Chatham County Public Health Department NC

11/05/2026

Healthy habits are easier together! Move It & Make It offers a hands-on way to build those habits, pairing in-person group exercise with guided cook-alongs led by registered dietitians, Laura Hearn and Tara Gregory.

When: Mondays & Thursdays, beginning November 9, 2026 (no sessions Thanksgiving week)

Where: Dunlap Building, Pittsboro, NC (+ Zoom for cook-alongs)

The program is $25 per person. Registration is open through Eventbrite: tinyurl.com/3w3zfd3n.

Weekly in-person physical activity sessions + virtual cook alongs in this 4-week series!

11/04/2026

11/03/2026

The UNC Adams School of Dentistry is hosting Give Veterans a Smile Day to offer completely free dental care focused on addressing oral health needs for North Carolina veterans.

Event Details:
• Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
• Time: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Veterans will be scheduled for a specific time slot, so they won't need to stay all day)
• Location: UNC Adams School of Dentistry, Tarrson Hall, 120 Dental Circle, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
• Cost: 100% Free!

How to Sign Up: If you or a veteran you serve is interested, please complete the brief screening form at bit.ly/givevetsasmile.

Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. Thank you for your service and support!

10/30/2026

Prevention starts with open, honest conversations. Talk with your kids, teens, and loved ones about risks and listen to their questions without judgment.

Visit the Chatham County Department of Public Health website for substance use resources: shorturl.at/Cdm7z

📞 Need help for yourself or someone you love? SAMHSA's National Helpline is free, confidential, and open 24/7: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

10/28/2026

About 1 in 5 students experience bullying. Every child deserves to feel safe and included.

How you can help:
🧡 Wear orange on Unity Day, Wednesday, Oct 21
🧡 Promote kindness and inclusion at home, school, and online
🧡 Learn more at StopBullying.gov or PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center

10/26/2026

After being named North Carolina’s 2026 Local Health Department of the Year by the North Carolina Public Health Association, the Chatham County Board of Commissioners signed a resolution recognizing the team’s innovation, dedication, and impact on community health.

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Después de ser reconocido como el Departamento de Salud Local del Año 2026 de Carolina del Norte por la Asociación de Salud Pública de Carolina del Norte, la Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Chatham firmó una resolución en reconocimiento a la innovación, dedicación e impacto del equipo de salud comunitaria de Chatham.

10/26/2026

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects both children and adults.
It is more than difficulty focusing; it can also show up as impulsivity, restlessness, or trouble with organization and follow-through.

What you can do:

-Learn the signs and talk with a healthcare provider if you have concerns about yourself or your child
-Use trusted sources like your doctor for accurate information
-Support the people in your life with patience and understanding

Support and treatment, including behavioral therapy and medication, can make a big difference.

🔗 Visit the Chatham County Department of Public Health website for mental health resources: tinyurl.com/yfasv42u

10/23/2026

Our very own Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) Coordinatior, Evi Bonilla, joined WCHL and Chapelboro.com to talk all things Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Learn more about early detection and how you may be eligible for breast/cervical screenings and follow-up care at little or no cost: shorturl.at/piqla

To learn more about the BCCCP program at our Siler City clinic, call: 919-742-5641

10/23/2026

Food truck? Festival? Roadside pop-up? Before you order, know before you go.

Food vendors are required to be permitted and must meet food-safety requirements designed to help protect you from foodborne illness.

Before buying food:
👀 Look for the required permit or other public health information.
🍴 Pay attention to how food is being handled.
❓ If something doesn’t look right, ask questions.

10/22/2026

It's National Health Education Week!

Health education helps people make informed choices, build healthy habits, and live well. This week, we're celebrating the health educators who help Chatham County stay healthy. Thank you for all you do!