Moore County Health Department

01/21/2026

A winter storm is expected to impact our area this weekend, with wintry precipitation likely beginning Saturday and continuing into Sunday. Taking a few simple steps now can help ensure you’re prepared and safe. Please keep upcoming events, travel conditions, and the safe use of heating sources in mind, and check that you have what you need for food preparation and storage. Continue to monitor the forecast and adjust plans as needed.

01/12/2026

Measles is serious—and preventable.

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe complications such as brain swelling, pneumonia, and even death. The good news is that it’s preventable. The MMR vaccine is safe, effective, and protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. Vaccination is far safer than getting measles, so make sure your family is up to date on their shots.

For details on symptoms, how and when measles spreads, how long you’re contagious, and up-to-date case numbers and locations in North Carolina—plus much more—please visit: https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/communicable-disease/measles/about

01/12/2026

What an honor it was to participate in this past weekend to help raise awareness and educate on Human Trafficking here in Moore County and across the United States. Thank you to Friend To Friend and the Moore County Human Trafficking Task Force for all of your work and efforts in the cause. It is a pleasure to partner with you and work alongside you!

12/23/2025

The Moore County Health Department will be closed from December 24 through December 26 and will resume services on December 29.

Wishing all our neighbors a joyful, peaceful holiday season!🎄✨

12/19/2025

The holiday season is in full swing, and we’re all busy making things merry and bright—but it can definitely take a toll! Remember to check in with yourself and carve out a little time just for you, so this season feels just as magical for you as it does for everyone else❤️

Ideas to consider include:
*Proper nutrition and staying hydrated
*Getting outside
*Move
*Get enough sleep
*Take a break from electronics
*Know your limits
*Set reasonable expectations
*Volunteer
*Make time for yourself

For more ideas and ways to accomplish them, please see:

https://jedfoundation.org/resource/self-care-for-the-holidays/

https://bit.ly/4aZsOno

12/17/2025

Timely reminders as we gather for the holidays and prepare for the return to school in January following the festivities.

Respiratory illnesses can disrupt your respiratory system, leading to:

🤧Upper respiratory symptoms: Issues affecting your vocal cords and above, like a runny nose.
😮‍💨Lower respiratory symptoms: Problems below your vocal cords, like a persistent cough.
🤒Other symptoms: Tiredness, weakness, fever, and more.

If your symptoms worsen, talk to your doctor about treatment options.

Find more information about what to do when you are sick here: https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/prevention/precautions-when-sick.html

12/17/2025

What a wonderful way to honor those who work tirelessly for our kiddos!

🌼 Looking for a gift that won’t be “one more” on the shelf for teachers/childcare providers?

Honor their hard work and dedication by donating a flower in their name! 🌸✨

More info at: www.pfcfmc.org/illuminate

12/12/2025

✨It's the most wonderful time of the year!✨ (or is it?) Respiratory viruses are on the rise and there is no light yet at the end of the tunnel. But when you are sick, when can you get back to that busy life of yours?

"You can go back to your normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, both are true:
Your symptoms are getting better overall, and
You have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication)."

And remember - you CAN still spread the virus even after you're feeling better, so for roughly five days you still need to have precautions. Especially around those at risk ❤️

It might be the season of giving🎁, but no one wants your germs 🦠 Taking precautions to help stop the spread is one of the best gifts this time of year!

For more information, please visit https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/prevention/precautions-when-sick.html

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11/26/2025

Moore County Health Department offices will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th. We look forward to serving you again on Monday, December 1st! We are thankful for the opportunity to serve and work alongside you and hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

🎄❤️ Sharing for our friends at Moore County Public Safety! ❤️🎄

Mark your calendars — the 5th Annual Sensory Santa event is coming up, and it’s one of the sweetest, most inclusive holiday traditions in Moore County.

📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Moore County Parks & Recreation, Carthage

This event is thoughtfully designed to give children who may need a calmer, sensory-friendly environment a comfortable, joyful way to visit Santa.

✅ Family Registration is open now:🔗
https://moorecountync-public-safety.form.transform.civicplus.com/35566

✅ Vendor Registration is open now:🔗
https://moorecountync-public-safety-public-safety.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/35570

📞 Questions?
Call (910) 947-6317 or email cdowd@moorecountync.gov

Huge thanks to Moore County Public Safety for hosting this wonderful annual event that brings so many smiles and warm memories to local families.

🎅✨ Let the holiday season begin! 🌟

11/24/2025

While the USDA prefers turkeys to defrost in the refrigerator, if you've missed your window it's not too late! Proper turkey handling lets your tummy feel full, not sick!🦃

11/19/2025

🚂Choo Choo 🚂

GREAT information to know and share with your young drivers! If ever you are stuck on tracks or you see problems with tracks, calling this number on the blue signs lets the railroads know the issue and can try to STOP the train before tragedy occurs as they know where that train is real time. Then please call 911 😁

Do you know what this sign is? It’s at all railroad crossings and has a phone number to call if you see an accident or issue with a location number. Call this number FIRST before you dial 911