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1. What are the setback requirements for septic systems?

Setback Requirements for Septic Systems

These distances represent minimal horizontal distances from a wastewater system:

• 10 feet  from any property line
• 10 feet  from any water line
• 10 feet  upslope or 25 feet  downslope from interceptor drains
• 100 feet  from normal high water line of any class I or II impounded reservoir used as a source of drinking water
• 100 feet from any private water supply source
• 100 feet from any public water supply source
• 15 feet  from any basement
• 15 feet  from any swimming pool
• 15 feet  from the top of a slope of an embankment or cut of two feet or more vertical height
• 20 feet  from any other nitrification field
• 25 feet  from ground water lowering and surface drainage ditches
• 5 feet  from any building foundation, including a deck
• 50 feet  from any stream, canal, marsh, or coastal waters
• 50 feet  from normal high water line of any other lake or impoundment

2. What forms do I need to fill out for a septic permit?

Please see the "Septic Systems" portion of the Environmental Health section of this website for complete details. There is a checklist, application, and fees associated with obtaining a permit. These are all available online.

3. How do I request permit and application records for property?

This is frequently asked, and can be difficult to answer. Be aware that records are kept according to the original owner's information. Searching by address, parcel number, etc. is not possible. In order to fill these requests, the name of the individual who owned the property at the time of the original application, is required. The request for information is here.

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1. How can I find an immunization record?

Visit the North Carolina Immunization Branch website for more information on finding an immunization record.

2. Where can I get a flu shot?

The North Carolina Immunization Branch website lists locations to get your flu shot.

3. What immunizations does my child need to enroll in school?

Visit the North Carolina Immunization Branch for a full list of required immunizations your child needs to enroll in school.

4. What are frequently asked questions about adult immunizations?

Browse through a list of frequently asked questions regarding adult immunizations.

5. What are frequently asked questions about childhood immunizations?

Read through popular questions dealing with childhood immunizations.

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1. My physician wants me to have lab work. Can I come to the Health Department and have that lab work done?

Yes, the laboratory will gladly accept written orders from your physician providing all necessary information is written on your prescription.

2. What does fasting mean?

By definition, fasting means abstaining from all food and drinking only water. For laboratory tests, a 12-hour fast becomes important when food and drinks may affect performing certain lab tests.

3. I need a chicken pox titer for this health class I have enrolled in at school. Can I have that done at the health department?

Yes, the health department laboratory will provide a chicken pox titer and other titers needed for school health programs for a fee.

4. Do I need an appointment to have lab work done?

No, the laboratory is here to provide laboratory services Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays.

5. My doctor has written an order for me to have some lab tests done, how much are they?

Because there are literally thousands of laboratory tests available to assist your physician in diagnosis and management of your health, the laboratory asks that you call them directly for specific cost information.

6. I live out of state and need lab work once a month. Can I come there and have my lab work done?

Yes, the laboratory provides services for physicians throughout the U.S. We ask that all pertinent information be affixed to each written order that your physician writes, including your physicians name, exact mailing address, telephone number, fax number, personal ID number (UPIN Number).

7. When my lab work is done, do you forward the results to my doctor?

Yes, all lab work that has been ordered by your physician is sent either by mail or faxed to that office.

8. Medicaid requires me to have proof of pregnancy, how do I get that?

Once Medicaid has informed you that you must have proof of pregnancy to file for Medicaid services, you will need to have a documented pregnancy test that can be done here at our laboratory.

9. Is all the lab testing performed there at the Health Department?

No, although some of the laboratory testing is performed on site, the laboratory uses other reference laboratories to perform some testing. The primary reference laboratories that we use are Quest Diagnostics and the North Carolina State Laboratory located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

10. I’m getting married, does North Carolina require any blood work to issue a marriage license?

No, currently the state of North Carolina does not require any laboratory work prior to being married. However, some of the surrounding states do require blood work in order to issue a marriage license. You will need to contact the Register of Deeds in the county in which you are getting married to find out what is required.

11. My employer requires me to have a urine drug screen, can I have it done at the Health Department?

Yes, the laboratory can provide urine drug testing for those employers that set up an account.

12. I need my cholesterol checked. Can I get it there without an order from my doctor?

Yes, the laboratory follows guidelines set forth by our Medical Director and if you fall under those guidelines you could qualify for cholesterol testing that would not require your health care provider to write an order.

13. I take insulin for my diabetes, how and where do I dispose of my needles?

You must place your needles in a puncture proof container then you may place the puncture proof container in your household garbage.

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1. What are the income guidelines for WIC?

The income guidelines for the WIC program are set by the USDA and are standard across the state. Click here for further information, and displayed table for specific details.

2. Am I eligible for WIC?

Pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age five could be eligible for WIC.

3. What do I need to bring to my appointment?

If you are being certified for WIC, you will need to bring:

• A current Medicaid card 
• Pay check stubs for everyone in the home 
• Proof of your physical address. (If your physical address is different than your mailing address, please bring proof of both.)
• Current proof of ID for you, and your child. Your child's ID can be insurance card, social security card, or for newborns, the Mother's Verification of Facts.

4. What does WIC provide?

WIC provides a number of great services. For a full list of benefits provided by WIC, click here. 

5. I lost my eWIC card. What do I do?

Report your card as lost at 1-844-230-0813. The state will mail you a new card.

You can also stop by the WIC office to have it replaced.