Lenoir County Health Department

03/24/2026

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03/23/2026

Gardening is a great way to grow fresh produce and show your little ones where foods come from! Start planting in early spring (herbs, veggies, or flowers) and talk about what you’re grateful for as you care for them. By summer, you'll have something tangible to enjoy! 🌱

Don’t have the yard space to plant? Grow plants in pots on your windowsills instead! You can also look into community gardens and public green spaces near you to get in touch with nature in your neighborhood!

03/23/2026

We have successfully completed our 6th workplace step challenge, running from February 10 to March 2. We are thrilled to celebrate our winners, each of whom reached the impressive goal of at least 128,000 steps during this period.

Congratulations to our champions:

🏅Wanda Staten: 288,243 total steps
🏅Patty Watford: 192,848 total steps
🏅Yolanda Rodríguez Villa: 186,192 total steps
🏅Candace Williams: 179,057 total steps
🏅Sherita Simmons: 138,841 total steps

Our workplace step challenges have earned us a grand total of 12,278,072 steps since starting in September 2025! LCHD is definitely Learning and Cultivating Healthy Decisions one step at a time! Let's see who will take the win for our next challenge starting in April.

03/19/2026

03/18/2026

We are excited to announce the first edition of the Recovery Together ENC Center Network, published by the Community Recovery Division of the Lenoir County Health Department and the Greene County Department of Public Health. This newsletter highlights the efforts to serve our communities and the 9th Judicial District Recovery Court Program.

Additionally, the Community Recovery Division has been recognized by the National Center for State Courts in a case study titled "Creating a Culture of Recovery in Rural North Carolina." You can find the link to the study here: (https://www.ncsc.org/resources-courts/creating-culture-recovery-rural-north-carolina).

03/18/2026

Omega-3 fatty acids are a great way of supporting heart health and can be found in many WIC-approved foods! You can find them in:

🐟Canned fish like salmon and tuna
🍳Eggs and soy products like tofu
🥑Brussels sprouts and avocados

Omega-3 fats have also been shown to be important during pregnancy, as they are important building blocks of the fetal brain and retina. These foods can help reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, and support eye health! 💕

Talk to our local WIC staff to learn more about nutrition and how WIC can support your family. Visit www.signupwic.com for more information.

03/16/2026

We are happy to announce that our new service is now available at the Lenoir County Health Department! Appointments are preferred. Please call 252-526-4200 for scheduling.

03/13/2026

💉 Where to Get the Measles Vaccine

You can get the measles vaccine (MMR) from:
• Your health care provider
• Lenoir County Health Department

Some children may qualify for the Vaccines for Children program and receive the vaccine at no cost. Call us at 252-526-4200 to schedule an appointment.

https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/contact/LHD

03/12/2026

Hello Spring! 🌷Celebrate the start of the season with a picnic highlighting spring seasonal produce! 🧺Try delicious and nutritious fruits and vegetables, such as:

🥬Springy greens like lettuce, asparagus, and spinach: All rich in antioxidants like Vitamin C and K.
🍓Strawberries and blackberries: High in fiber, supporting digestive health.
🥕Carrots and radishes: Delicious sources of nutrients like calcium and iron.

Learn more about healthy eating and supporting your family’s nutrition! Visit https://signupwic.com/about to learn more. 💞

03/11/2026

March is National Nutrition Month, and our WIC Team provided tasty food samples using WIC-approved foods. WIC participants and the community enjoyed a healthy stir-fry with mixed vegetables, tofu, and whole-wheat pasta; fresh vegetables with homemade ranch dressing; and fruit and yogurt bars for dessert. We appreciate our WIC staff for showing us how to use common foods in delicious ways!

03/11/2026

⚠️ Think You Were Exposed to Measles?

Check the list of measles exposure locations to see if you may have been exposed. If you were exposed but do not have symptoms, testing is not recommended.

👉 Check exposure locations here: [https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/communicable-disease/infectious-respiratory-diseases/measles-rubeola/measles-cases-and-outbreaks-north-carolina

03/10/2026

Happening tomorrow, starting at 2:00 pm! Please join our WIC team for a healthy food sample.

All WIC participants and the community are invited to try a healthy treat sponsored by our WIC program on March 11th from 2:00 - 3:00 pm! This event is free and open to the public.