Health

The Department of Public Health records all births and deaths that occur in Henderson County regardless of residency status. All births and deaths must be filed with the local Deputy Registrar within five days of the occurrence.

If you have questions concerning filing a birth or death record please contact the Deputy Registrar at 828-694-6037. The original copy is sent to the NC Vital Records Department, 919-733-3000. A copy is sent to Henderson County Register of Deeds at the Henderson County Courthouse.

What is Public Health?

The Department of Public Health's mission is to promote, protect, and advance the health and wellness of our community. 

See how public health works every day in Henderson County to prevent disease, promote healthy living, and respond to threats to our well being.

Mosquitoes are pests. The red bump and itching caused by an allergic reaction to the female mosquito’s saliva when it bites you is bad enough. But they also carry diseases that afflict humans as well as animals. Take measures to eliminate mosquito breeding areas and reduce the likelihood of mosquito bites.

The Henderson County Department of Public Health is located at 1200 Spartanburg Hwy., Suite 100, Hendersonville, NC 28792. View our contact information, hours, and directions.

At the Health Department, our healthcare team includes a physician medical director and a group of experienced clinical providers. You may request a specific provider or choose to see the next available provider for your visit. We will always do our best to accommodate your preferences.

All clinic staff are committed to providing respectful, patient-centered care. We want you to feel comfortable during your visit and encourage you to ask questions at any time. If you need additional information, please call (828) 692-4223 and ask to speak with a clinic nurse.

The Department of Public Health's mission is to promote, protect, and advance the health and wellness of our community. 

What is public health? Overall, public health is concerned with protecting the health of entire populations. These populations can be as small as a local neighborhood or as big as an entire country. Learn more about Public Health. 

Community Health Assessment

Read the 2024 Community Health Assessment. 

The 2024-2026 health priorities with focus areas are:

As of April 14, 2003, the Henderson County Department of Public Health implemented the Federal Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule and HIPAA Privacy Policies of Henderson County Government. HIPAA regulates how protected health information about an individual can be used and disclosed and the rights of an individual regarding their medical information and privacy. Please read our Notice of Privacy. If you have any questions, please call the Privacy Official at (828) 692-4223.