Iredell County Health Department

02/26/2026

Oldie, but a goodie. We love what we do!

🚍 One March date is still available to book for the Mobile Health Unit!

Want the Mobile Health Unit at your site or event?
📅 Request a visit: https://forms.office.com/g/GY8fZia4ZX

📲 View upcoming stops: https://tinyurl.com/HDMHUNIT

02/26/2026

March is shaping up to be a busy month for our Mobile Health Unit 🚍💙

We’ll be traveling across Iredell County all month long to bring services closer to home.

Services available include:
• Immunizations (flat-fee)
• Walk-in labs (flat-fee)
• STI Express Screening (most services are no cost)
• Blood Pressure Screening (no cost)
• Pregnancy Testing & Counseling ($20)
• Car Seat Safety Checks (no cost)

Our March calendar is nearly full as we continue meeting community needs across the county — and we currently have one date still open for booking.

Interested in hosting the Mobile Health Unit at your organization, church, workplace, or community event? We’d love to partner with you.

📅 Submit a hosting request here:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/g/GY8fZia4ZX

📲 Learn more about the Mobile Health Unit and view upcoming stops:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/HDMHUNIT

Public health should be practical, accessible, and close to home. We’ll see you out there. Share to spread the word!💙

02/25/2026

02/25/2026

🍎🥦 Five Food Groups For Growing Kids 🥛🍞

When it comes to feeding little ones, balance matters. For children ages 1–5, offering foods from all five food groups each day helps support growth, strong bones, brain development, and lasting energy.

A simple daily guide:
🍓 Fruits: 3–4 servings
🥕 Vegetables: 3–4 servings
🍞 Whole Grains: 5–6 servings
🥛 Dairy: 4–5 servings
🥚 Protein: 4 servings

Small portions add up throughout the day. Think variety, color, and simple meals built from what you already have at home.

💙 WIC foods like milk, yogurt, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, eggs, beans, and peanut butter can help you build balanced meals your child will actually eat.

📲 See if you qualify for WIC today:
🔗 https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support? Contact our WIC team:
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 ichdwic@iredellcountync.gov

WIC is an equal opportunity program.

Share to spread the word! 💙

02/24/2026

This is what public health leadership looks like. 💙

During Black History Month, we honor Dr. Marilyn Hughes Gaston — physician, 🩺 trailblazer, ✨ and national public health leader. 🇺🇸

Dr. Gaston broke barriers at the highest levels of public health:
✔️ First Black female physician to direct HRSA’s Bureau of Primary Health Care
✔️ Second Black woman to serve as Assistant Surgeon General
✔️ Achieved the rank of Rear Admiral in the U.S. Public Health Service
✔️ Honored with every Public Health Service award

Her sickle cell research led to legislation requiring early screening for infants, transforming care for thousands of families. Her leadership expanded access to primary care and strengthened systems serving communities nationwide.

Black History Month is about honoring those who paved the way and continuing the work.

Share to inspire the next generation of public health leaders. 💛💙

02/23/2026

🚍 We’re at Compare Foods — bringing care to you!

Knock out your grocery list and your health checklist in one stop. 🛒
📍 1314 W Front St., Statesville, NC 28677
🕙 10 AM – 3:30 PM

Services available today include:
💉 Child and Adult Immunizations (flat-fee)
🧪 Walk-in labs (flat-fee)
🩺 STI Express Screening (most services are no cost)
❤️ Blood Pressure Screening (no cost)
🤰 Pregnancy Testing & Counseling ($20.00)
👶 Car Seat Safety Checks (no cost)

📲 Learn more about our Mobile Health Unit and upcoming stops:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/HDMHUNIT

No appointment needed. Just stop by. 👋🏼
Share to spread the word. 💛💙

02/20/2026

Are you protected against measles?

North Carolina has reported 22 measles cases since late December, including cases in the Charlotte metro region that includes Iredell County. Some cases have not been linked to travel, which means local spread is occurring in parts of our region.

Measles spreads very easily, but vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect yourself and those around you.

You may already be protected if you:
✔️ Received the MMR vaccine
✔️ Had measles confirmed with a lab test
✔️ Were born before 1957
🛡️ Two doses of MMR are about 97% effective at preventing measles and often provide lifelong protection.

NCDHHS is urging vaccination for everyone age 1 and older. In areas experiencing community transmission, providers may also recommend early MMR vaccination for infants 6–11 months old.
If you’re unsure about your immunity, talk with your healthcare provider about testing or vaccination.

📍 MMR Vaccines Available at Iredell County Health Department
Statesville Location
• Walk-ins welcome
• Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Mooresville Location
• By appointment
📞 704-660-3625

📞 Questions? Call us at 704-878-5300

If you develop symptoms like high fever, cough, red eyes, or a rash that starts on the face and spreads, call ahead before visiting a provider to avoid exposing others.

💬 Share to spread the word
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02/19/2026

FDA is advising restaurants and retailers not to serve or sell—and consumers not to eat—certain oysters from Stellar Bay Shellfish Ltd. (British Columbia, Canada) due to possible norovirus contamination.

Brands: Kusshi, Chrome Point, Stellar Bay, Stellar Bay Gold
Harvest dates: 12/30/25, 1/20/26, 1/26/26, 1/29/26
States: CA, CO, FL, HI, IL, MD, NV, NY, PA, WA
https://www.fda.gov/food/alerts-advisories-safety-information/fda-advises-restaurants-and-retailers-not-serve-or-sell-and-consumers-not-eat-certain-oysters-6

02/19/2026

We’re at The Christian Mission today bringing care directly to you. 💙

📍 919 N Main St, Mooresville, NC 28115
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

If you’re nearby, this is an easy way to take care of your health without traveling across the county.

Services available today include:
• Immunizations (flat-fee)
• Walk-in labs (flat-fee)
• STI Express Screening (most services are no cost)
• Blood Pressure Screening (no cost)
• Pregnancy Testing & Counseling ($20.00)
• Car Seat Checks (no cost)

Public health should be practical, accessible, and close to home.
📲 Learn more about our Mobile Health Unit and upcoming stops:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/HDMHUNIT

📞 Questions? Call 704-878-5300

Share to spread the word. 💙💛

02/19/2026

Recall alert: “Tippy Toes” brand apple pear banana fruit puree has been recalled due to elevated levels of patulin. If you have this product with a “Best By” date of 07/17/2026, do not eat it or feed it to your child. Throw it away or return it for a refund. Learn more: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/if-copack-llc-dba-initiative-foods-recalls-tippy-toes-brand-apple-pear-banana-because-possible

02/18/2026

🥞 Recipe

Looking for a quick, protein-packed breakfast your family will actually eat? These Greek Yogurt Protein Pancakes are blended with oats for a naturally hearty, filling start to the day.

Made with Greek yogurt, oats, eggs, and milk, this recipe delivers protein, calcium, and fiber to support growing kids, strong bones, and steady energy throughout the day. Pair with fresh fruit for even more nutrition. 🍓🍌

💙 WIC foods like yogurt, milk, eggs, and oats can all play a role in building balanced meals at home.

Save this recipe for your next breakfast. 🍽

📲 See if you qualify for WIC today:
🔗 https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support? Contact our WIC team:
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 ichdwic@iredellcountync.gov

🌐 More info: Link in bio or https://tinyurl.com/ICHDWICNews

📢 WIC is an equal opportunity program.
💜 Share to spread the word!

02/17/2026

We all know smoking is dangerous. 🚬

American Heart Month is a good reminder of something just as important: your heart can heal after the breakup. 💔➡️❤️

The healing starts sooner than most people realize.
⏱️ Within 20 minutes, your heart rate and blood pressure begin to drop.
🩸 Within 2 weeks, your circulation improves.
📉 Within 1 year, your risk of a heart attack is cut in half.
🌱 After 10–15 years without smoking, your risk of heart disease and cancer drops close to that of someone who never smoked.

If you’re in North Carolina, free support is available 24/7 through QuitlineNC!
📞 Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669)
📲 Español: 1-855-Déjelo-Ya
💬 Text “Ready” to 34191
💻 Enroll online for WebCoach support
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Youth ages 13–26 can text VAPEFREENC to 873373
🔗 Learn more: https://quitlinenc.dph.ncdhhs.gov/

This American Heart Month, choose your heart. Healing starts sooner than you think. ❤️

🫶 Share to spread the word!