Hyde County Health Department

11/20/2025

We will be closed on Thanksgiving (Nov 27 - 28). We will reopen December 1.

We are thankful for all of you!
Happy Thanksgiving!

11/20/2025

Let's quit smoking together.

Did you know there are benefits to quitting smoking that can be observed in as little as 20 minutes? For more information and to make a quit plan, go to https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco/guide-quitting-smoking.html The health department and the Quitline are also here for you. Call 252-926-4399 for a Quitline referral.

11/20/2025

Kristi Williams Started her HCHD career on 10/24/2005 as a Processing Assistant IV with duties of Health Check Coordinator and Medication Assistant Program Assistant, which required her Pharmacy Technician credentials. Another responsibility Kristi took on later in her career was WIC Administrative Support, and she ended her career as the HCHD front desk receptionist. During her 20 year tenure, Kristi was called upon to fill in gaps and pick up auxiliary duties that were supportive to various disciplines within the agency, which she handled with grace and perseverance.

Kristi enjoyed camaraderie with her co-workers. Many times she was the center of laughter and good stories. She has been known for “telling it like it is” while also being sensitive to others feelings. No one could ever doubt her love for her family. She has always talked about them with much love, and it is obvious they are the light of her life. In fact, her retirement plans involve spending more time with her grandchildren, making memories and enjoying their very presence. We wish you well, Kristi!

11/20/2025

Hugh Watson Started his HCHD career in April 1992 as the HCHD “Sanitarian” which is now referred to as an Environmental Health Specialist. Hugh had a Bachelor of Science-Wildlife Biology degree from NC State University, but he also had backbone, passion for Hyde residents, and dedication. His charge to grow and maintain environmental health in the county, i.e. septic tanks, wells, restaurant inspections, (just to name a few) has not always been easy. Most people are not aware of the stringent rules that must be followed related to our soil. Suffice it to say, Hugh, with the support of many folks, was able to navigate the challenges with integrity, passion, and dedication. It should be noted that Hugh actually retired from HCHD on December 31, 2012. However, he loved us so much and wanted to serve Hyde County enough that he came back to work on a part-time basis on February 1, 2013. This time, his retirement is final (so he says).

On a personal level, Hugh is a successful and demanded taxidermist. His work is known far and wide. He has also been married to his wife, Barbara, for many years, and they enjoy each other, their church family, and traveling together immensely. It is likely Hugh’s retirement will be filled with all of this. We wish you well, Hugh!

11/20/2025

Please join us in welcoming one of the newest members of our team, Tonya Shumate. Tonya is filling the role of Substance Abuse Worker within our Substance Awareness Department. Tonya is originally from Jacksonville, North Carolina, and has lived in Swan Quarter since 2016. She lives with her husband, daughter, and an array of pets, including a pig! In her spare time, Tonya loves to read thrillers and swim in the ocean. Tonya says that she is so excited for this opportunity and is looking forward to serving the citizens of Hyde County!

11/20/2025

Join us in welcoming one of our newest employees! Jennifer Jarvis is from Swan Quarter, NC, and is a recent graduate of Columbia Southern University. Jennifer recently completed a Masters in Organizational Leadership before joining us at HCHD. She has five children and several grandchildren. Technology and informatics is one of Jennifer's greatest passions in life and she is so excited to be working in Hyde County and serving the needs of her home community.
Jennifer will be assisting with maintaining technology systems, social media and websites. Please join us in congratulating her on her new role! We appreciate your patience as Jennifer orients to her new role at HCHD!

11/20/2025

Join us in welcoming one of our newest employees! Nikki Evans is from Pinetown, NC, and is a recent graduate of Western Carolina University. Nikki recently completed an internship with Pitt County Environmental Health before joining us at HCHD. She was also recently married to her wonderful husband who loves fishing in Swan Quarter. Public health is one of Nikki's greatest passions in life and she is so excited to be working in Hyde County and serving this community.

Nikki is serving in the front desk role, filling the position previously held by our veteran Processing Assistant, Kristi Williams. Among other things, Nikki will be assisting with patient check-in, check-out, and appointment scheduling. Please join us in congratulating her on her new role! We appreciate your patience as Nikki orients to her new role at HCHD!

11/20/2025

We are among the nearly 61 million Americans who call communities home. Join us in celebrating the for and thanking our many partners, from our local first responders to the larger public health agencies such as ECU Health and Outer Banks Health, for their strength, resilience, and innovation to meet health challenges and keep us healthy.

Learn more at powerofrural.org.

11/12/2025

Please join us in wishing our very own Emma Williams, FNP-C, a very happy National Nurse Practitioner Week!

11/10/2025

November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. Diabetes can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart, and it is linked to some types of cancer. But there’s also good news: Taking charge of your health may help you prevent diabetes health problems.

Did you know that managing diabetes as soon as possible may prevent serious health problems? Diabetes occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar...

11/10/2025

We will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11th. Thank you for your service, Veterans!