FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2011
Spring has sprung! As everyone spends more time outside enjoying warmer temperatures, theres also an increased chance of coming into contact with rabid animals. Make sure you and your furry tailwaggers are protected by getting them vaccinated!
Last year, there were eight confirmed cases of rabies in Alamance County. Seven of
Social media launch kicks off month-long Public Health Month activities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 1, 2011
BURLINGTON A new era of connecting with the community officially begins today at the Alamance County Health Department (ACHD) with the debut of its presence on Facebook and Twitter.
Really, this isnt an April Fools Day joke, said Eric Nickens
Progress made in overall health outcomes, physical environment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 30, 2011
BURLINGTON Community mobilization and public awareness of health issues are proving to be the key ingredients in a recipe for better health amongst Alamance County residents. The annual County Health Rankings, released today by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute and
Recent clinic changes increasing efficiency, cutting door-to-door time by 25%
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 2011
BURLINGTON A special team, comprised of Alamance County Health Department (ACHD) staff, have been on a mission. While maintaining a full clinic schedule and other critical operations, their assignment has involved quick thinking and precise steps to ensure the efficient
Rabid skunk killed by unvaccinated dog in Pleasant Grove
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 3, 2011
BURLINGTON The North Carolina State Laboratory of Public Health in Raleigh confirmed Alamance Countys second rabies case for the year late Wednesday afternoon.
The animal control division of the Alamance County Sherriffs Office animal control was called on Monday to a residence on
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 5, 2011
BURLINGTON Not even a healthy dose of liquid sunshine could dampen the spirits of over 75 area dental professionals and community volunteers taking part in the eighth annual Alamance-Caswell Give Kids a Smile event, held today at the Alamance County Health Departments Childrens Dental Center.
Throughout the morning, 80 children streamed
Funding to expand CenteringPregnancy® services, obtain program accreditation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 2, 2011
BURLINGTON Expecting mothers receiving prenatal services at the Alamance County Health Department (ACHD) will greatly benefit from enhanced prenatal care and support services thanks to a March of Dimes grant that will address unmet maternal and child health needs.
The March of Dimes
Records from 2007 reveal another rabies case at the same location
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 1, 2011
BURLINGTON The North Carolina State Laboratory of Public Health in Raleigh confirmed Alamance Countys first rabies case for the year late Tuesday afternoon.
The rabid raccoon was found fighting with a dog at a residence on Mt. Herman-Rock Creek Road in
Appointment scheduling for sixth annual event begins January 18
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 30, 2010
BURLINGTON – As a part of National Childrens Dental Access Day, the Alamance County Health Department (ACHD) and the Alamance-Caswell Dental Society are proud to once again partner to Give Kids a Smile.
The event, now in its sixth year locally, will be held
Pictured from left to right are Cindy Watkins, Executive Director for the Alamance Partnership for Children; Nekaya Harrelson, 2010 ACHD Employee of the Year; and outgoing Board of Health member Dr. Reid Woodard. Not pictured is �You Can Count on Me� Award recipient Stacie Turpin Saunders.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 10, 2011
BURLINGTON – The Alamance County Board