Public Health News and Announcements
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Resident Support for Behavioral Health Strategic Plan
Mecklenburg County is developing a Behavioral Health Strategic Plan and is soliciting input from the community.
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County Employees Make Sure Give Kids A Smile Day Is A Success
Mecklenburg County children ages 5-12 years received free dental care as part of a national effort, called Give Kids A Smile Day, on Feb. 3.
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County's COVID-19 Community Level Now is Low
After several weeks of the COVID-19 Community Level at Medium and High, the County’s level is now at Low.
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COVID-19 Level at High in Mecklenburg County
The CDC’s COVID-19 Community Level in Mecklenburg County has shifted to the HIGH level.
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New Expiration Dates for Many Brands of At Home COVID-19 Tests
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has extended the shelf-life of 14 brands of COVID-19 at-home rapid test kits.
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Opioid Settlement Community Meeting Begins a New Era of Hope
On Thursday, Oct. 27, Mecklenburg County will hold its first Opioid Settlement Community Meeting.
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County Holds Community Meeting to Explore Solutions to the Opioid Epidemic with National Settlement
Mecklenburg County will receive more than $32 million over the next 18 years to find solutions to the opioid epidemic in our community.