Topics Related to Women, Infant and Community Wellness

New PBS NC Series "Health Heroes" Helps Kids Learn About Public Health

Who says you can’t be Sherlock Holmes when you grow up? NC public health professionals track and test for diseases to help stop them and keep communities safe.

Or maybe you want to keep playing in the dirt as a grown-up. NC environmental health experts dig holes, test the soil and make sure our groundwater is safe.

You can now learn more about public health careers in a new TV series called “Health Heroes.” The children’s educational series is on PBS North Carolina. 

Pregnant? Tips to Protect Your Heart and Warning Signs to Never Ignore

When you’re pregnant, your heart works twice as hard. It is running a marathon every day to support you and your growing baby.  

Even if you are young and feel healthy, pregnancy puts a lot of extra stress on your body. This stress can show hidden heart problems or cause a sudden jump in your blood pressure. From the time you become pregnant until your baby’s first birthday, heart problems are the top health risk you face.  

When Life Doesn’t Stop, A Healthy Start Helps

Southeastern North Carolina Healthy Start (SENCHS) gives Cumberland and Hoke families extra support.

Day in the Life of a Perinatal Health Coordinator

Have you ever wondered what a day in public health looks like? A lot of the work happens quietly, behind the scenes.

In the Women, Infant, and Community Wellness section at NCDHHS' Division of Public Health, people work hard to:

Bring groups togetherTeach health providersImprove health for moms and babies across our state

We spent time with Dr. Meredith Aulds, the Perinatal Health Strategic Plan Coordinator, to learn how her work supports NC every day.

NC Public Health Response to June Measles Case Helped Prevent Spread

North Carolina is working to prevent measles during a national increase in cases. Here's how to protect yourself and others.

Celebrating National Public Health Week

We bet you know someone who works in public health. We're your neighbors and friends, working in every county to protect the health of all North Carolinians.

First Confirmed Case of Measles in NC in 2025

North Carolina is working to prevent measles during a national increase in cases. Here's how to protect yourself and others.

3 Ways to Get Kids to Snack Healthy

It's National Nutrition Month! Healthy snacks benefit children’s teeth and health. They help build strong bones and muscles and boost brain development.

Ensuring Water Safety after Hurricane Helene

Access to safe water is a top concern in Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. Here's how to ensure your water is safe and prevent illness.

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."