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Preparing Your Holiday Turkey Safely
Use a food thermometer to make sure your turkey has reached a safe internal temperature of 165°F. Check by inserting a food thermometer into three places, avoiding bone: thickest part of … Read more
It’s National Family Caregivers Month!
While caring for a loved one can be rewarding, it can also present unique challenges. Take advantage of FDA’s resources to support your needs: Read more
Farmworkers Flu Vaccination Program
For the 2024 flu season, the Harnett County Health Department, in partnership with the NC Department of Health and Human Services, has a special program … Read more
Updated COVID-19 vaccines available
The Health Department has the updated COVID-19 Vaccine-(Pfizer only) available by walk-in Monday-Friday from 8:00am-11:00am or 1:00pm-4:00pm or call 910-893-7550 for an appointment. Everyone ages 6 months … Read more
Get your Flu Shot
An annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself from potentially serious flu-related complications. The Health Department is providing flu shots call our office for an appointment 910-893-7550. Read more
Naloxone/Narcan kits
The Health Department is distributing free Naloxone/Narcan kits. Naloxone is a potentially lifesaving nasal spray medication that can revive someone who has overdosed on opioids. The kits will be available Monday-Friday … Read more
Safe Medication Disposal
The Harnett County Sheriff's Office located at 175 Bain St, Lillington provides a drop box for safe medication disposal. Anyone may drop off medications in the front lobby Mon-Friday between 8am-5pm. … Read more
Free Locking Medicine Case
For the safety of children and everyone in the home, keep all medicines, vitamins, and other supplements, including those in gummy form, locked away. The Health Department is providing a limited … Read more
When and How to Wash Your Hands
Germs are everywhere. Make handwashing with soap and water a healthy habit to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. Learn when and how you should wash your hands to … Read more
WIC information for people impacted by Hurricane Helene
For displaced families or families that cannot access WIC services in their county, the Harnett County Health Department’s WIC office will assist these families in replacing lost/damaged eWIC cards to replacing … Read more
After Hours-Family Planning Clinic
The Health Department is offering extended hours for the Family Planning Clinic. After hours clinics are held the first (1st) Thursday of each month from 4:00-7:00pm to make an appointment please … Read more
Did you know? These 3 simple actions can help you prevent illness, including flu, this fall and winter.
The best way to prevent flu is by getting a flu vaccine, but healthy habits like washing your hands often may help prevent flu and other respiratory illnesses. If you … Read more
Free at-home COVID-19 test kits:
Did you know you can get free COVID-19 home tests? They're easy to use, and rapid home tests give results in minutes. The Health Department is providing free at-home COVID-19 … Read more
COVID-19 Vaccine: Bridge Access Program
The Health Department participates in the Bridge access program . This program provides COVID-19 vaccines to uninsured or underinsured adults (19 years and older) or adults whose health insurance does … Read more