Press releases from the Health Department

Orange County Health Department Identifies Potential Measles Exposure at an Orange County 

February 12, 2026

Orange County Health Department has been notified that a person infected with measles visited a public place in Orange County while contagious. Read the full press release.

Orange County 2024 State of the County Health Report Available

August 1, 2025
The Orange County Health Department is pleased to announce the release of the 2024 State of the County Health (SOTCH) report.  Read the full press release .

Registration Now Open for Orange County’s Second Annual Opioid Settlement Funds Community Meeting

July 16, 2025
The Orange County Opioid Advisory Committee invites community members to attend the Second Annual Opioid Settlement Funds Community Meeting on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Freedom House Recovery Center, 140 New Stateside Drive, Chapel Hill. This free event is open to the public, but registration is required.  Read the full press release .

Orange County Board of Health Champions Youth Mental Health with Resolution on Screen Time

April 29, 2025
In recognition of growing concerns over the effects of excessive screen time and social media use on youth mental health, the Orange County Board of Health unanimously approved a resolution aimed at promoting healthier screen habits among children and adolescents.  Read the full press release .

Quit Nicotine for Good! Orange County Health Department Offers Freshstart Class in May 2025

April 15, 2025
The Orange County Health Department will offer a free Freshstart nicotine cessation class in May for individuals aged 18 and older who live or work in Orange County. Freshstart is an evidence-based program designed to help people quit smoking, dip tobacco, vaping, or other nicotine products.  Read the full press release .

New Date for Bringing Immunity to the Community: Measles Updates for Partners and Providers

March 25, 2025
The Orange County Health Department and UNC SPARC (Special Pathogens Response Center) invite healthcare providers and community partners to “Bringing Immunity to the Community: Measles Updates for Partners and Providers.” The free event will be held in Hillsborough on Friday, May 30, 2025 and focuses on strengthening readiness and response to measles outbreaks. Register by Friday, May 23, 2025. The morning presentations will be streamed on Facebook Live.  Read the full press release .

Bringing Immunity to the Community: Measles Updates for Partners and Providers

February 4, 2025
The Orange County Health Department and UNC SPARC invite healthcare providers and community partners to “Bringing Immunity to the Community: Measles Updates for Partners and Providers.” This free event will focus on strengthening readiness and response to measles outbreaks through education, collaboration, and hands-on exercises. The deadline to register is February 14, 2025. Presentations will be on Facebook Live.  Read the full press release .

List of press releases from 2024

For a copy of a press release listed below, contact the Health Department’s Public Information Officer.

• Orange County Opioid Advisory Committee Opens Grant Cycle for Opioid Settlement Funds, December 16, 2024 
• Orange County Recognized for Outstanding Community Health Assessment; Announces Availability of Community Health Improvement Plans, November 20, 2024
• Orange County Health Department Staff Receive William Smith Outstanding Public Health Service Award, July 3, 2024
• Orange County Hosts Opioid Settlement Community Meeting, April 16, 2024
• Orange County 2023 Community Health Assessment Available, April 10, 2024