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Wilkes County Health Department
306 College St
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-7450

Monday-Friday
8:30am-5:00pm

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  • Who would I talk to if I believe there is mold in the home I rent? Two of my nieces and myself have had bad breathing problems since we have moved into my new home.

    The information that we provide is from the Department of Health and Human Services. Please click this link http://epi.publichealth.nc.gov/oii/mold/ for more information. If you have any questions please feel free to contact our Environmental Health Services office at 336-651-7530.

  • What do you do if you have a UTI?

    If you think you might have an UTI, then an appointment needs to be scheduled as soon as possible with your doctor. A UTI could potentially be a dangerous diagnosis, sepsis CAN possibly be developed if left untreated.  If diagnosed with a UTI, then your doctor will take the proper course of treatment, this is usually prescribing an antibiotic.

  • How long is a perc test valid in Wilkesboro NC?

    If a septic permit has been issued, the permit is good for 5 years.  One or more of the following could invalidate the permit:

    1. The original site plan has changed (house location, drive, number of bedrooms, etc.)
    2. The site has been disturbed, graded, etc.
    3. Property dimensions have changed
    4. Other factors based on the permit conditions

     They would need to contact us.

    8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday, at 336-651-7530.

  • Is there a cost, when you come to the health department?

    The Wilkes County Health Department accepts Medicaid, NC Health Choice, private insurance including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna-Tyson Insurance, and offers a sliding fee scale for those who are uninsured.  The sliding fee scale is based on family size and household income. For more information please contact us at 336-651-7450.

  • I am 60 years old, and haven't worked steady in around two years.Is there any kind of help for me getting a check up, etc

    There are two community centers who can provide primary care to you for a small co-pay of $10 or $20, if you meet the guidelines for their MAP program. Please call West Wilkes 973-7050 or Mountain View 696-2711 to make an appointment. If neither center can help you, please call the Health Department at 651-7386.

  • Can you have your period or bleed while you are pregnant?

    Uterine bleeding somewhat suggestive of the menstrual period occurs occasionally after conception. One or two episodes of bloody discharge, somewhat suggestive of  and sometimes interpreted as menstruation, are not uncommon during the first half of a pregnancy.  Almost always such bleeding is short and scant. If at anytime during your pregnancy  you have any questions or concerns to be sure that you contact your OB/GYN

  • What is a good website for accurate sexual health information?

    There are a number of different websites or resources for accurate sexual health information. Click any of the links below.

    http://www.cdc.gov/sexualhealth/

     http://www.sexualhealth.com/

     http://www.webmd.com/sex/default.htm

     http://www.who.int/topics/sexual_health/en/

     http://www.nationalsexstudy.indiana.edu/

     http://www.plannedparenthood.org/

     http://www.iwannaknow.org/teens/index.html

     http://www.plannedparenthood.org/info-for-teens/

  • I severely injured my shoulder in an accident, and I probably need surgery on it. I have no insurance and very little money. Are there any programs that might be able to help me?

    There may be some assistance with the injury available through the Access to Care Task Force. Please contact our Access to Care Coordinator at 336-651-7386 or by e-mail at alimon@wilkescounty.net.

  • Is there a stop smoking clinic in the Wilkesboro area?

    Currently, there is not a clinic in Wilkesboro or near by that can assist in stopping the use of tobacco products (whether it is chewing tobacco, snuff, cigarettes, etc). However, if you or someone you know is thinking about stopping the use of tobacco, here is a free resource - Quitline NC. For a limited time Quitline NC is offering free nicotine replacement therapy such as patches, gum, or lozenges. For more information, please see Quitline NC's website by clicking here or call toll free 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).

  • How do users ask a question?

    Anonymous questions can be asked by visiting this form on the WilkesHealth.com website.  Enter the question and the reCaptcha security code, and your question will be submitted to our staff for review/response.  Since the question is 100% anonymous, we will not be able to respond via email. You will need to check back on the website to read the response to your question.  We try to respond to all inquiries in 2-4 business days.

  • What is the FAQ?

    The FAQ is a section designed to allow WilkesHealth.com visitors to ask questions.