Samaritan Health Center

09/03/2026

Priority request: please reach out to [email protected] if you can fill this need, or share it with a friend -- and thank you!

09/02/2026

Extreme heat is expected in our area this week. With heat indexes climbing into the triple digits, staying safe and cool is essential. If you or someone you know needs relief from the heat, several Durham County Library locations will operate as cooling centers during normal business hours from Wednesday, September 2 through Saturday, September 5.

Cooling Center Locations and Hours:

North Regional Library – 221 Milton Road
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Thursday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

East Regional Library – 211 Lick Creek Lane
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Thursday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

South Regional Library – 4505 S. Alston Avenue
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m..
Thursday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Main Library – 300 N. Roxboro Street
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Thursday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Southwest Regional Library – 3605 Shannon Road
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Thursday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Stanford L. Warren Branch Library – 1201 Fayetteville Street
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Thursday–Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Heat of this magnitude can be dangerous. To help prevent heat‑related illness:
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Avoid caffeinated, sugary, or alcoholic drinks
• Reduce outdoor activities
• Stay in air conditioning when possible
• Watch for symptoms of heat‑related illness
• Stay informed

Find additional tips on preventing heat‑related illness here: https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/occupational-and-environmental-epidemiology/climate-and-your-health/extreme-heat/know-signs-heat-illness-and-what-do

09/02/2026

Today we celebrate Dr. Jessie Prestwood's 16 year anniversary on our staff 💥muchas gracias, Dra. Prestwood!

08/30/2026

08/29/2026

In honor of , some of our staff shared examples of promoting wellness in their own lives!

08/28/2026

Special thanks this month to TWO primary care volunteers celebrating anniversaries!

-->Dr. Melissa Cabellon, 3 years
-->Dr. Sean Harper, 1 year

We are grateful for you both!

08/28/2026

Programa Mentes Fuertes Programa de promotores de salud mental: mentes fuertes Bienvenido al Programa Mentes Fuertes. Si está experimentando estrés, ansiedad, depresión o tiene dificultades para dormir debido a preocupaciones, por favor regístrese en nuestro programa a través del siguiente bot....

08/27/2026

to adult health screenings last August at Immaculate Conception Church - thank you for hosting us, and much gratitude to UNC LMSA for your partnership!

08/27/2026

We're making space at staff meeting this week to name both joys and struggles. It's an important practice for team sustainability and prayer.