Jackson County, NC Department of Public Health

05/16/2026

May 16-22, 2026 is National Boating Safety Week, Happy Boating, remember to make sure that your children wear the appropriate fitting life jacket and that the life jacket is US Coast Guard approved.

Del 16 al 22 de Mayo del 2026 se celebra la Semana Nacional de la Seguridad en la Navegación. ¡Feliz Navegación! Recuerde asegurarse de que sus hijos usen un chaleco salvavidas de la talla adecuada y que esté aprobado por la Guardia Costera de los Estados Unidos.

05/15/2026

Early detection saves lives 💗 Join us for our Mammogram Screening Event and take an important step for your health. Regular screenings can help detect breast cancer early — when treatment is most effective.

Schedule your screening, encourage the women you love to do the same, and prioritize your health today.

05/15/2026

We’re excited to officially launch the new Department of Public Health website!

Our updated site is now integrated directly into the county website, replacing our previous standalone page. This new platform will make it easier for our community to access public health information, services, programs, updates, and resources all in one place.

To find us from the county homepage:
➡️ Navigate to “Departments”
➡️ Select “Department of Public Health”

We’re still working through a few final updates and small kinks as we continue improving the site, so thank you for your patience during the transition. We’re excited to keep building a better online experience for our community!

05/15/2026

Did you know May is Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) Month. Are you sure your child’s car seat is installed correctly? We have several Certified Passenger Seat Technicians in the county that work hard to ensure our children are safe while in a car. If you are unsure if your child’s car seat is installed correctly, Reach Out to Your Local Fire Department, Jackson County Emergency Management, or Jackson County Rescue Squad.

¿Sabía que mayo es el Mes del Técnico en Seguridad de Pasajeros Infantiles (CPST)? ¿Está seguro de que el asiento de seguridad de su hijo está instalado correctamente? Contamos con varios Técnicos Certificados en Seguridad de Pasajeros en el condado que trabajan arduamente para garantizar que nuestros niños estén seguros mientras viajan en un vehículo. Si no está seguro de que el asiento de seguridad de su hijo esté instalado correctamente, comuníquese con su Departamento de Bomberos Local, la Gestión de Emergencias del Condado de Jackson o el Escuadrón de Rescate del Condado de Jackson.
IMAGE SOURCE: NCPS

05/15/2026

May is Mental Health Month! In a world of constant change, it's important to prioritize your mental well-being. Turn your awareness into action this month!

¡Mayo es el Mes de la Salud Mental! En un mundo de cambios constantes, es importante priorizar su bienestar mental. ¡Convierta la concientización en acción este mes!
IMAGE SOURCE: NIH

05/14/2026

We’re Hiring at the Animal Shelter!

Do you have a passion for animals and a heart for serving your community? Our shelter is looking for a dedicated team member to help care for animals and support shelter operations.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/JacksonCounty(NC)/

05/14/2026

Hepatitis C is a serious disease that can lead to liver cancer if left untreated. The only way to know if you have hepatitis C is to get tested. The CDC now recommends that all adults get tested at least once. Contact Jackson County Department of Public Health at 828-586-8994 to schedule an appointment to get tested.

La Hepatitis C es una enfermedad grave que puede provocar cáncer de hígado si no se trata. La única manera de saber si tiene hepatitis C es hacerse la prueba. Los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC) ahora recomiendan que todos los adultos se hagan la prueba al menos una vez. Comuníquese con el Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Jackson al 828-586-8994 para programar una cita para hacerse la prueba. ”

05/13/2026

Currently, there are no confirmed cases of hantavirus in North Carolina. At this time, the risk of infection in our state remains extremely low. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and share updates if new information becomes available.

NCDHHS is closely monitoring the recent hantavirus outbreak connected to the M/V Hondius and remains in communication with federal, state, and local health partners.

At this time, there are no cases of hantavirus in North Carolina and the risk to the public remains extremely low.

Public health officials will continue monitoring the situation and supporting any necessary response efforts to help protect the health and well being of North Carolinians.

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/48UvUY5
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El NCDHHS está monitoreando de cerca el reciente brote de hantavirus vinculado al M/V Hondius y se mantiene en comunicación con sus socios de salud a nivel federal, estatal y local.

En este momento, no hay casos de hantavirus en Carolina del Norte y el riesgo para el público sigue siendo extremadamente bajo.

Los funcionarios de salud pública continuarán monitoreando la situación y apoyando cualquier esfuerzo de respuesta necesario para ayudar a proteger la salud y el bienestar de los habitantes de Carolina del Norte.

Más información ➡️ https://bit.ly/48UvUY5

05/13/2026

For your peace of mind, teach your children about fire safety: Hear a Beep, on your Feet.

Para su tranquilidad, enséñele a sus hijos sobre la seguridad contra incendios: Si escucha un pitido, póngase de pie de inmediato.
IMAGE SOOURCE: NFPA

05/13/2026

Get ready to pedal your way to better health! Whether you're commuting, exploring, or exercising, biking offers a fun and eco-friendly way to stay active.

¡Prepárese para pedalear hacia una mejor salud! Ya sea para transportarse, explorar o hacer ejercicio, andar en bicicleta ofrece una forma divertida y ecológica de mantenerse activa. ”
IMAGE SOURCE: BIKE LEAGUE