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Did you know that the Hepatitis B infection is preventable? The hepatitis B vaccine is extremely effective in preventing an infection from the hepatitis B virus. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested and vaccinated for the Hepatitis B Virus today! Learn more at: cdc.gov/hepatitis/about/index.html --------- ¿Sabías que la infección por hepatitis B se puede prevenir? La vacuna contra la hepatitis B es extremadamente eficaz para prevenir una infección por el virus de la hepatitis B. ¡Habla con tu proveedor de atención médica sobre hacerse la prueba y vacunarse contra el virus de la hepatitis B hoy mismo! Obtén más información en el sitio web: cdc.gov/hepatitis/about/index.html #NCDHHS #HepatitisAwareness #ncpublichealth

AUTOMATIC ENROLLMENT: SUN Bucks eligibility notices will be going out in May. If you receive a notice, congratulations – you have been automatically enrolled for SUN Bucks summer grocery benefits. 🎉 APPLICATIONS: SUN Bucks applications are now being processed. Check your email for decision letters and other communications. If you want to know more about SUN Bucks eligibility, visit ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks to view frequently asked questions and take an interactive eligibility quiz. --------- INSCRIPCIÓN AUTOMÁTICA: los avisos de elegibilidad de SUN Bucks saldrán en mayo. Si recibes un aviso, felicitaciones: se te ha inscrito automáticamente en los beneficios de comestibles de verano de SUN Bucks. 🎉 SOLICITUDES: las solicitudes de SUN Bucks se están procesando. Revisa tu correo electrónico para ver las cartas de decisión y otras comunicaciones. Si quieres saber más sobre la elegibilidad de SUN Bucks, visita ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks para ver las preguntas más frecuentes y realizar un cuestionario interactivo sobre la elegibilidad. #NCDHHS #NCSunBucks

Hope can look like small moments. Small reminders. Small acts of kindness. NCDHHS employees created affirmation rocks during a recent wellness event to share messages of encouragement and positivity with one another. In a world that can feel overwhelming, even simple words can help people feel seen and supported. #NCDHHS #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

Join us on May 18, 2026, 2:00-3:00 p.m. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, our May Side by Side will focus on “real talk” about mental health. Rather than presentations, we will facilitate a candid conversation centers people living with serious mental illness. Speakers will share personal perspectives on what supports recovery and well being, while offering honest insight into real world challenges and strengths. Join us to listen, reflect, and honor all mental health journeys. Registration Link: zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsduusrTsuEr3MP1SHj7smx4OysoTELcE --------- Acompáñanos el 18 de mayo de 2026, de 14:00 a 15:00. En conmemoración del Mes de la Concientización sobre la Salud Mental, nuestro encuentro de mayo se centrará en una conversación sincera sobre salud mental. En lugar de presentaciones, facilitaremos un diálogo abierto con personas que viven con enfermedades mentales graves. Los ponentes compartirán sus perspectivas personales sobre lo que favorece la recuperación y el bienestar, ofreciendo una visión honesta de los desafíos y fortalezas de la vida real. Únete a nosotros para escuchar, reflexionar y honrar todas las experiencias relacionadas con la salud mental. Enlace de la Reunión: zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsduusrTsuEr3MP1SHj7smx4OysoTELcE #NCDHHS #MentalHealthAwareness

Stay connected with NC Medicaid! Join us for the upcoming CAP Quarterly Stakeholder Meeting to receive the latest updates and important information about CAP programs. Monday, May 18, 2026 @ 1 PM Open to open to individuals who work in CAP programs, as well as beneficiaries and their families who receive CAP services. Learn more & register: medicaid.ncdhhs.gov/beneficiaries/long-term-services-and-supports/quarterly-cap-stakeholder-meetings #NCDHHS #NCMedicaid

Telehealth is becoming the norm these days. Captioning and other assistive resources are available to assist individuals with hearing loss in their telehealth appointments Learn more: ncdhhs.gov/divisions/services-deaf-and-hard-hearing-dsdhh/telehealth-guidance-and-resources #NCDHHS #HearingLossAwareness #HearingLoss

The North Carolina EBT Call Center is experiencing high call volumes, resulting in longer-than-normal wait times. Wait times may be shorter in early mornings or later in the week. ➡️Go to ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks or email [email protected] for additional assistance regarding SUN Bucks. Thank you for your patience. --------- El centro de llamadas EBT de Carolina del Norte está experimentando altos volúmenes de llamadas, lo que resulta en tiempos de espera más largos de lo normal. Los tiempos de espera pueden ser más cortos a primera hora de la mañana o más tarde en la semana. ➡️Visita ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks o envía un correo electrónico a [email protected] para obtener ayuda adicional sobre SUN Bucks. Gracias por tu paciencia. #NCDHHS #NCSUNBucks #SummerEBT

Good food, good energy, and a chance to celebrate the people behind the work💙 NCDHHS employees came together for Flourish Fest in recognition of Public Service Employees Week with wellness activities, local food trucks, and time to connect and recharge. Thank you to the employees who help support communities across North Carolina every day. #NCDHHS #PublicServiceWeek #PublicService #CommunityCare

NCDHHS continues working with federal and local partners following a hantavirus outbreak involving passengers aboard the M/V Hondius. There are currently no cases reported in North Carolina, and public health experts say the overall risk remains extremely low. As always, our public health teams remain prepared and ready to respond as needed. Learn more ➡️ncdhhs.gov/press-releases -------------- El NCDHHS continúa trabajando con socios federales y locales tras un brote de hantavirus que afectó a pasajeros a bordo del M/V Hondius. Actualmente no se han reportado casos en Carolina del Norte, y los expertos en salud pública afirman que el riesgo general sigue siendo extremadamente bajo. Como siempre, nuestros equipos de salud pública permanecen preparados y listos para responder según sea necesario. Más información ➡️ncdhhs.gov/press-releases #NCDHHS #NCDHHSNews #HantaVirus

AUTOMATIC ENROLLMENT: SUN Bucks eligibility notices will be going out in May. If you receive a notice, congratulations – you have been automatically enrolled for SUN Bucks summer grocery benefits. 🎉 APPLICATIONS: SUN Bucks applications are now being processed. Check your email for decision letters and other communications. If you want to know more about SUN Bucks eligibility, visit ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks to view frequently asked questions and take an interactive eligibility quiz. What's next? If you get an approval or eligibility notice and need to update your address now, contact the SUN Bucks call center at the number listed in your notice by the May 15th deadline. Your SUN Bucks card will be mailed to the address on record. For help, visit ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks or email [email protected] --------- INSCRIPCIÓN AUTOMÁTICA: los avisos de elegibilidad de SUN Bucks saldrán en mayo. Si recibes un aviso, felicitaciones: se te ha inscrito automáticamente en los beneficios de comestibles de verano de SUN Bucks. 🎉 SOLICITUDES: las solicitudes de SUN Bucks se están procesando. Revisa tu correo electrónico para ver las cartas de decisión y otras comunicaciones. Si quieres saber más sobre la elegibilidad de SUN Bucks, visita ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks para ver las preguntas más frecuentes y realizar un cuestionario interactivo sobre la elegibilidad. ¿Cuál es el siguiente paso? Si recibes un aviso de aprobación o elegibilidad y necesitas actualizar tu dirección ahora, comunícate con el centro de llamadas de SUN Bucks al número que aparece en tu aviso antes de la fecha límite del 15 de mayo . Tu tarjeta SUN Bucks se enviará por correo a la dirección registrada. Para obtener ayuda, visita ncdhhs.gov/sunbucks o envía un correo electrónico a [email protected] #NCDHHS #NCSunBucks

Join the NC Medicaid Enrollment Broker at a community event this Friday. Stop by our table to talk about your NC Medicaid Managed Care health care options. 1. Caldwell County DSS Celebration of Life 2026, Friday, May 15 from 8 a.m. to noon in Caldwell County 2. Health Fair: Infants and Toddlers, Friday, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Cabarrus County ncmedicaidplans.gov/en/events ---------- Únese al NC Medicaid Enrollment Broker en un evento comunitario este viernes. Pásate por nuestra mesa para hablar sobre tus opciones de NC Medicaid Managed Care. 1. Caldwell County DSS Celebration of Life 2026, viernes 15 de mayo de 8 a.m. a mediodía en el condado de Caldwell 2. Health Fair: Infants and Toddlers, viernes 15 de mayo de 11 a.m. a 2 p.m. en el condado de Cabarrus ncmedicaidplans.gov/es/events #NCDHHS #NCMedicaid #NCMedicaidEnrollmentBroker #NCHealth

When should you replace your toothbrush? ✅ Every 3 to 4 months ✅ After being sick ✅ When bristles are worn out Your toothbrush does not last forever. #NCDHHS #OralHealth #Hygiene