The Buncombe County Department of Health is an integral part of the quality health care system in Buncombe County, and provides core public health services and innovative health care solutions.

Across the state, a network of essential services known as Public Health, works together to protect and improve the health of all citizens and to make our communities a safe and healthy place to live. The Department of Health is a vital part of this important network.

Important Documents

• EPA / CTS Plant on Mills Gap Road Update
  Please visit shuler.house.gov for more information on the CTS Cleanup.
• New Communicable Disease Report Form for Physicians
• BCHC Billing Guide

Health Center News

Women Need to Get Heart Healthy

Did you know that almost two-thirds of women who die suddenly of coronary heart disease have NO previous symptoms?

Sausage Recall Expanded

The recall is being expanded as a result of a confirmed finding of Salmonella in an unopened salami product reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

You May Be Eligible for a Free Pap Test

It has been estimated that as many as 80% of deaths from cervical cancer could be prevented by regular screening and necessary follow-up treatment.

CTS Health Assessment Findings

The CTS Health Assessment Findings have been released and the public comment period extends through March 19.

Certain Zicam Cold Remedies Linked to Loss of Sense of Smell

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers to stop using three products marketed over-the-counter as cold remedies because they are associated with the loss of sense of smell (anosmia).

Health Center Primary Care Transitioning to WNCCHS

Patients have been transitioned from the Buncombe County Health Center to WNCCHS.

...more Health Center news & events

Preparedness Guide

Check out the new Preparedness Guide for Buncombe County Residents.

Budget Guides

• FY2010 Budget Guide
• FY2009 Budget Guide
• FY2008 Budget Guide

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Contact Info

35 Woodfin
Asheville, NC 28801
(828)-250-5000

 

 

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