Jackson County, NC Department of Public Health

03/31/2026

Colon cancer screening should begin at age 45. It's the #1 way to prevent colon cancer. Whether it’s using Cologuard, visiting your doctor, taking a FIT test, or taking the quiz on leadfrombehind.org, everyone should know their choices for getting screened. (image:LFB2.0GraphicsChoices)

La detección del cáncer de colon debe comenzar a los 45 años. Es la forma número uno de prevenir el cáncer de colon. Ya sea mediante el uso de Cologuard, una visita a su médico, una prueba FIT o el cuestionario en leadfrombehind.org, todas las personas deben conocer sus opciones para realizarse la detección.

03/30/2026

Statewide Ban!

STATEWIDE BAN ON OPEN BURNING

From N.C. Forest Service:
“Due to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice.

Under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning in the affected counties, regardless of whether a permit was previously issued. The issuance of any new permits has also been suspended until the ban is lifted. Anyone violating the burn ban faces a $100 fine plus $183 court costs. Any person responsible for setting a fire may be liable for any expenses related to extinguishing the fire.

The burn ban does not apply to fires started within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The local fire marshal has authority to issue a burn ban within those 100 feet.

Read news release: https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/03/28/statewide-burn-ban-issued-north-carolina-due-hazardous-forest-fire-conditions “

03/30/2026

Lock your Meds to protect not only your children but anyone with cognitive impairment.

03/27/2026

We’re hiring Public Health Nurses! Join our team and make a lasting impact on the health of our community. Apply today.
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03/27/2026

Protect your pets. Protect your community. 🐾💉
Join us at our Rabies Clinic to keep your furry friends safe, healthy, and up to date on their vaccines. Low-cost, quick, and essential—because prevention starts here!

I’ll be there to vaccinate your kitties so come see us!

03/27/2026

Si planea viajar durante las vacaciones de primavera, especialmente a lugares con brotes (Carolina del Sur y partes de Carolina del Norte), conozca su estado de vacunación contra el sarampión. Llame al Departamento de Salud al 828-586-8994.

Fuente de Imagen: CDC

03/27/2026

If you plan to travel during Spring Break, especially to outbreak locations (South Carolina and parts of North Carolina; know your Measles Vaccination status, call the Health Department at 828-586-8994.

IMAGE SOURCE: CDC

03/26/2026

Meet Allie, who represents Public Health with excellence! Allie is one of our amazing Office Assistants! We’re grateful for her dedication and the support she brings to our team!

03/26/2026

Ongoing management of chronic kidney disease is essential, whether you’re experiencing symptoms or not. This National Kidney Month, live healthier and happier with kidney health tips from @ National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/community-health-outreach/national-kidney-month

El manejo continuo de la enfermedad renal crónica es esencial, tanto si presenta síntomas como si no. En este Mes Nacional del Riñón, viva de manera más saludable y feliz siguiendo los consejos sobre salud renal del Instituto Nacional de Diabetes y Enfermedades Digestivas y Renales (NIDDK).
IMAGE SOURCE: NIH

03/25/2026

We’re Hiring! 🐾
Join our team as an Animal Shelter Attendant! Help care for animals, support adoptions, and make a difference in the lives of our furry friends.

Apply today and be part of our mission to protect and care for animals!
https://ow.ly/cLlQ50YyLiS?

03/25/2026

Remember sitting devices are not designed for sleeping! When sleeping in a semi-upright position Baby’s head can slump forward, potentially blocking their airway. As soon as you notice your baby has fallen asleep in an unsafe device, move them to their crib, bassinet, or a firm,flat surface. Also make sure to put your baby to sleep on their back for naps and at night until they are over the age of 1.

Recuerde que los dispositivos para sentarse no son diseñados para dormir. Cuando el bebé duerme en una posición semi-vertical, su cabeza puede inclinarse hacia adelante, lo que podría bloquear sus vías respiratorias. Tan pronto como note que su bebé se ha quedado dormido en un dispositivo inseguro, colóquelo en su cuna, moisés o en una superficie firme y plana. Además, asegúrese de poner a su bebé a dormir boca arriba durante las siestas y por la noche hasta que tenga más de 1 año.

03/24/2026

It's World TB Day.
Es día Mundial de la Tuberculosis.
IMAGE SOURCE: WHO