Macon County Public Health

04/17/2026

Youth aged 15-24 accounted for almost ½ of all new STI infections in 2025. This , find out how STI testing can protect you and your partner. https://bit.ly/4dTyyh7
LA MITAD de los casos nuevos de ITS corresponden a personas menores de 25 años. No juegues con tu salud, hazte la prueba de ITS: https://bit.ly/3YHvddJ

04/16/2026

🐾 National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week 🐾

Animal control is often a thankless job; one that requires long hours, quick response times, and the emotional strength to handle difficult situations involving both animals and people. Our officers work around the clock to protect the safety and well-being of our community while providing care and compassion to animals in need.

We are especially grateful for our outstanding team:
🐶 Koby – 2.5 years of service
🐾 Ryan – 1.5 year of service
🐱 Ron – 1 year of service

Their enthusiasm, professionalism, and commitment to animal welfare make a meaningful difference every day. Whether responding to calls, assisting residents, rescuing animals, or supporting our shelter operations, these officers embody compassion in action.

Please join us in thanking Koby, Ryan, and Ron for their hard work, dedication, and the care they show to both our community and its animals. We are truly fortunate to have them serving Macon County.

💙 Thank you for all that you do, this week and every week!

04/16/2026

Did you know? Anyone having s*x can get an STI. This STI Awareness Week, know your STI care options and Get Yourself Tested! https://bit.ly/4dTyyh7
Hazte pruebas de y el con tu pareja s*xual. ¡Muéstrense respeto! https://bit.ly/3YHvddJ

04/15/2026

Did you Know? All STIs can be treated & some can be cured. Know the facts: https://bit.ly/3XdTE4w
¿Sabías? Todas las se pueden tratar y algunas se pueden curar. ¡Infórmate! https://bit.ly/3XdTE4w

04/13/2026

https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/blog/2026/04/02/rabies-vaccine-bait-drop-begins-western-nc-protect-people-and-pets

04/10/2026

To close out Public Health Week, we’re shining a spotlight on our incredible Animal Services team! 🐾❤️
From caring for animals in the shelter to helping reunite lost pets with their families, this dedicated team works every day to protect both animal and community health. They play an important role in promoting responsible pet ownership, supporting rabies prevention efforts, and ensuring animals in our community are safe and cared for.
Their compassion, hard work, and commitment make a difference for both people and pets across Macon County!

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

As we continue celebrating Public Health Week, today we’re highlighting a vital part of our efforts, our Environmental Health team! 🌿🌎
This dedicated group works hard every day to protect the health and safety of our community through services like food safety inspections, water quality monitoring, waste management, and more. While this is just a portion of our incredible Environmental Health staff, we’re grateful for the work they all do behind the scenes to keep our environment and our community safe and healthy!

04/08/2026

This afternoon for Public Health Week, we’re highlighting our amazing administrative leaders! 🏛️🌟
From our Administrative Assistant to our section supervisors, this team provides the vision, guidance, and support that keeps Macon County Public Health Department strong and effective. Their leadership ensures that every staff member can serve the community safely, efficiently, and compassionately. Their commitment to public health excellence makes a lasting impact on Macon County every day.

04/08/2026

In celebration of Public Health Week, we’re shining a spotlight on our incredible finance and clerical team! 💻📊✏️
These behind-the-scenes heroes keep our operations running smoothly so that our programs can serve the community effectively. From managing budgets and paperwork to coordinating schedules and supporting every department, their attention to detail and dedication ensure that public health services reach the people who need them most.
We couldn’t do it without them! 🙌

04/07/2026

Today, as part of our Public Health Week celebration, we’re shining a light on our amazing WIC team and our Population Health team! 🥦👶📚
Whether supporting families through WIC services or working across the community through our other Population Health programs, this team is dedicated to helping individuals and families live healthier lives. From nutrition education and breastfeeding support to community outreach, health education, and emergency preparedness efforts, their work plays an important role in protecting and improving the health of Macon County every day.
We’re grateful for the dedication of our WIC staff, Health Educator, and Preparedness Coordinator who help strengthen our community’s health and well-being. 💙

04/07/2026

Our Little Pantry is FULL! Come take what you need! We even have some fresh produce! 😀
Please remember that this pantry is only accessible Mon-Fri 8:00 am- 5:00 pm.