(BOONE, NC) – More families than ever are finding it hard to put healthy food on their dinner tables. For young children, a lack of good nutrition can put them at risk for health problems and problems in school. North Carolina’s WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program helps low-income families meet the nutritional needs of […]
Recalls of Frozen Fruit and Vegetable Products for Listeria Monocytogenes
[Boone, NC] Over the past few weeks there have been large recalls of frozen fruit and vegetable products for listeria monocytogenes. Approximately 358 consumer products from over 42 separate brands have been affected by this recall, and it continues to grow. The link the recalled frozen products can be found is: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm498841.htm The following guidance is […]
AppHealthCare Outreach and Enrollment Program
(JEFFERSON, NC) – AppHealthCare (Appalachian District Health Department) would like to introduce the Outreach and Enrollment program that is working to increase access to health care for residents in Ashe and Alleghany counties. AppHealthCare has received funds from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to help residents get access to affordable health insurance coverage. […]
Child Care Centers Awarded Preparedness Mini Grants
Watauga County child care centers awarded funds to improve emergency preparedness for children with special health care needs BOONE, NC—Four Watauga County child care centers were awarded mini grants to enhance their abilities to prepare for emergencies and provide additional supports for children with special health care needs. Little Jewels Home Child Care of […]