Flu Vaccine Clinic: 10/2/26

Flu Vaccine Clinic: 10/2/26

Make an appointment for the 2026 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 throughout...
2026 School Flu Vaccine Initiative

2026 School Flu Vaccine Initiative

Transylvania Public Health is partnering with Transylvania County Schools to offer flu vaccinations at county schools. Only injectable flu shots will be given, and all flu vaccines offered by Transylvania Public Health for 2026-2027 are preservative free. The flu can...
Alert: Possible Rabies Exposure

Alert: Possible Rabies Exposure

Several baby goats at a mobile petting zoo based in Iredell County have tested positive for rabies. They may have been in direct contact with people at public events across multiple counties while infectious. If you had contact with baby goats from the Farm Adventures...
11th Graders: Stay on Track

11th Graders: Stay on Track

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 13. Transylvania Public Health school nurses will administer...
6th Graders: Stay on Track

6th Graders: Stay on Track

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 13. Transylvania Public Health school nurses will...
Transylvania County WIC is Open

Transylvania County WIC is Open

Even with the federal government shutdown, Transylvania County WIC remains open at this time. We encourage WIC participants to keep using their benefits, attending appointments, and accessing services just like normal. Participants can see their available benefits on...