Worried about flu? Here are 5 ways to protect yourself: Wash hands. Use soap and warm running water. Scrub all surfaces for as long as it takes to sing "Happy Birthday" twice. Dry with a disposable paper towel. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer is okay if you don't have...

For many people and for many reasons - including the death of a loved one, job loss, illness, loneliness, and the long, dark nights of winter - the holidays are not "the most wonderful time of the year." Know that you're not alone. Help is available. Find resources in...

Transylvania Public Health is partnering with Transylvania County Schools and Brevard Academy to offer flu vaccinations at your child’s public schools throughout the county. Only injectable flu shots are recommended for use this season, and FluMist will not be offered...

Flu is now widespread throughout North Carolina and Transylvania County is starting to see flu cases, but it's not too late to get your flu shot. It can take up to two weeks for the antibodies in the flu vaccine to become effective, so it's best to get vaccinated as...