NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai, NCDHHS Director of the Division of Public Health Dr. Kelly Kimple, and Medical Director of the Medical Consultation Unit Dr. Erica Wilson will hold a virtual media availability on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 2:30 p.m.
NCDHHS will address measles cases in North Carolina and the importance of being up to date with vaccinations, the CDC’s updated immunization schedule, the rise in respiratory illnesses in North Carolina and urge individuals to get their seasonal vaccines.
Vaccines remain one of the most effective means available to prevent severe illness, hospitalization and death. They help protect the health of children and adults, their families, and entire communities from the spread of infectious diseases.
What:
NCDHHS Holds Media Availability on Vaccine Importance
Who:
Dr. Dev Sangvai, Secretary, NCDHHS
Dr. Kelly Kimple, Director, Division of Public Health, NCDHHS
Dr. Erica Wilson, Medical Director, Medical Consultation Unit, Division of Public Health, NCDHHS
When:
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at 2:30 p.m.
Media:
Credentialed media can RSVP to news@dhhs.nc.gov to receive the virtual zoom meeting link.