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 Weight of the Nation
Check out the new documentary on HBO about the nations obesity epidemic. I haven't had time to watch it yet but plan to do so over the coming week.
May 16, 2012
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The Obesity Epidemic
There’s been great fodder for rumination about the obesity epidemic with Dr. David Kessler’s visit for the Dunphy Lecture and by the publication of the Institute of Medicine’s Accelerating Progress in...
May 16, 2012
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Annual Adolescent Health Advocacy Day Scheduled
The Guilford County Department of Public Health and Cone Health Foundation are sponsoring the sixth annual Adolescent Health Advocacy Day, an opportunity for youth to communicate directly with elected officials, community leaders, parents...
May 10, 2012
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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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