Leading the Charge to a Healthier Chatham
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FLU SEASON INFORMATION!!
Make sure to get your flu shot! Click here for more information. Seasonal and H1N1 shots available by appointment for anyone six months and older.
Please call the Pittsboro clinic at 542-8220 or the Siler City clinic at 742-5641 to schedule your appointment. Please bring your insurance card if you have one.
H1N1 FLU VACCINE UPDATE:
CONSENT FORMS- Please fill out ahead of time and bring to your appointment.
- Click here for the H1N1 Injectable Vaccine Consent form in English.
- Click here for the H1N1 Injectable Vaccine Consent form in Spanish.
- Click here for the H1N1 Intranasal Consent Form in English.
- Click here for the H1N1 Intranasal Consent Form in Spanish.
Click here for more H1N1 flu Information
SEASONAL FLU:
Click here for seasonal flu information. |
Health Department Mission
The mission of Chatham County Public Health Department is to protect and promote the health of Chatham County residents in partnership with the community by:
- Preventing the spread of diseases,
- Fostering healthy lifestyles,
- Reducing health risks and disparities,
- Providing or assuring quality health services, and
- Responding to disaster and assisting communities in recovery.
Information on Services, click here
Hours and Locations, click here.
Contact Information, click here
Hot Topics
2009 Health of Chatham Report Released
The 2009 Health of Chatham report has been released. Chatham County has made strides in its health in the past year. You can find out just how much in the 2009 Health of Chatham report in English and in Spanish.
“The annual Health of Chatham Report updates the public on the county’s progress on the health priorities identified in the 2006 Community Health Assessment,” states Holly Coleman, Public Health Director.
Reports will be available at all health department sites and county libraries.
Board of Health Accepting Award Nominations
The Chatham County Board of Health is now accepting nominations for the 2009 Community Health Partnership Award.
The award is for the local community partner who has advanced the practice of public health in Chatham County during 2009 by participating in partnerships that address prevention of disease, promotion of healthy lifestyles, provision of quality health services, and protection of the environment.
Click here for the nomination form. All nominations are due by Friday, March 26th.
Norovirus Affects Triangle Area Residents
Norovirus has been making Triangle area residents sick during the last few weeks. Outbreaks have occurred in Durham and Wake Counties, with suspected cases in Orange County.
Norovirus, sometimes called the “stomach flu”, is a virus that causes stomach and intestinal problems. Symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach cramps. Illnesses generally last about one to two days before people begin to recover.
There are ways to prevent contracting norovirus. Click here to learn about prevention methods.
2010 Census is Coming
The purpose of the Census is to provide an official count and collect valuable information about the population, such as shifts in population from one area to another, income levels, racial and ethnic composition and other important trends. Click here for more information on the 2010 Census.
Animal Control Spay/Neuter Program
The Chatham County Public Health Department's Animal Control Division offers $20 spay/neuter vouchers to Chatham County residents whose household income is less than 200% of the federal income guidelines. For example, single householders making less than $20,000 qualify. Families of four making less than $40,000 also qualify. Please call The Chatham County Animal Shelter at 542-7203 for more information. Click here to go to the Animal Control website for more information.
Health Department Notices
HIPAA
The Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects your private health information. Please read the HIPAA policy of the Chatham County Public Health Department here.
Interpretation Services
Spanish language interpretation services are available at health department sites. Other languages are assisted by a telephone hotline.
Privacy Notices
This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully. Click here for the notice in English. Click here for the notice in Spanish.
Health Department Website
For questions or comments about the content of the health department website, please contact webmaster Marissa Jelks at marissa.jelks@chathamnc.org
Last updated date: 2/22/2010 3:06:13 PM