Topics Related to Epidemiology

Plan for Respiratory Virus Season: Get Vaccinated Against Flu, COVID-19

Everyone 6 months and older should get their seasonal flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine.  The updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines offer protection from virus strains spreading this fall and winter. Vaccines are the best way to protect from serious illness and hospitalization.

"It's important to make a plan now, at the start of the respiratory season, to protect yourself and your loved ones. Get vaccinated to avoid missing work and enjoy fall activities, sports and gatherings with friends and family."

Get Ready for School with Required and Routine Vaccines

It's back-to-school time — and time to get children up to date on vaccines to protect their health.

Getting up to date is important since children and teens are more susceptible to certain diseases. Vaccines prevent disease spread in classrooms, at home and in your community.

"Ensuring children are current on their childhood vaccines is essential for both child and family health and well-being."

Dr. Elizabeth Cuervo Tilson
State Health Director / NCDHHS Chief Medical Officer

Summer Safety: Tips for Enjoying North Carolina's Recreational Waters

Recreational waters are heating up in North Carolina. To help ensure a safe and enjoyable summer for you and your pets, check out these tips.

Spotlight on Success: NCDHHS Division of Public Health

North Carolinians' health is improving thanks to new and expanded state health programs and services.

Seasonal Respiratory Viruses Surge in NC, Hospital Admissions Spike

Combat seasonal illness with vaccines and treatment, and prevent the spread of COVID-19 and flu with these five tips.

Congenital Syphilis Cases Rising; North Carolina on Alert

North Carolina is on alert after five stillbirth and neonatal deaths this year related to congenital syphilis. State law requires clinicians to screen all pregnant women for syphilis at least three times during pregnancy to help prevent congenital syphilis.

6 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe During Water Activities

Are you heading for North Carolina's recreational waters to beat the heat? Here are six tips to keep you and your pets safe.

Beat the Heat: 7 Tips for Staying Cool

Protect yourself, your children and your pets as temperatures rise across North Carolina.

Summer Safety: Tips for Grilling, Swimming and Beating the Heat

Before you fire up the grill or cool off with a swim this summer, check out these safety tips.

Swimming Safety

May is National Water Safety Month. Keep these safety tips in mind when you enjoy the state's beaches, lakes, rivers and pools:

5 Ways to Keep Mosquitoes and Ticks Away

Warm weather in North Carolina means more outdoor fun — but also more mosquitoes and ticks. Luckily there are steps you can take to protect yourself from these pests.