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Opioid Crisis

The state and community partners are collaborating on an action plan to fight the opioid crisis.

COVID-19

Learn how the state is fighting COVID-19 with vaccines, testing and treatment.

Vital Records

Order a birth, death or marriage certificate, or other vital records. Check the status of your requests.

PFAS

The EPA released new drinking water regulations for 6 PFAS chemicals.

In the Spotlight

A few highlights of the latest North Carolina news in public health.

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600K+ North Carolinians Newly Eligible for Medicaid

Congenital Syphilis Cases Rising; NC on Alert

Get Your Fall COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines Together

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What is Public Health?

Public health improves our quality of life, helps children thrive, reduces human suffering and saves money. Every day, the public health field is working – often behind the scenes – to prevent hazards and keep people healthy.

Learn more about public health