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Prepare Now for Hurricane Season
The Atlantic hurricane season started June 1. Are you ready? Forecasters are predicting an active hurricane season for 2025. Last year brought widespread storms across the Southeast and Caribbean, and this year is expected to be similar. Even though our region may not...
Fight The Bite
Mosquito and tick bites can be more than just annoying. They can make you really sick. It's important to protect yourself, your family, and your home from the diseases they carry. Click here to learn more about how to protect yourself from mosquitoes and ticks.
Cleaning Up After Vomiting and Diarrhea
If you or someone in your family has experienced vomiting or diarrhea, here are some cleaning guidelines that can help prevent the spread of disease: 1. Wear gloves when cleaning any vomit or stool. Remove and dispose of gloves carefully to avoid touching outside...
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DISASTER RESPONSE RESOURCES
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...
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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 21. Transylvania Public Health school nurses will administer...
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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 21. Transylvania Public Health school nurses will...
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Flu Update – January 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....
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MEAL SITES
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 Rd)
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