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Latest News and Information
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Pertussis
You may have heard that there is an outbreak of whooping cough in California. There are always multiple reasons epidemics occur, but one causal factor appears...
July 11, 2010
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Just in case you missed it
The press release from DHHS has a link to a video showing how to capture a bat. Capturing a bat I am sooo...
July 9, 2010
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News Release from NCDHHS: Bats In Your Attic? Be Aware Of Rabies, Health Risks
RALEIGH — During the height of summer and mosquito season, bats flying through the night sky are typically a welcome sight. But when bats venture indoors, it may be a different story. While the...
July 9, 2010
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Dept of Public Health
Guilford County Department of Public Health has the distinction of being the first full-time county health department organized in NC and the second county health department in the nation. Since organized on May 11, 1911, the Department has been dedicated in protecting, promoting, and enhancing the health and well-being of all people and the environment in Guilford County. Learn more at guilfordhealth.org. -
More Information
To obtain swine flu and seasonal flu vaccines, first check with your own healthcare provider. If no vaccine is available through your doctor's office, call the health department in Greensboro at 336-641-5563 or 845-7655 in High Point for available appointments and clinics. Be patient please.
For general information about swine flu, call our H1N1 information line at 336-641-7777.
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Get in touch
We will be happy to hear from you, no matter the subject. For contacting us please use our contact page or the info below.
Phone: 336-641-7777
Fax: 336-641-6250
Email: wrobins@co.guilford.nc.us
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