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Local Staying Healthy

American Red Cross. Greater Carolinas Chapter
The Greater Carolinas Chapter of the American Red Cross serves Mecklenburg and Iredell counties. Features of the web site include: News & Events, Classes (such as First Aid. CPR, & Water Safety), Community Services (Disaster Services, Family Safety, etc.), and Blood Drives (complete with a Virtual Bloodmobile).
Building a Healthy North Carolina
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services have developed a web site to promote current North Carolina health issues. From hog farming to Pfiesteria to access to health care, this site covers the current health care issues. Further forms for Requests for Vital Records are available off the site.
Charlotte Observer's Health
Finding local health information has never been easier. The Charlotte Observer's web site reprints health related medical articles with contacts for local health information, along with several chat rooms and message boards for local support. With special focuses on women, men, children, nutrition, sexual health, fitness and diseases/conditions, the site provides up-to-date information. The site is also able to be customized with your personal preferences.
Community Health Services
Community Health Services (CHS), a non-profit United Way preventive health care agency, provides health screening and education to the Central Carolinas area. The site lists available immunization vaccines (with recommended administration frequency), blood screening information, wellness physicals schedules, and tuberculosis screenings.
Mecklenburg County Health Department
Mecklenburg County Health Department's web site offers guidance on community health, health screenings, immunizations, and preventive programs. Some sections are available in Spanish.
North Carolina Prevention Partners
This organization provides valuable information pertaining to wellness in North Carolina. Topics addressed include Injury Prevention Resources, Nutrition Resources, Physical Activity Resources, etc. Also included is the "Year 2000 NC Prevention Report Card" and tips on how the NC can improve its grade.
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