Infectious Diseases
Look here for news and comments about Infectious Diseases in Guilford County.
Chronic Illness
Look here for information relating to Chronic Illness such as Obesity and Heart Disease.
Emergency Preparedness
Your Public Health Department’s response to Emergencies.
Community Needs and Events
Health issues, disparities and social justice topics of interest are discussed here.
Latest News and Information
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The Omnivore’s Dilemma
I'm a grateful Michael Pollan fan. He has taken a very complex topic (what we eat) and boiled it down to a simple 464 pages. (Just kidding...about the length of the book being...
March 12, 2010
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Obesity
Now that H1N1 is at a nadir, I want to talk with you about the obesity epidemic that is gaining national attention and that is locally apparent. I've recently attended a medical conference...
March 12, 2010
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Whatzup with H1N1 – 12 March 2010
The CDC sends out periodic reports of H1N1 activity in the US. One arrived in my inbox this afternoon. Flu...
March 12, 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: 336-641-6250Email: wrobins@co.guilford.nc.us