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Is the Pandemic Over?
We have come a long way in combating COVID-19, and we are on the right track. Case numbers, hospitalizations, and deaths are on the decline, and we have effective tools to stay healthy. Our progress will continue if everyone takes advantage of the new vaccines and boosters.
Though we have come far, COVID-19 continues to be a serious threat in some communities, with the U.S. still averaging hundreds of deaths per day. We know the most effective ways to protect ourselves from COVID-19—getting vaccinated and boosted, testing when exposed or sick, and monitoring COVID-19 Community Level. Orange County is still at a medium level.
Scientists continue to monitor COVID-19, tracking new variants and community spread. It’s likely new variants will continue to emerge, and there may be a fall or winter surge. Staying vigilant and taking up-to-date public health precautions is the best way to protect the progress we’ve made.
To book a vaccine appointment today visit takemyshot.nc.gov or call (919) 913-8088.
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A Path for Hope
Suicide Prevention and Awareness Walk will take place on Thursday, September 29th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at Leigh Farm Park located at 370 Leigh Farm Road, Durham NC 27707. The event is hosted by Orange County Health Department, Durham County Department of Public Health, Alliance Health, Insight Humans Services and Healthy Carolinians of Orange County. Prior to the walk, community members will gather to hear featured speaker, Rwenshaun Miller, who believes that mental wellness begins with a conversation. Miller is an award-winning psychotherapist whose personal mission is to shift our society into one that acknowledges, addresses, and treats mental health challenges.
To donate shoes or for questions about the events, email Willa Robinson Allen at wrobinson@dconc.gov for Durham County or Ashley Rawlinson at arawlinson@orangecountync.gov for Orange County or call (919) 245-2440.
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Sign Up for Orange County AlertsHurricane Ian is expected to bring significant rainfall to Orange County this weekend. No matter the season, it is always a good idea to be signed up for OC Alerts, Orange County's public alert and warning system. This system provides critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons, water and sewer emergencies and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods.
You will receive time-sensitive messages wherever you specify, such as your home, mobile or business phones, email, text messages or a phone application.
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Free Naloxone Kits Available at Orange County Detention Center
Naloxone is a medication designed to rapidly reverse an opioid overdose. Free kits are available now at the Orange County Detention Center located at 1200 US 70 West, Hillsborough. The detention center is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. There are also free COVID-19 tests available in the vending machine.
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National Recovery Month Gathering
Each September, National Recovery Month works to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices. This Friday, September 30th from 11 am to 1 pm an gathering will be held at the Freedom House Recovery Center at 102 New Stateside Drive in Chapel Hill. The event will feature speakers that include treatment providers and powerful voices of recovery, door and raffle prizes as well as food.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Please be aware that the Chapel Hill vaccine clinic is currently booked until the middle of October. The Hillsborough vaccine clinic is a walk-in clinic and has spots available! It is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and is located at 1020 US Hwy 70, Hillsborough (across from the DMV).
Vaccines are free, and no ID is required! If you are coming for your second dose, or a booster please bring your vaccination card with the record of your previous doses. Visit our COVID-19 Vaccine page for the most up-to-date information: www.orangecountync.gov/getyourshot.
Ages 6 months and up can be vaccinated! To make an appointment call (919) 913-8088 or visit https://takemyshot.nc.gov.
Chapel Hill
Southern Human Services Center
2501 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Appointments only.
***Ages 6 months and up.
***Moderna, J&J, Novavax, and Pfizer vaccines are available.
Hillsborough
Bonnie B. Davis Environment & Agricultural Center
1020 US Hwy 70 W., Hillsborough, NC
Friday and Saturday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Appointments encouraged but walk-ins also accepted.
***Ages 6 months and up.
***Moderna and Pfizer vaccines are available.
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North Carolina COVID-19 Cases
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) reports 3,182,775 COVID-19 cases, 26,458 deaths and 1,036 hospitalizations. 66% of North Carolina's population is up to date on their COVID-19 vaccination.
There are currently 35,649 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 147 deaths in Orange County.
Orange County COVID-19 vaccinations:
Percentage of Population Vaccinated with at least One Dose: 81%
Percentage of Population Vaccinated with Two Doses or one Dose J&J: 78%
Percentage of Population Vaccinated with One Booster/ Additional Dose: 61%
For more information regarding live updates (NCDHHS updates the site every day around noon), please visit the NCDHHS website.
Orange County Health Department also has a COVID-19 dashboard webpage, with information on COVID-19 data in the county.
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Health Department Locations
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 Whitted Human Services Center
300 W. Tryon St.
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Home of OCHD Medical, Dental Clinic and Staff Offices |
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 Southern Human Services Center
2501 Homestead Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Home of OCHD Southern Medical Clinic |
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 West Campus Office Building
131 W. Margaret Lane
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Home of Environmental Health Services
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