Iredell County Health Department

08/06/2026

Breastfeeding is built on supply and demand: the more often milk is removed, the more signals your body receives to make more. 💜

For many babies, that means feeding 8–12 times in 24 hours, or about every two to three hours. Some feedings may happen much closer together, especially during cluster feeding. Babies, as it turns out, are not known for respecting a clock.

Frequent nursing or pumping can help build and maintain milk supply, but every breastfeeding experience is different. Our WIC team is here with support, encouragement and answers when you need them.

📲 See if you qualify for WIC today:
🔗 https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support? Contact our WIC team:
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 [email protected]

🌐 More info: Link in bio or https://tinyurl.com/ICHDWICNews

📄 Stevens Amendment Disclosures:
https://tinyurl.com/ICHDStevens2627

📢 WIC is an equal opportunity program.

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08/05/2026

Our tips are continuing as we recognize World Breastfeeding Week all week long. 💙💛

Pumping takes enough time and energy. Remembering how long breastmilk can safely sit out, stay refrigerated or remain frozen shouldn’t feel like another full-time job.

A quick rule to remember for freshly pumped breastmilk:

🕓 4 hours on the countertop
📅 4 days in the refrigerator
❄️ 6 to 12 months in the freezer

Once breastmilk has thawed, don’t refreeze it. Use refrigerated thawed milk within 24 hours, and use any milk left after a feeding within two hours.

Save this guide somewhere handy for the next time you’re standing in front of the refrigerator wondering when that bottle got there. Because sleep deprivation and mental math aren’t exactly close friends. 😅

📲 See if you qualify for WIC today:
🔗 https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support? Contact our WIC team:
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 [email protected]

🌐 More info: Link in bio or https://tinyurl.com/ICHDWICNews

📄 Stevens Amendment Disclosures:
https://tinyurl.com/ICHDStevens2627

📢 WIC is an equal opportunity program.

💜 Share to spread the word!

08/04/2026

08/04/2026

Your hands can be a breastfeeding tool, too. 🤲💗

Hand expression can help when your breasts feel full or when your baby needs a little help latching.

The motion is simple:
👉 Press back toward your chest
👉 Gently compress
👉 Release and repeat

It should feel gentle, not like pulling or pinching.

Save this post so you have the steps when you need them, and remember that Iredell County WIC is here for breastfeeding education and support.

📲 See if you qualify for WIC today:
🔗 https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support? Contact our WIC team:
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 [email protected]

Learn more about Iredell County WIC:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/ICHDWICNews

Stevens Amendment Disclosures:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/ICHDStevens2627

WIC is an equal opportunity program.

Share to spread the word! 💙💛

08/03/2026

💜 August 1–7 is World Breastfeeding Week!

Breastfeeding looks different for every family, and having the right support can make a real difference.

This year’s theme, “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works,” recognizes the importance of building on the education, encouragement and resources already helping families reach their feeding goals.

Whether you’re preparing to breastfeed, currently breastfeeding or working through challenges, Iredell County WIC is here to support you and your baby. 🤱

📲 See if you qualify for WIC today:
🔗 https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support? Contact our WIC team:
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 [email protected]

🔗 Learn more about Iredell County WIC: https://tinyurl.com/ICHDWICNews

WIC is an equal opportunity program.

Share to spread the word! 💙💛

07/31/2026

NC is one of 8 states included in a recall of GreenWise frozen berries sold at Publix, due to potential E. coli contamination. If you have one of the following products, do not eat them. Throw them away or return them for a refund. Learn more: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/publix-recalls-all-lots-greenwise-organic-frozen-blueberries-and-whole-mixed-berries-due-potential-e

Affected products include:
- GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 10-ounce, UPC 41415-06453
- GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 48-ounce, UPC 41415-12053
- GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 10-ounce, UPC 41415-06753
- GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 48-ounce, UPC 41415-12153

07/31/2026

Bentley’s spa vacation is almost over, and his August calendar is packed. 🚌✨

This month, the Mobile Health Unit will be making stops across Iredell County to bring public health services closer to you.

No-cost services:
• Blood pressure screenings
• STI Express
• Car seat safety checks

Low-cost services:
• Child and adult immunizations
• Walk-in labs
• Pregnancy testing and counseling

Most clinics are open from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. unless otherwise marked on the calendar. Walk-ins are encouraged, and no appointment is needed.

Save the calendar, find a stop near you and come see Bentley once he’s back from his spa day. 💙

🔗 Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/HDMHUnit
📄 Stevens Amendment disclosure: https://tinyurl.com/ICHDStevens2627

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07/30/2026

We know seeing Iredell County appear on the state’s case dashboard may raise questions, so we want to share what the dashboard shows and what residents should know.

The Cyclosporiasis Cases and Outbreaks Dashboard currently lists one case in Iredell County. One case doesn’t mean there’s a local outbreak. At this time, no confirmed source has been identified for the increase in cases across North Carolina.

Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause prolonged diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea and fatigue. Symptoms often begin about a week after exposure.

To help lower your risk:

🥬 Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables before eating or preparing them, even if the package says "pre-washed." Washing may help, but it may not remove the parasite completely.

🧼 Wash your hands, utensils and food-prep surfaces.

🌿 Parsley and cilantro have been commonly reported among cases, although many people who became sick didn’t eat either one. Current guidance recommends considering locally grown options, cooking them thoroughly or avoiding them for now.

🩺 Contact your health care provider if you have severe or persistent diarrhea, and drink plenty of fluids to help prevent dehydration.

We’ll continue watching the dashboard and sharing information our community needs to know.

View the dashboard and current guidance:
https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/communicable-disease/foodborne-illnesses/cyclosporiasis/cases

Stevens Amendment Disclosures:
https://tinyurl.com/ICHDStevens2627

07/29/2026

North Carolina is now reporting 718 cases and 24 hospitalizations since early May.

A new statewide dashboard is available to keep the public informed with weekly updates. Current interviews show parsley and cilantro are often mentioned, but many people did not eat either, meaning there may be more than one source.

Please continue washing produce thoroughly and cook foods when possible. Contact a health care provider if you are experiencing severe or persistent diarrhea. Staying hydrated is also important.

Read the full release here ➡️ https://bit.ly/44Un3Du
Access the statewide dashboard here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4x79Hj9
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Carolina del Norte registra actualmente 718 casos y 24 hospitalizaciones desde principios de mayo.

Ya está disponible un nuevo panel de información a nivel estatal para mantener al público informado mediante actualizaciones semanales. Las entrevistas realizadas hasta el momento indican que a menudo se mencionan el perejil y el cilantro; sin embargo, muchas personas no consumieron ninguno de los dos, lo que sugiere que podría haber más de una fuente de contagio.

Por favor, continúe lavando minuciosamente los productos agrícolas y cocine los alimentos siempre que sea posible. Consulte a un profesional de la salud si presenta diarrea grave o persistente. También es importante mantenerse hidratado.

Lea el comunicado completo aquí ➡️ https://bit.ly/44Un3Du
Acceda al panel de información estatal aquí ➡️ https://bit.ly/4x79Hj9

07/29/2026

Your summer meals just found their new favorite sidekick. 🥒☀️
This recipe tip is cool, creamy, and easy to make.

Mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic and fresh dill for a homemade tzatziki that adds plenty of flavor without much fuss.

Serve it with vegetables and pita, spread it on sandwiches or burgers, or use it as a dip for an easy summer snack. Honestly, it’s good on just about everything, which feels like the kind of flexibility summer meals need. 😌

📲 See if you qualify for WIC today:
https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support? Contact our WIC team:
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 [email protected]

🔗 Learn more about Iredell County WIC:
https://tinyurl.com/ICHDWICNews

🔗 Stevens Amendment Disclosures:
https://tinyurl.com/ICHDStevens2627

WIC is an equal opportunity program.

Share to spread the word! 💙💛