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Program expansion at the Southmont Civic Center
Davidson County Senior Services is excited to announce an expansion of program offerings at the Southmont Civic Center. The expansion is designed to meet growing demand and help more senior adults live healthy, independent and socially connected lives within their own homes and communities.
From the Desk of State Senator Steve Jarvis: Coming Together For Healthy Communitie
This year's policy meeting focused on a mid-decade update on the status of the work to achieve the goals of Healthy North Carolina 2030.
Learn to view falls as controllable...enroll in A Matter of Balance classes
The Davidson County Senior Center in Lexington (555-B West Center St. Ext.) will host the program on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12 to 2 p.m. November 4 – December 4 at no charge to county residents age 60 and older. Preregistration is required by October 30.
Column: Disney Magic Meets Autumn Comfort at Hospice Fall Festival
This year’s Hospice Fall Festival turned the asphalt into a sea of bright green décor and Little Mermaid–inspired touches, complete with a whimsical “Main Street” of care and candy booths.
Every Step Counts in STEPtember
The National Council on Aging has designated September as National Senior Center Month – a time to recognize the vital role that senior centers play in communities promoting the overall well-being of older adults.Seniors interested in participating in this program are encouraged to attend a kickoff party at 10 a.m. August 26 at the Davidson County Senior Center in Lexington, 555-B West Center St. Ext. Kickoff
2025 First Confirmed Rabies Case in Davidson County
The Davidson County Health Department received the first confirmed positive rabies test result in 2025 after submitting a fox for specimen testing.
Davidson County Senior Services Announces "Healthy Eating Every Day" Program
This new class series is scheduled on Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. July 30 through October 29 at the Davidson County Senior Center in Thomasville (211 W. Colonial Dr.). This 14-week series will be provided free of charge to county residents age 55 and older.
After years of delays commissioners pause on hiring a coordinator for the $25 million Opioid Settlement Funds
Despite an outcry from service providers for immediate assistance Davidson County Commissioners say they want more information before agreeing to hire a coordinator to expedite the process of spending $25 million in Opioid Settlement Funds.
Column: By Vanita Faye Boger
As Father’s Day approaches, one family talks about the power of prayer and community support.
Press Release: Free Community Health and Wellness Retreat in Lexington
A free Community Health and Wellness Retreat is planned for Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Bull City Ciderworks located at 599 South Railroad Street in Lexington, N.C.This event is open to the public, offering a day full of wellness activities, fun and community connections for the entire family.
Box Fans offered to prevent heat related deaths
In North Carolina, between 1999 and 2017, there were 225 heat-related deaths, with 25 occurring in the workplace. The highest rates of occupational heat-related deaths were observed among males, Hispanic workers, and individuals aged 55–64
Hospice of Davidson County expands campus to meet growing needs
Today, HODC serves over 175 patients daily across residential homes, nursing homes, and skilled care facilities. The Hinkle Hospice House alone provides acute care for over 200 patients annually. Beyond patient care, more than 3,000 individuals annually receive grief and loss support through one-on-one counseling, group therapy and specialized programming.
Beyond Baby Showers: Why we need to talk about postpartum
The information in this article is based on personal experiences and is for conversational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Launches 24 Hour Virtual Primary Care Practice
The virtual primary care practice is designed for patients who do not need a high degree of hands-on, in-person care or who have busy lives and might travel frequently and want high quality, accessible primary care with a provider.
Un zorrillo sale positivo y marca el primer caso local de rabia en 2024
El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Davidson ha recibido resultados de laboratorio que confirman el primer caso positivo de rabia en el Condado de Davidson en 2024.
Day Two : City of Lexington Health Equity Fair
Saturday, August 13th from 9:00am to 2:00pm the City of Lexington is hosting a Health Equity Fair at Lexington Senior High School. The day's primary goal is to provide information, resources, supplies, and tools to equip our community to live healthier lives across Davidson County and surrounding areas.
Protect your loved ones from grandparent scams
Over the past year and a half of this pandemic, we’ve all been more worried than ever about our loved ones’ health and safety. Unfortunately, at the same time, scammers are looking for ways to take our money.
Executive order extends school immunization, health assessment deadlines amid pandemic
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper issued Executive Order 234 extending, but not waiving, proof-of-immunization and health assessment documentation deadlines for school and child-care facilities.
Health officials urge North Carolinians to get vaccinated for flu as COVID-19 cases remain high
Public health officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are urging North Carolinians to protect themselves, their families and those around them by getting vaccinated against Influenza as the state enters flu season while experiencing a surge of COVID-19 caused by the Delta variant.