Durham County Department of Public Health

11/03/2025

Good evening, ... Here are some upcoming FREE webinars from the Durham County Department of Public Health geared to helping us all GET & STAY healthy!

Share the schedule with anyone who is interested, even if they do not live or work in Durham County. To participate, you must register using the links near the time and date. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email. Webinars are subject to cancellation if there are no registrants.

⚫Are You At Risk? Understanding Prediabetes on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 11 a.m.

Did you know that more than 1 in 3 adults have prediabetes—and most don’t even know it? This webinar will cover the early warning signs, recommended screenings, and simple lifestyle changes that can lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Join us to learn practical steps you can take to protect your health and take charge of your future.

Register at bit.ly/DCoUnderstandingPD

🔵What Happens Now? Managing & Supporting Co-Workers with ADHD on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 3:30 p.m.

Whether you suspect or know someone you work with has ADHD, it is important to know how to effectively support them. Individuals with ADHD are typically trying very hard to be productive workers but can find their best efforts thwarted when their brain processes are hijacked. It may be extremely challenging for employee and employer alike. This webinar will cover approaching those with ADHD with empathy and working together to find strategies that help the employee navigate or work around these trouble spots can help them become productive and contribute the skills for which they were hired.

Register at bit.ly/DCoMSADHD

🟢 Caring for a Loved One with Diabetes on Monday, Nov. 10 at 11 a.m.

Supporting someone with diabetes can feel overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to do it alone. This webinar will share practical strategies for families and caregivers—from meal planning and medication reminders to emotional support and stress management. Learn how to be a stronger support system while also caring for your own well-being.

Register at bit.ly/DCoCaringLO

🟣Managing Emotional Wellness During the Holidays on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m.

As the holiday season begins, families and friends come together to celebrate. There’s much to be grateful for during this time, but the holidays can also bring up feelings of stress and even sadness for many people. An important way to take care of yourself is to manage emotional wellness—not only to improve your overall health but to help you better enjoy the end-of-year festivities. This webinar will include at least six tips to help manage emotional wellness that may also be good throughout other times of the year. Plenty to gain in this webinar, not much to lose.

Register at bit.ly/DCoMEWDH

11/02/2025

November is National Native American Heritage Month. We’re proud to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous communities in Durham.

11/02/2025

A friendly reminder that tonight we "fall back" one hour. While setting clocks that don't do it on their own, change your smoke detector & NOAA Weather Radio batteries too!

10/31/2025

Tomorrow! Come out for health screenings, prizes, and more!

Saturday! Join us, Alliance Health, and The River Durham for a Diabetes and Lung Cancer Awareness Month health fair and blood drive. Come for free health screenings, a raffle, and more.

Saturday, November 1, 10:00AM - 2:00PM
The River Church
4425 Ben Franklin Blvd
Durham, NC 27704

10/31/2025

Have a healthy Halloween! It’s respiratory virus season, with flu, COVID-19, RSV and more spreading in the community at higher levels this time of year. Before getting ready for your Halloween plans, it’s a good idea to get tested to help protect others, and stay home if you test positive or are not feeling well!

10/31/2025

10/31/2025

Did you know that children are twice as likely to be injured while walking on Halloween than any other day of the year?

Let's take a moment to think about walking safely and driving safely tomorrow evening while the kids are trick-or-treating.

WALKERS: Carry glow sticks or flashlights, use reflective tape or stickers on costumes and bags, and wear light colors to help kids see and be seen by drivers. Make sure you are crossing the street at corners or crosswalks.

DRIVERS: Slow down and be alert! Kids are excited on Halloween and may dart into the street. Turn on headlights early in the day to spot kids from further away.

Have a Happy Halloween!

10/31/2025

It’s Halloween, one of the scariest days of the year!👻Warning: this post contains some of the things that scare us the most. We hope you never run into any of these dangers that haunt us 😰

10/30/2025

New! Durham Health Beat is an e-mail newsletter that connects Durham residents to the Durham County Department of Public Health. Sign up to receive the latest information on current health topics, new community resources and events, free trainings and webinars, and more. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/DurhamHealthBeat

10/30/2025

: Children’s HOMEAL Bed Rails. When installed adjacent to the bed, a child can become entrapped in the openings on the side of the mattress, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to entrapment. Get a refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/HOMEAL-Bed-Rails-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapment-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Childrens-Portable-Bed-Rails-Sold-on-Amazon-by-HOMEAL

10/30/2025

While changes in sanitation and nutrition throughout history have helped reduce the impacts of some illnesses, this was not responsible for the significant and long-term decreases in vaccine-preventable infections just after vaccines were introduced. Unfortunately, there will always be misinformation, but be sure to learn the facts, avoid falling for things that aren’t true, and always talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns.

10/30/2025