News and Announcements

Fight the Flu
Park Ridge Health, Pardee Hospital, and the Department of Public Health are teaming up this year to fight the flu. Getting a flu shot is one of the most important things people can do to stay healthy this winter. Read more...

Community Flu Clinic HOT LINE 828-694-4040

Location: Pardee Health Education Center at the Blue Ridge Mall

When: Thursday, September 16, 1:00 - 7:00 pm and

Friday, September 17, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

No Appointment Needed

Cost: $25 or no charge with BCBS, Medicare Part B, Medicare PFFS, Medicare Railroad, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Wells Fargo, Crescent PPO, Today's Options, Health Choice, Primary Physician Care, Self Pay, and Medicaid. Be prepared to pay a co-payment if your plan requires it.

For anyone not covered under one of the listed insurance companies, the cost of the flu vaccine is $25 payable by cash, check, or credit card.

Flu shots will be given to anyone 19 years old or over. Persons younger than 19 should get their flu shot at their health care provider's office.

This clinic is sponsored by Pardee Hospital, Park Ridge Health, and the Department of Public Health.

Flu vaccinations recommended for all age groups this season.
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FAQs about Immunizations Needed for School Entry

Information about the Vaccines for Children Program

Questions about the egg recall and Salmonella?

The Department of Public Health is the recipient of the 2010 Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplace Award and the 2010 Breastfeeding-Friendly Business Award given by the North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition.

The Henderson County Department of Public Health has received an Eat Smart, Move More NC Community Grant for 2010-2012 to fund local physical activity projects targeting youth ages 9 to 14. More...

North Carolina’s Smoke-Free Restaurants and Bars Law
As of January 2, 2010, nearly all restaurants and bars in North Carolina and many lodging establishments are smoke-free, thanks to S.L 2009-27 (G. S. 130A-496), otherwise known as North Carolina’s Smoke-Free Restaurants and Bars Law. On this site, SmokeFree.NC.Gov, you will find information about the law, frequently asked questions, tools for businesses to prepare for the law, and information for citizens. Violations can be filed by calling the CARE-LINE at 1-800-662-7030 from 7 am - 11 pm seven days a week.

The Department of Public Health's Programs & Services brochure is also available in Spanish. To request a copy, contact Linda Charping at (828) 694-6063.

Effective December 1, 2009, the NC DPH Immunization Branch has changed the availability of certain vaccines. Children who qualify for the Vaccines for Children Program will continue to get the vaccines at no cost, however some families will now be responsible for the cost of vaccines that are recommended but not required. This change is a result of significant budget cuts to North Carolina’s vaccine program. We regret that we are no longer able to offer all recommended childhood vaccines and some adult vaccines at no cost. 

Where can I find dental care? Who provides medical transportation? Answers to these questions and others are in our updated Community Resources for Health and Wellness brochure. A Spanish version is available as well.