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☀️SUN Bucks is Back!☀️SUN Bucks helps eligible families with school-aged children afford more groceries during the summe...
03/16/2026

☀️SUN Bucks is Back!☀️

SUN Bucks helps eligible families with school-aged children afford more groceries during the summer months.

Some children automatically qualify, while others may need to apply. Visit this site to learn more: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks

SUN Bucks is a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services,.

03/16/2026

Catawba County families who need help with childcare may now have an easier time getting assistance

The Catawba County Department of Social Services (DSS) announced that the childcare assistance waitlist has officially been cleared, meaning officials can now serve additional eligible children through its childcare subsidy program.

The childcare voucher program helps eligible families access quality childcare, supporting parents and guardians as they work or continue their education while ensuring children receive safe, nurturing care.

HOW TO APPLY
- Applications are available through the following methods:
- In Person: Pick up an application at 3030 11th Ave Dr SE, Hickory
Phone: 828-695-5600

For additional information about the childcare assistance program generally and for assistance locating a childcare provider visit https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Services/Financial-Assistance

4 Tips for Parents and Caregivers to Help Baby Sleep Safety1. Place your baby on his or her back for all sleep times-nap...
03/16/2026

4 Tips for Parents and Caregivers to Help Baby Sleep Safety
1. Place your baby on his or her back for all sleep times-naps and at night.
2. Use a firm sleep surface, such as a mattress in a safety-approved crib.
3. Keep soft bedding such as blankets, pillows, bumper pads, and soft toys out of baby’s sleep area.
4. Have baby share your room, not your bed.

NC Quitline is here to help you quit to***co for good so you can breathe easy and meet your fitness goals. Access this o...
03/16/2026

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People who have not received their measles vaccine or whose vaccines are not up to date are the most likely to get sick ...
03/15/2026

People who have not received their measles vaccine or whose vaccines are not up to date are the most likely to get sick with measles. Getting an MMR vaccine is the best way to prevent catching and spreading measles to other people.

Health care providers are families’ partners in ensuring that families stay healthy. Parents should consult their child’s medical provider to talk about what vaccines are right for their children.

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Las personas que no han recibido la vacuna contra el sarampión o cuyas vacunas no están al día son las más propensas a contraerlo. Vacunarse con la triple vírica (MMR) es la mejor manera de prevenir el contagio y la propagación del sarampión.

Los profesionales de la salud colaboran con las familias para garantizar su salud. Los padres deben consultar con el médico de su hijo para hablar sobre qué vacunas son adecuadas para ellos.

Even in temperatures as low as 60°F, the inside of a car can overheat quickly. Accidentally leaving a sleeping child beh...
03/14/2026

Even in temperatures as low as 60°F, the inside of a car can overheat quickly. Accidentally leaving a sleeping child behind could be deadly. Make sure to always check the back seat before you leave the car.

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Incluso a temperaturas tan bajas como 60 °F, el interior de un auto puede sobrecalentarse rápidamente. Dejar accidentalmente a un niño dormido puede ser mortal. Asegúrate de revisar siempre el asiento trasero antes de salir del auto.

Regular tests to find breast and cervical cancer make it easier to catch and treat early. Affordable options are availab...
03/13/2026

Regular tests to find breast and cervical cancer make it easier to catch and treat early. Affordable options are available for women who do not have insurance. Call 828-695-4445 to find out eligibility and to make an appointment with our Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP).

This week we celebrate Jennifer McCracken, our Catawba County Health Director, who was named Health Director of the Year...
03/13/2026

This week we celebrate Jennifer McCracken, our Catawba County Health Director, who was named Health Director of the Year for the entire state of North Carolina by the North Carolina Association of Local Health Directors.

This is an elite honor that speaks to Jennifer’s approach to leadership, her dedication to the health of all Catawba County residents, and her focus on the wellbeing of the staff at Catawba County Public Health.

Congratulations Jennifer for this very well deserved recognition!!

To learn more about our Health Director and this great honor, visit: https://www.catawbacountync.gov/news/health-director-of-the-year/

Fuel your journey—without breaking the bank!Discover how you can nourish yourself and your family—even on a tight budget...
03/13/2026

Fuel your journey—without breaking the bank!

Discover how you can nourish yourself and your family—even on a tight budget: sm.eatright.org/LimitedBudgetTips

Headed overseas? There may be vaccines for diseases that are not common here that are recommended or required for travel...
03/12/2026

Headed overseas? There may be vaccines for diseases that are not common here that are recommended or required for travel to other countries. Catawba County Public Health offers travel vaccines. To give the vaccine time to work, get it at least two weeks before you travel, so make your appointment today! To determine eligibility and cost, call (828) 695-5881 or visit https://bit.ly/3jDmbLw.

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¿Va al extranjero? Es posible que existan vacunas para enfermedades poco comunes aquí que se recomienden o requieran para viajar a otros países. El Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Catawba ofrece vacunas para viajeros. Para que la vacuna surta efecto, aplíquela al menos dos semanas antes de su viaje, ¡así que programe su cita hoy mismo! Para consultar su elegibilidad y el costo, llame al (828) 695-5881 o visite https://bit.ly/3jDmbLw.

Moms worry about a lot of things, but making sure you and your baby are getting the right nutrition doesn't have to be o...
03/11/2026

Moms worry about a lot of things, but making sure you and your baby are getting the right nutrition doesn't have to be one of them. Call WIC at (828) 695-5884 to find out of you qualify and make an appointment to get nutrition and breastfeeding support from our expert staff.

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Las mamás se preocupan por muchas cosas, pero asegurarse de que tú y tu bebé reciban la nutrición adecuada no tiene por qué ser una de ellas. Llama a WIC al (828) 695-5884 para averiguar si cumples los requisitos y programar una cita para recibir apoyo nutricional y de lactancia con nuestro personal experto.

CredibleMind is a free, confidential online resource for assessments and tools that can help you live your best life. Th...
03/10/2026

CredibleMind is a free, confidential online resource for assessments and tools that can help you live your best life. This new mental wellbeing platform is available 24/7 to everyone in Catawba County and can be used anywhere you have an Internet connection. Tools include podcasts, how-to articles, videos and more, as well as links to local resources. Registration is optional, but allows you to save and revisit your assessments and track your progress toward your mental wellbeing goals and none of your personal information is shared. Get started today at https://catawbacountync.crediblemind.com.

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CredibleMind es un recurso en línea gratuito y confidencial que ofrece evaluaciones y herramientas para ayudarte a vivir tu mejor vida. Esta nueva plataforma de bienestar mental está disponible las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, para todos los habitantes del Condado de Catawba y se puede usar en cualquier lugar donde tengas conexión a Internet. Las herramientas incluyen podcasts, artículos informativos, videos y más, así como enlaces a recursos locales. El registro es opcional, pero te permite guardar y revisar tus evaluaciones y hacer un seguimiento de tu progreso hacia tus metas de bienestar mental, sin que se comparta tu información personal. Comienza hoy en: https://catawbacountync.crediblemind.com.

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3070 11th Avenue Dr SE
Hickory, NC
28602

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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