Mar 27, 2025
Learn more at Ready.gov Are you wildfire ready? Knowing what to do before, during and after a wildfire can empower you to take action. Be Informed Sign up for local emergency alerts. Visit your county emergency management website. Follow local emergency services on...
Mar 24, 2025
Due to a North Carolina law, all students are required to receive the MCV vaccine before starting 12th grade or 17 years of age. The vaccine will be offered to 11th graders school during the week of April 21. Transylvania Public Health school nurses will administer...
Mar 24, 2025
Due to a North Carolina law, all students are required to receive the Tdap & MCV vaccines before starting 7th grade or 12 years of age. Both vaccines will be offered to 6th graders school during the week of April 21. Transylvania Public Health school nurses will...
Jan 31, 2025
Public health officials have noted a recent increase in flu cases in Transylvania County, including several cases in long-term care facilities and two deaths from influenza this season. Influenza is a serious respiratory illness that can cause mild to severe symptoms....
Oct 18, 2024
last updated Friday, Oct 18 at 4pm Daily, 9am-11am and 4pm-6pm – continental breakfast and takeaway dinner meals at Cedar Mountain Community Center (10635 Greenville Hwy) Daily until power is restored, 11am-4pm – Balsam Grove Community Center (8732 Parkway...
Oct 15, 2024
Make an appointment TODAY for the 2024 flu shot clinic hosted by Transylvania Public Health! The single best way to help prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccination. And the ideal time to get one is in October. This ensures that you will have the best protection...
Oct 2, 2024
PRINTABLE VERSION After the flood waters have receded: Use the septic system very sparingly until water over the septic tank and drainfield areas is no longer evident on the ground surface. If the system is damaged and in need of repair, contact your local health...
Oct 1, 2024
Access to safe and potable water remains a top concern in Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is sharing guidance on actions people can take to ensure water is safe and to prevent...
Oct 1, 2024
Perishable food such as meat, poultry, seafood, milk, and eggs that are not kept adequately refrigerated or frozen may cause illness if consumed, even when they are thoroughly cooked. Never taste food to determine if it is safe to eat. Throw out any food with an...
Mar 12, 2024
The following guidance for COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses such as flu and RSV can help prevent the spread of these illnesses. People who are experiencing symptoms of any respiratory illness should stay home and stay away from others until symptoms have been...
