Topics Related to Women, Infant and Community Wellness

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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."

Thanks to recent expansion, access to birth control is improving for North Carolinians.

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 TilsonState Health Director / NCDHHS Chief Medical Officer

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