Health

Hendersonville, N.C. (September 30, 2019) –The North Carolina Division of Public Health is conducting a survey of people who attended the fair NC Mountain State Fair in Fletcher, NC, between September 6-15, even if they did not become ill. Participation will help investigators understand the outbreak and could help prevent similar outbreaks in the future.

Hendersonville, N.C. (September 27, 2019) –Cases of Legionnaires’ disease continue to be reported to the Henderson County Department of Public Health. As of 12:30 p.m., Friday, September 27, there are 22 confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Henderson County. The case count is updated by 2:00 p.m. on the website at https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/health/page/legionnaires-disease.

Hendersonville, N.C. (September 26, 2019) –Numerous cases of Legionnaires’ disease continue to be reported to the Henderson County Department of Public Health. As of Thursday, September 26, there are 13 confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Henderson County.

Hendersonville, N.C. (September 25, 2019) –Numerous cases of Legionnaires’ disease have been reported to the Henderson County Department of Public Health. As of Tuesday, September 25, there are six confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Henderson County.

There’s no such thing as a calm season when it comes to natural disasters.

Late summer and fall are peak hurricane season in North Carolina, while tornadoes tend to strike most often in spring and late fall. Snow and ice storms can wreak havoc from December through March. And severe thunderstorms and floods can – and have – occur year-round.

Unfortunately, it’s not just severe weather that can cause problems. A public disturbance, chemical spill or explosion could happen at any time.

Large-scale events, like the devastating hurricanes of recent years, remind us of how important it is to be prepared for what comes after the high winds die down and the rain stops.

A natural disaster or unexpected emergency can severely limit people’s access to food, safe water, medicines, and medical supplies for days or weeks or even longer. Be prepared to protect your family’s health and well-being by having the personal needs, prescriptions, paperwork, power sources, and practical skills you need to respond.

Hendersonville, NC (August 14, 2019)—The North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition (NCBC) has awarded the Henderson County Department of Public Health and WIC Program the Mother-Baby Friendly Clinic Award for outpatient healthcare clinics. WIC joins a growing number of awardees committed to evidence-based, high-quality breastfeeding support.

As your children head back to school this fall, make sure vaccination is at the top of your checklist. August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), and this annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life. You have the power to protect yourself and your family against serious diseases like flu, whooping cough, and measles with vaccines. The CDC’s Interactive Vaccine Guide provides information on the vaccines recommended during pregnancy and throughout your child’s life.

Hendersonville, NC (July 26, 2019) – Moms, friends and families will gather to celebrate and support breastfeeding on Friday, August 2, 10:00 a.m. – noon, at East Flat Rock Park, 107 Blue Ridge Road. The free event takes place during World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7, when thousands of women and their children across the world participate in activities to highlight the importance of supporting breastfeeding families. The celebration will showcase community resources that can support a woman in her breastfeeding journey.

Landslides occur when masses of rock, earth, or debris move down a slope. They occur in all U.S. states and territories and can be caused by many factors including earthquakes, storms, volcanic eruptions, fire and human modification of land.

Debris flows, also known as mudslides, are a common type of fast-moving landslide that tends to flow in channels.