A bank, a hair salon, and a community center. Some of Mecklenburg County’s most unassuming buildings hold remarkable stories of Black entrepreneurship and enterprise. In honor of Black History Month, learn more about these landmarks that are of particular significance to local and Black history.
Continue ReadingHave a home renovation on the horizon? Whether you’re doing it yourself or hiring a professional, it’s important to know what materials you’ll be dealing with in your home. One of those materials might just be asbestos.
Asbestos is the common name for a group of naturally occurring mineral fibers. It’s great for thermal and electrical insulation, but very dangerous for our bodies. When asbestos-containing materials are disturbed and the fibers are released, it can affect the quality of the air we breathe. Inhaling or swallowing asbestos can cause serious health hazards, particularly if the exposure is prolonged.
While the presence of asbestos should be taken seriously, it’s no reason to panic. Here are three things you should know before you start that DIY home renovation project.
Continue ReadingEvery year, around 11,500 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed in the United States. But did you know that you can prevent cervical cancer with two simple steps? Get checked and vaccinated.
Mecklenburg County Public Health makes it easy and affordable for you to access screenings and vaccines that can help protect your health and save lives.
Continue ReadingThanksgiving is a day for the important things in life: family, gratitude and good pie. But unfortunately, it’s also the number one day for residential fires. Keep your Thanksgiving fire-free by following these simple steps:
Continue ReadingLeaves changing color are a beautiful sight, but knowing those falling leaves have to be raked? Not as exciting. But never fear! We’re here to help with the basics of fall yard care.
Whether you’re a green thumb or a lawn care novice, here are a few tips to maintain your yard this fall.
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Welcoming a new baby is an exciting time! It can, however, also be an exhausting and overwhelming period in your family’s life. We know sleep will be a priority for you and your baby. We want to help you make sure your baby gets safe sleep.
Where your baby falls asleep matters for the first year of their life. Sadly, more than 130 babies in North Carolina die each year of sleep related causes – many of which could have been prevented.
Follow these six tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics to keep your baby safe and reduce the risk of a sleep-related death. And talk to others that take care of your baby about safe sleep recommendations.
Continue ReadingWith the start of a new school year, it seems like everything is new. Whether that’s a new backpack, new classes, or new teachers. We’re here to tell you that it’s OK to recycle things every now and then (literally). Let’s just make sure you’re recycling right! Here are a few tips to keep in mind at school and at home.
Continue ReadingBiking on trails is a healthy activity for everyone, from seasoned pros to kids just learning the ropes. With more than 70 miles of greenway trails to explore, it’s important to understand the unspoken rules that all new bikers and seasoned riders should remember.
So before you head out the door, here are some tips to help everyone have an enjoyable experience on our greenways.
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