Healthy Haywood

01/16/2025

📢Save the Date: MLK Day of Service📢Monday, Jan. 20

Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., by serving in your community this MLK Day. This year, the nation celebrates the 30th anniversary of the MLK Day of Service. Commit to volunteer with and and demonstrate how joining together in service can transform your life and the lives of others.

01/16/2025

Join us in celebrating National Blood Donor Month and beyond by making a difference that truly saves lives. Did you know that a single blood donation can save multiple lives? Just a 1% increase in blood donors across America could alleviate shortages and positively impact countless individuals.

Your decision to donate blood can be transformative. Be a hero and contribute to this life-saving cause today!

01/04/2025

There are many signs that someone may be struggling, including changes in behavior, sleeping too much or too little, increased drug or alcohol use, behaving recklessly, and more. Know the signs. Be a lifeline. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

01/04/2025

This National Blood Donor Month, we extend our deepest gratitude to the unsung heroes who selflessly donate blood - America's 7 million annual blood donors. Your dedication saves lives every day, providing a vital lifeline to those in need. From accident victims to transplant recipients and cancer patients, your generosity and compassion make a world of difference. Thank you forgiving the gift of life!

01/02/2025

Thinking about starting a family? Haywood County NC Health and Human Services can help. There are simple steps potential parents can take before getting pregnant to set themselves and their future families up for success. Follow the link below to learn more and schedule your Reproductive Health appointment today by calling 828-452-6675.
https://www.cdc.gov/birth-defects/prevention/index.html

01/02/2025

Radon is the second leading cause of preventable lung cancer. Test your house today.
Free test kits are available through NC DHHS beginning January 5, 2025.

Please give to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund to help communities recover from Helene. Donate Now to the NC Disaster Relief Fund

12/30/2024

📢 Important Announcement 📢

The Agricultural Donations Site at the Smoky Mountain Event Center property will be closed until at least January 9, 2025 for necessary equipment repairs and due to low inventory.

If you have any questions about the site or need supplies, please call:
📞 (828) 456-3575
📞 (828) 550-2258

Thank you for your understanding and support! 🌾

12/29/2024

12/29/2024

Be a lifeline for someone who is in crisis or considering su***de. Call or text 988, or chat 988Lifeline.org. You could save a life. 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline

12/25/2024

Regular exercise helps people live longer and stay healthy. For aging adults, it’s worth the effort—an active lifestyle reduces the likelihood of chronic conditions like heart disease, stroke, and even Alzheimer's.

Every step counts! Just 30 minutes of brisk walking every day will make you stronger, healthier, and enhance your quality of life. Discover local resources in Haywood County: https://www.haywoodcountync.gov/209/Recreation-Parks

The Haywood County Recreation and Parks Department is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our county by coordinating and providing recreation programs and facilities.

12/24/2024

Thinking about gifting "puppy love" this holiday season? 🐶🎁 Before bringing a furry friend into your home, take a moment to ensure your family is ready for the responsibility. Adoption's for a lifetime, not just a holiday surprise. ❤️✨

There are a few things you should be aware of before giving a homeless animal a forever home. Read more!