Leading the Charge to a Healthier Chatham
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.
Hot Topics
Healthy Chatham Diabetes Task Force Releases Diabetes Resource Guide
The Healthy Chatham Diabetes Task Force has compiled a resource guide for people with diabetes. The resource guide gives information on diabetes management topics such as healthy diets, physical activity, and medical visits. The guide also includes local resources for support groups and diabetes management.
Click here for the Diabetes Resource Guide in English.
Click here for the Diabetes Resource Guide in Spanish.
Health Department Awarded Grant from Eat Smart, Move More NC
Chatham County has received an Eat Smart, Move More NC Community Grant for 2010-2012 to fund local physical activity projects targeting youth ages 9 to 14. Chatham was one of 20 county/district health department projects funded in the state.
Click here to read the full press release.
Health Department Releases Obesity Prevention Report
At the May 17th Board of Commissioners' work session, the Chatham County Public Health Department presented a report and recommendations on how to address the obesity problem in Chatham County. The report is a result of a series of meetings held in 2009 with obesity prevention stakeholders.
Click here to read the full report.
Health Department Starts New Blog
The Chatham County Public Health Department has a new blog. The blog address is http://chathampublichealth.com/. The purpose of the blog is to open up communication with the public.
The blog will feature information on health department programs, events, and general public health news. The health department would like to hear from you. So please stop by and let us know what you think about the blog and what the health department is doing.
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: 7/21/2010 12:39:28 PM