H1N1 Information
Look here for news and comments about Swine flu in Guilford County.
Infection Prevention
Look here for tips on how to protect yourself against Swine flu and other infectious diseases.
Immunizations
Look here for information about the safety and benefits of vaccines.
Miscellaneous Topics
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Latest News and Information
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Outbreaks of Vaccine Preventable Diseases
I'm certain that the CDC will report the details of the epidemic of mumps currently ongoing in New York within the next several weeks. Suffice it to say...
February 7, 2010
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A Matter of Truth
As an Infectious Diseases consultant for two and a half decades I prescribed antibiotics to people with life threatening infections. I acknowledged that each time I gave an antibiotic there was a risk that...
February 3, 2010
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Deja vu all over again
On Friday, 29 January 2010, the Guilford County Department of Public Health received notice of another "recall" of influenza vaccine...again. Some of the vaccine in the "recall" came to Guilford County...again. Not to worry. ...
February 1, 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