Public health is critical in North Carolina
Our programs and services touch the lives of every North Carolina resident and visitor.
We are educators, protectors, investigators, advocates and scientists.
We're neighbors and friends, working in every county across the state. We're committed to helping every community be as healthy as possible.
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North Carolinians trust and value NCDHHS
More North Carolinians trust public health than ever before. Most say the work of NCDHHS is essential to keeping the state healthy.
People see public health as caring, effective and part of everyday life — from hurricane response to food safety and mental health.
"Helping people is the basic reason why all of us are here."
Shonetta Smith
Laboratory Improvement Manager
State Laboratory of Public Health