Jackson County, NC Department of Public Health

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The Jackson County Department of Public Health is a fully-accredited with honors public agency who is proud to serve Jackson County and our surrounding neighbors. Consequently any communication via this site (whether by a public health employee or the general public) may be subject to monitoring and disclosure to third parties. As a governmental social media account, JCDPH respects your First Amen

dment right to freedom of speech and will not censor your viewpoints. JCDPH reserves the right to remove vulgar or threatening language. The comments and opinions expressed by others on this page are not indicative of those supported by JCDPH. Representatives of JCDPH will not respond to questions or comments via this Website. Persons are encouraged to call 828-586-8994 or email [email protected] for timely assistance.

Is there a vaccine that can prevent cancer? The HPV vaccine can prevent up to 9 types of cancer. Recommendation is two...
06/17/2026

Is there a vaccine that can prevent cancer? The HPV vaccine can prevent up to 9 types of cancer. Recommendation is two doses starting at age 11–12 ( but can be started at age 9 or 10). Three doses if dose 1 is on or after the 15th birthday. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

¿Existe una vacuna que pueda prevenir el cáncer? La vacuna contra el VPH puede prevenir hasta 9 tipos de cáncer. La recomendación es administrar dos dosis a partir de los 11–12 años (aunque puede iniciarse a los 9 o 10 años). Se recomiendan tres dosis si la primera dosis se administra al cumplir o después de cumplir los 15 años. Contáctenos hoy mismo para programar una cita.
IMAGE SOURCE: CDC & ACS

We are currently experiencing issues with our phone system and are unable to receive or return calls. We will provide a...
06/17/2026

We are currently experiencing issues with our phone system and are unable to receive or return calls. We will provide an update as soon as service is restored. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Radishes are crunchy, nutritious vegetables that are delicious pickled, sautéed, or raw in salads! Tip: Radishes are ea...
06/16/2026

Radishes are crunchy, nutritious vegetables that are delicious pickled, sautéed, or raw in salads! Tip: Radishes are easy to grow in gardens and containers. You can harvest your radishes as early as 30 days after planting them!
To learn more about WIC Approved Foods, call us at 828-587-8243.

¡Los rábanos son vegetales crujientes y nutritivos que son deliciosos encurtidos, salteados o crudos en ensaladas! Consejo: Los rábanos son fáciles de cultivar en jardines y en macetas. ¡Puede cosecharse tan pronto como 30 días después de plantarlos!
Para obtener más información sobre los alimentos aprobados por WIC, llámenos al 828-587-8243.

Elder Abuse Awareness day is a reminder to make sure our older friends, family members, and residents are ok. Reporting ...
06/15/2026

Elder Abuse Awareness day is a reminder to make sure our older friends, family members, and residents are ok. Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation is our collective responsibility and is essential to making sure the seniors in our community are safe and healthy. Check in on the seniors in your life and if you suspect elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation, call Jackson County Adult Protective Services at (828) 586-5546.
Together, we can build a future where our seniors live with dignity, love, and respect. Join the movement and check in on the seniors in your life today!

El Día de Concientización sobre el Abuso hacia los Adultos Mayores es un recordatorio para asegurarnos de que nuestros amigos, familiares y residentes mayores estén bien. Reportar sospechas de abuso, negligencia o explotación es una responsabilidad colectiva y es esencial para garantizar que las personas mayores de nuestra comunidad estén seguras y saludables. Comuníquese con los adultos mayores en su vida y, si sospecha abuso, negligencia o explotación, llame a los Servicios de Protección para Adultos del Condado de Jackson al (828) 586-5546. Juntos, podemos construir un futuro donde nuestros adultos mayores vivan con dignidad, amor y respeto. ¡Únase al movimiento y comuníquese hoy con los adultos mayores en su vida!

06/12/2026

Want to help us out in ways besides gardening 🥕🥬🧅? Pitch into your community by creating and donating art! Talented students from Western Carolina University hand-painted these designs of some of the species of butterflies that we see fluttering about! 🦋👐
Swing by the Cullowhee Community Garden at 65 S Painter Rd or contact David Claxton, the garden manager, at [email protected] for more information about how you can help our mission to fight food insecurity in Jackson County 🌍☀️⛰️!

¿Quiere ayudarnos de otras maneras además de la jardinería 🥕🥬🧅? ¡Apoye a su comunidad creando y donando arte! Los talentosos estudiantes de la Universidad Western Carolina pintaron a mano estos diseños de algunas de las especies de mariposas que vemos revoloteando por aquí. 🦋👐
Visite el Jardín Comunitario de Cullowhee en 65 S Painter Rd o comuníquese con David Claxton, administrador del jardín, en [email protected] para obtener más información sobre cómo puede ayudar en nuestra misión de combatir la inseguridad alimentaria en el Condado de Jackson 🌍☀️⛰️!

Come volunteer at the Cullowhee Community Garden! 🌱🌸 Come stop by for an opportunity to learn more about getting involve...
06/11/2026

Come volunteer at the Cullowhee Community Garden! 🌱🌸 Come stop by for an opportunity to learn more about getting involved in your community, learning about sustainability, and meeting new faces! 🧑‍🌾
To volunteer scan the QR code or ,follow this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFKPh5CyEYTpyjQ-Ib4EDLQc2PccF3nO78CHhYySIDFJEbhQ/viewform

¡Venga a ser voluntario en el Jardín Comunitario de Cullowhee! 🌱🌸
¡Pase y aproveche la oportunidad de aprender más sobre cómo involucrarse en su comunidad, aprender sobre la sostenibilidad y conocer nuevas personas! 🧑‍🌾
Para ser voluntario, escanee el código QR o siga este enlace: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFKPh5CyEYTpyjQ-Ib4EDLQc2PccF3nO78CHhYySIDFJEbhQ/viewform

Look Before You Lock. As the weather warms up, it is important to remember that it is never OK to leave a child alone i...
06/10/2026

Look Before You Lock. As the weather warms up, it is important to remember that it is
never OK to leave a child alone in a car, not even for a minute. 2025 has seen 3 Pediatric Hot Car Deaths to date. Set reminders and always check the back seat.

Mire antes de cerrar. A medida que el clima se calienta, es importante recordar que NUNCA está bien dejar a un niño solo en un coche, ni siquiera por un minuto. En el 2025 se han producido 3 muertes de niños por coches calientes hasta la fecha. Establece recordatorios y revisa siempre el asiento trasero.
IMAGE SOURCE: Safe Kids Worldwide

Local health departments and various community organizations deliver maternal health services across all 100 counties in...
06/09/2026

Local health departments and various community organizations deliver maternal health services across all 100 counties in North Carolina, addressing needs before, during, and after pregnancy. For more information, please contact us at 828-586-8994.

Los departamentos de salud locales y diversas organizaciones comunitarias brindan servicios de salud maternal en los 100 condados de Carolina del Norte, atendiendo las necesidades antes, durante y después del embarazo. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con nosotros al 828-586-8994.
IMAGE SOURCE: NCDHHS

06/09/2026

Every day, public health professionals work behind the scenes to protect, promote, and improve the health of our communities.

We're proud to share PBS North Carolina's Health Heroes series, highlighting the dedicated individuals making a difference across our state through compassion, innovation, and service.

Take a moment to learn more about the impact of public health.

06/08/2026

We're proud to partner with Cullowhee United Methodist Church to increase access to lifesaving resources in our community. A new naloxone cabinet has been installed at 416 Central Dr, Cullowhee, NC 28723, providing free naloxone to help reverse opioid overdoses and save lives.

Naloxone is safe, easy to use, and can make the difference between life and death during an opioid overdose emergency. By working together, we can reduce stigma, support recovery, and create a healthier, safer community for everyone.

Thank you Cullowhee United Methodist Church for helping expand access to this important resource.

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