• Enjoy the outdoors
• Support mental wellbeing
• Share a love of reading

Sign up today: 828-682-2600- If this time/date is inconvenient, let us know what would work for you!

03/03/2026

Send a message to learn more

02/26/2026

Heart Health Month may be coming to a close, but it doesn’t stop here.

Today is the final day for free blood pressure checks and $5 cholesterol screenings at the health department.

Knowing your numbers is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your heart. High blood pressure and high cholesterol often have no symptoms, but early detection can make a meaningful difference.

Throughout this month, we’ve talked about prevention, movement, nutrition, and routine care. This is your opportunity to put that knowledge into action.

Stop by today, get checked, and take one more step toward protecting your heart.❤️❤️

Yancey County Health Department
202 Medical Campus Dr. Burnsville, NC
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

💬 As we head into March, drop one heart-healthy habit you’re carrying forward below ⬇️⬇️

02/25/2026

Please take advantage of this amazing service for Yancey County!

EXCITING NEWS for Yancey County Residents — April is Healthy Vision Awareness Month! 👀
We’re offering FREE Eye Exams to our community at Aldridge Eye Institute on

📅 Thursday, April 16
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

✔ Eye Exams
✔ Prescription Checks
✔ Vision Screenings
✔ Glasses Repair

⚠️ Limited availability — appointments fill up quickly!
📞 Call Toe River Project Access at 828-606-6428 early to book your appointment.
👉 All appointments are scheduled through Toe River Project Access, not Aldridge Eye Institute.

💲 No cost to you
🩺 No insurance required

Good vision is crucial for our overall health. If you or someone you know has been delaying an eye exam due to financial concerns and no insurance, this is a wonderful opportunity. The caring staff at Aldridge Eye Institute, along with Toe River Project Access, are volunteering to help their neighbors access healthcare.

Please share with your friends and family.

02/23/2026

Our offices will open at 10:00 am today due to the snowy weather ❄️

02/19/2026

Due to a water outage, our department will be closing at 9:00 a.m. today, February 19. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding as patient and staff well-being remain our top priority.

02/16/2026

❤️ Heart Health Matters at Every Age ❤️

Taking care of your heart is important at every stage of life. Whether you are just getting started with healthy habits or working to maintain them, small steps can make a big difference over time.

Now through the end of February, we are offering free blood pressure checks and cholesterol screenings for $5 to help our community stay informed and proactive about heart health.

📍 Yancey County Health Department
📞 828-682-6118
🕗 Monday through Thursday, 8 AM - 5 PM
🚶 Walk ins welcome

We are here to support our community in building healthy hearts today and for years to come. ❤️