A Dental Hygienist from the NC Oral Health Section provides:
- Classroom and community education
- Dental screening and referral for school children
- School based sealant project
Dental Clinic Video
Educational services are designed to encourage and enable people to make wise decisions regarding health and include:
- Smiles Project Video
- ABC Project
- Health Education/Health Data (Video)
- ABC (About Breast Cancer) Project funded by a Susan G. Komen grant (Video)
- Parenting Education Classes
- Coordination with Teen Tobacco Prevention/Cessation initiative funded by the NC Health and Wellness Trust Fund
- Providing programs in health lifestyles
- Food, Fitness and Fun, funded by Kate B. Reynolds grant (Video)
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
To file a complaint, of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
WIC (video) is a supplemental nutrition program that serves pregnant breastfeeding and postpartum women, and infants and children up to age 5. Nutritionists provide:
- Nutrition education
- Nutritious supplemental foods
- Breastfeeding information and education (video)
- Referrals for other health care services
For more information on WIC call 704-296-4890.
Child Advocacy -The Tree House, Where Healing Takes Root (Video)
Collaborative effort of community partners involved in abuse cases.
Referrals received by law enforcement or child protective services.
Evaluation includes:
- Interview with parent or guardian
- Individual interview with child
- A complete head to toe medical exam
Following the evaluation medical and counseling options are discussed with parent or guardian. Follow-up is provided to referring agency.
Children's Dental Clinic
The clinic accepts only Medicaid and Health Choice for Ages 3 to 18 years. Services provided include:
- Cleaning
- X-rays
- Fluoride treatments
- Fillings
- Root Canals
- Extractions
- Sealants
- Pulpotomies
- Stainless steel crowns
Care Coordination for Children
Program for eligible children, birth to 5 years of age, who have chronic medical conditions, are in stressful situations long term, in foster care or are referred by their doctor.
Care managers will:
- Identify needs and concerns and set goals
- Offer referrals to community agencies
- Work with Child's health care providers to ensure he/she receives the best treatment
- Help families get answers to questions
- Provide information on health and family topics
- Talk about issues related to child's health and development.
Immunization Program
Immunizations Video
Union County Health Department offers immunizations for all ages. We offer certain federally funded vaccines for individuals 18 years and under at no cost through the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC). The vaccines available through this program may vary based on state guidelines therefore you should call the Health Department for specific questions.
We also offer several private vaccines that are available at a fee. The Health Department will bill the following private insurances for vaccines. We currently have contracts with Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna, and United. If your insurance does not cover the vaccine cost, you will receive a bill for this service. The following are the private vaccines currently available at the Health Department.
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Gardisil
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$174.00 per shot
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3 shot series
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Hepatitis A
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$89.00 per Adult shot
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2 shot series
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Hepatitis A
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$47.00 per Ped. Shot
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2 shot series
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Hepatitis B
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$84.00 per Adult Shot
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3 shot series
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Hepatitis B
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$40.00 per Ped. Shot
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3 shot series
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Meningococcal
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$129.00 per shot
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may need booster in 5 years
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MMR
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$64.00 per shot
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may need 2 shots
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Pentacel
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$106.00 per shot
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4 shots series
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Polio
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$59.00 per shot
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may need booster as adult
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Pneumonia
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$64.00 per shot
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Only offer once through Health Department
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Tdap(Tetanus)
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$54.00 per shot
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Needed every 10 years,
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Twinrix
(HepA/ HepB)
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$119.00 per shot
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3 shot series
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Typhoid
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$89.00 per shot
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Booster needed after 2 years
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Varicella
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$111.00 per shot
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2 shot series
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Yellow Fever
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$134.00 per shot
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Booster needed after 10 years
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Immunization Clinic is available Monday afternoons, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8-5 by appointment only
International Travel Vaccine Clinic is available by appointment only.
Both clinics are by appointment only, please call 704-296-4800 to schedule an appointment.
Health Services to reduce the incidence and spread of Communicable disease include:
- Childhood immunizations required by NC law, adult immunizations (including influenza, pneumonia, hepatitis B and tetanus), consultation and some immunizations for international travel
- Tuberculosis (TB) shin testing and surveillance, examination , and treatment of TB patients
- HIV (AIDS) testing and counseling
- Sexually transmitted disease (STD) control services (including diagnosis, treatment, and contact follow-up)
- Investigation, surveillance, and control measures for reportable communicable diseases as mandated by the State
Breast and Cervical Cancer Control
Women age 40 to 64 who are financially eligible receive preventive health services which include:
- ABC Project
- Breast Exam
- Mammogram
- Cholesterol Screening
- Pap Smear (available for age 18 to 64 who meet guidelines)
- Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Education
- Referral
Family Planning
Family Planning related services include:
- Pregnancy testing
- Education
- Physical Exam
- Abnormal Pap Smear follow-up
- Birth Control methods and counseling
Maternal Health
Health services to reduce infant mortality and promote health pregnancy outcomes include:
- Prenatal Care
- High Risk Clinic
- Pregnancy Testing
- Health Education
- Nutrition Counseling
- Postpartum Home Visits
- Parenting Information and Referral
- Social work including maternity care coordination and intensive psychosocial counseling
Pregnancy Care Management
Program is for pregnant Medicaid recipients who are determined to be at risk for poor birth outcomes. Referrals can come from the Pregnancy Medical Home, Primary Care Providers or other groups that provide services to pregnant Medicaid recipients.
Care managers will:
- Identify needs and concerns and set goals
- Offer referrals to community agencies as needed
- Work with woman’s Pregnancy Medical Home to ensure quality care
- Help women get answers to questions
- Provide information on a healthy pregnancy, post-partum care and birth control methods
- Help pregnant woman solve personal problems that get in the way of receiving care