Infectious Diseases
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Latest News and Information
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Influenza vaccine is available
It’s not too late to get your seasonal flu vaccination. We have plenty of flu vaccine and the infection hasn't spread widely in NC yet. To obtain a seasonal flu vaccination, check with your doctor...
January 12, 2012
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First Case of Confirmed Animal Rabies in Guilford County
The Guilford County Department of Public Health is alerting residents that a raccoon found on Buckingham Road in Greensboro tested positive for the rabies virus on January 11, 2012. This is the first...
January 12, 2012
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Lithium Battery Poisoning
Each year, 3,500 button battery swallowing cases are reported to US poison control centers. The most serious cases involve nickel-sized 20mm diameter batteries. The battery gets stuck in a child’s throat and can burn through...
December 9, 2011
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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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