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Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs and Cats Planned for May 12, 2018

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Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs and Cats Planned for May 12, 2018
Health officials urge residents to keep their pets up-to-date on rabies vaccinations

BURLINGTON – The Alamance County Health Department will be hosting a rabies vaccination clinic on May 12th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Environmental Health Office located at 209 N. Graham-Hopedale Road in Burlington.
The cost of the rabies shot at the clinic will be $5.00 per pet. Pet owners attending the vaccination clinic are reminded to keep dogs on leashes and cats in carriers.

“The best way to protect your pet from rabies is by vaccinating them,” states Environmental Health Director Terri Craver. “State law requires pet owners to stay up-to-date on rabies vaccinations and this clinic is one way to comply with the law at a low-cost.”
To date, there have been no confirmed cases of rabies in 2018 for Alamance County. In 2017, there were three confirmed rabies cases in the county. For more information or questions about rabies control, vaccination requirements, or upcoming clinics, contact the health department’s Environmental Health office at (336) 570-6367.

Summer Fun and Safe Kids Expo March 17, 2018 at Holly Hill Mall Summer Fun and Safe Kids Expo March 17, 2018 at Holly Hill Mall Summer Fun and Safe Kids Expo March 17, 2018 at Holly Hill Mall

Summer Fun and Safe Kids Expo – March 17, 2018

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Summer Fun & Safe Kids Expo

Saturday, March 17th

11am-2pm

Come join Safe Kids for a day full of fun & games. Bike Safety Rodeo, Jr. Fire Fighter Challenge, Pedestrian, Home, Water & Motor Vehicle Safety all located in the parking lot adjacent to Dunham’s Sports. Operation Medicine Drop Drive Thru will run 11am-2pm. Special Appearances by Sparky the Fire Dog, Chucky the Chipmunk, McGruff the Crime Dog & more!

Then come inside for more Health & Safety vendors as well as summer programming including Camps, Classes, Tutoring & more. Face Painting provided by GatFaces, Arts & Crafts provided by Alamance Arts & Painted Grape.

Demonstrations will be located at the Stage behind the Information Desk

Burlington Academy of Dance & Arts 11:15am

Skillz 4 Kidz Martial Arts at 11:45am

Mascot Dance Party 12:15pm

Story Time “Inky the Whale” 12:45pm

Lee’s White Tiger at 1:15pm

FREE to All Ages! Visit www.summerandsafety.com for more information.

Alamance County Board of Health Holds Annual Awards Ceremony

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Awards, Community, Employees, General News, Health.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Arlinda Ellison

January 2, 2018 Office: (336) 229-3665

BURLINGTON- On December 19th, the Alamance County Board of Health held its annual awards ceremony at the Alamance County Health Department recognizing the work of employees and community partners.

The Board of Health recognized Jon Huemmer as the recipient of the Alamance County Health Department’s 2017 Employee of the Year Award. The 2017 Employee of the Year award is selected by the Board of Health from nominations from health department staff.

The Board of Health also recognizes outside agencies, organizations, or individuals that have partnered with the health department with the Public Health Partnership Award and the Public Health Champion Award. The Board of Health recognized Elon University as the 2017 Public Health Partnership Award recipient. Elon University was recognized for its continuous support and collaborative efforts with the health department on various projects and initiatives such as the Elon-Alamance Health Partners program. The Board of Health recognized Lisa Ferguson as the 2017 Public Health Champion Award recipient. Mrs. Ferguson coordinates a clothing ministry in the county and has on many occasions assisted the health department, as well as the Department of Social Services, with serving the basic needs of our clients.

Health Director Stacie Saunders recognized Michelle Dorminy with the Health Director’s Award. This award is presented to an employee who exemplifies the values of Public Health: Everywhere, Everyday, for Everybody.

Also recognized were retirees Terry Butts-Felton, Dora Ward, Dr. Elizabeth “Dr. K” Krzysztoforska, and Carl Carrol in appreciation of their years of service to Alamance County, and Alamance County Board of Health members Kevin Bengel and Norma Thompson in appreciation of their service to the Board.

2017 Alamance County Health Department Employee of the Year Jon Huemmer
2017 Alamance County Health Department Employee of the Year Jon Huemmer
2017 Public Health Partnership Award Recipient Elon University, Elon University Asst. Director for Community Partnerships Tammy Cobb
2017 Health Director’s Award Recipient Michelle Dorminy
2017 Health Director’s Award Recipient Michelle Dorminy
2017 Public Health Champion Award Recipient Lisa Ferguson
2017 Public Health Champion Award Recipient Lisa Ferguson

 

January is National Radon Month

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Time for Radon Testing

As the turning of the seasons brings colder weather to North Carolina and families close windows to keep warm, it is an excellent time to make plans for radon testing in your home.

Radon is the odorless, colorless gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. The effects upon the families it touches can be just as devastating as lung cancer caused by smoking tobacco.

January is National Radon Action Month and Alamance County Environmental Health has partnered with the North Carolina Radon Program to provide free short-term radon test kits in recognition of National Radon Action Month. A limited supply of radon kits are being made available during the month of January at the Environmental Health office located at 209 N. Graham Hopedale Rd in Burlington. While supplies last, residents are welcome to come between the hours of 8am to 5pm to pick up a kit. Please call 336-570-6367 ext. 310 if you have questions.