Halifax County Public Health System

01/15/2026

01/15/2026

Is it a Cold or Flu?
The signs and symptoms of colds can include a gradual onset of symptoms, fevers are rare, slight aches, chills are uncommon, sometimes fatigue and weakness, sneezing is common, chest discomfort is mild to moderate, stuffy nose is common, sore throat is common, and headaches are rare.

The signs and symptoms of flu can include abrupt onset, fever is usual, aches are usual, chills are fairly common, fatigue and weakness are usual, sometimes sneezing, chest discomfort is common, sometimes stuffy nose, sometimes sore throat, headaches are common.

01/14/2026

TODAY from 1:00-5:00 pm! District 27 Blood Drive at two locations: Halifax Community College, Room 401 (100 College Drive in Weldon) and Northampton County Cultural & Wellness Center (9536 NC Hwy 305 in Jackson)!

01/14/2026

Kitchen has recipes and resources to help build healthy, budget-friendly meals. Find MyPlate Kitchen (and other healthy eating resources) at https://bit.ly/3KcrgrJ.

01/13/2026

TOMORROW! District 27 Blood Drive from 1-5 pm at two locations: Halifax Community College, Room 401 (100 College Drive in Weldon) and Northampton County Cultural & Wellness Center (9536 NC Hwy 305 in Jackson)!

01/12/2026

Vaccines Help Protect

Vaccines are your best defense against seasonal viruses like the flu and -19. The updated vaccines have gone through extensive safety testing. Go to MySpot.nc.gov to learn more about how to protect yourself and your family.

01/09/2026

Not ready to be a mom or a dad? Halifax County Health Department offers birth control options, pap smears, breast exams, STD testing and education. All visits are confidential! Call to make an appointment, 252-583-5021!

01/09/2026

What is your vision for Halifax County’s future? Help inform the Halifax County Comprehensive Land Use and Recreation Plan by attending one of our upcoming drop-in public meetings. The next public meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2026, at Hollister Elementary. Pizza will be available on a first come, first served basis. The last public meeting will be held in Enfield at a later date. Please visit the website to stay informed of future meetings: https://www.halifaxnc.com/449/Halifax-County-Comprehensive-Land-Use-an