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"NC tracks COVID-19, flu, and RSV through wastewater to detect trends early and protect community health."
North Carolina has reported its first flu-related death of the 2025-26 season. An adult in the western part of the state died from flu complications in early October.“This is a sad reminder that flu infections can be serious and, in some cases, even fatal. We encourage everyone to take preventative measures against flu and other respiratory illnesses like getting your yearly flu shot, regularly washing your hands, covering your cough and staying home when sick to avoid infecting others.”— State Epidemiologist Dr. Zack Moore
"COVID-19 vaccines now available at NC pharmacies without a prescription for adults and children 6 months+, making protection easier."
"Get kids back-to-school ready: Ensure NC children are up to date on vaccines for protection against serious, preventable diseases."
"Find free childhood vaccines near you with NC’s new Vaccines for Children provider map to protect kids from preventable diseases."
Protect yourself and others with vaccines, testing and treatment, and these five tips to stop the spread.
Are you prepared? Here's what to know about seasonal flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines. Get free COVID-19 home tests by mail or at a location near you.
Get your child ready for school and protected from disease with required and routine vaccines in North Carolina.
Combat seasonal illness with vaccines and treatment, and prevent the spread of COVID-19 and flu with these five tips.