Rowan County Health Department

Rowan County Health Department The official page of the Rowan County Health Department

Our mission is to provide and to encourage the provision of quality public health programs that protect and promote health, prevent and control disease, reduce and rehabilitate disability, as well as establish and maintain healthful lifestyles in a safe environment. This will be accomplished by assessing local health needs, developing public health policies, and assuring delivery of needed community services. A healthier Rowan County, North Carolina through collaboration across agencies and with community partners. 😷

We are so join in support of Rowan County NC DSS and Smart Start Rowan for prevent child abuse awareness month! It takes...
04/10/2026

We are so join in support of Rowan County NC DSS and Smart Start Rowan for prevent child abuse awareness month! It takes all of us. 💙💙💙

🌱 Looking for a fun way to help youth grow—inside and out? 🌱Rowan County 4‑H is more than clubs and projects—it’s a path...
04/10/2026

🌱 Looking for a fun way to help youth grow—inside and out? 🌱

Rowan County 4‑H is more than clubs and projects—it’s a pathway to healthy youth development! 💚

4‑H supports the mental, emotional, and physical health of young people by building life skills, confidence, and strong social connections.
👧🧒 Who can join?
Youth ages 5–18 (as of January 1)

✨ What youth gain through 4‑H:
✅ Leadership & confidence
✅ Public speaking & communication skills
✅ Hands-on learning & STEM activities
✅ Service projects that strengthen communities
✅ Belonging, friendships, and positive adult mentors

🏡 Clubs across Rowan County include:
• Green Sprouts (hands-on learning)
• Happy Trails (horses)
• Hot Shots & Lead Drivers (target shooting, ages 8+)
• Grow‑Getters (plants & service)
• West Rowan Explorers (STEM)
• Faith Academy, Heritage & Horizons, and more!
🧠💪 By helping youth build skills, manage emotions, and connect with others, 4‑H promotes resilience, healthy choices, and lifelong well-being.

📍 Free to enroll: v2.4honline.com
📞 More info: 704‑216‑8970
📧 laura_allen@ncsu.edu
🌟 Healthy youth. Strong families. Resilient communities. 🌟

Open hearts. Open hands. Open conversations. Join us for the Faith & Harm Reduction Workshop and discover how faith‑root...
04/10/2026

Open hearts. Open hands. Open conversations. Join us for the Faith & Harm Reduction Workshop and discover how faith‑rooted responses can save lives and strengthen our community.

Register Here: https://forms.gle/SWm6zLoCQATxgT5PA

📣 Parents of Rowan County—You’re invited!Rowan‑Salisbury Schools, alongside local community partners, is hosting “Behind...
04/09/2026

📣 Parents of Rowan County—You’re invited!
Rowan‑Salisbury Schools, alongside local community partners, is hosting “Behind Closed Doors: Understanding Youth Substance Use”, a free educational event designed to support parents and caregivers.

🗓 April 27 | ⏰ 6 PM
📍 Rowan County Events Center
Childcare and refreshments provided. Let’s learn, connect, and work together to protect our youth. 💙
🔗 Register by April 23: go.ncsu.edu/rowansubstanceuseprevention26

🎉 Public Health Week = Busy & AWESOME at Rowan County Public Health! 🎉This week has been packed with learning, engagemen...
04/09/2026

🎉 Public Health Week = Busy & AWESOME at Rowan County Public Health! 🎉

This week has been packed with learning, engagement, and lifesaving work 💪🩺

Yesterday, we welcomed freshmen from Salisbury Academy Upper School to the Health Department! Students explored our Care Management programs, met the HOPE Team, learned about Environmental Health, Emergency Preparedness, and learned about out clinic services—future public health leaders in the making! 🌟

We also proudly hosted an Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), equipping our community with critical tools to support mental health and save lives 💙🧠
✅ Education
✅ Prevention
✅ Community
✅ Impact

👉 Keep the Public Health Week fun going!
🧠🎯 Join us TONIGHT for Public Health Trivia
📍 New Sarum
⏰ 7:00 PM

Come test your knowledge, learn something new, and celebrate public health with us! 🙌

🧠🎉 Public Health Trivia Night is tonight! 🎉🧠Ready to test your health knowledge and show off your trivia skills? Join us...
04/09/2026

🧠🎉 Public Health Trivia Night is tonight! 🎉🧠

Ready to test your health knowledge and show off your trivia skills? Join us for a night of fun, friendly competition, and public health pride! 💙

🗓 Trivia Night
⏰ Starts at 7:00 PM
📍 New Sarum Salisbury Brewing Co.
📍 109 N Lee St., Salisbury, NC 28144
Grab a team, enjoy great vibes, and see if you have what it takes to be a Public Health Champion! 🏆

💛 Want to make a real difference for young people in our community?Join us for Youth Mental Health First Aid on May 26, ...
04/08/2026

💛 Want to make a real difference for young people in our community?

Join us for Youth Mental Health First Aid on May 26, 2026 and learn how to recognize, support, and respond to youth experiencing mental health challenges.

Together, we can be the first step in a young person’s path to recovery. 💛
📍 Salisbury, NC | ⏰ 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
🔗 Scan the QR code to sign up!

This week, we’re celebrating National Public Health Week and the power of prevention, protection, and promotion for our ...
04/07/2026

This week, we’re celebrating National Public Health Week and the power of prevention, protection, and promotion for our community. 💚

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Rowan County Board of Commissioners for issuing this proclamation and for being unwavering public health champions—supporting efforts that help our residents thrive.

✅ Rowan County’s 2025 Community Health Assessment is complete!Thanks to input from more than 1,300 residents and partner...
04/07/2026

✅ Rowan County’s 2025 Community Health Assessment is complete!

Thanks to input from more than 1,300 residents and partners across the county, the assessment identified three top priorities for 2025–2028:
💚 Behavioral Health
🏠 Housing
🥦 Healthy Lifestyles

This community-driven process helps guide where we focus our efforts next—and how we turn data into action. View the full report and learn how to get involved:
🔗 www.rowancountync.gov/Community-Health-Needs-Assessment-2025

Together, we’re building a healthier Rowan County. 💪

✅ Dash with the Director/Move with the Mayor= DONE!Public Health Week is officially underway, and we’re just getting sta...
04/06/2026

✅ Dash with the Director/Move with the Mayor= DONE!

Public Health Week is officially underway, and we’re just getting started! 💪 Thank you to everyone who came out today to move, connect, and kick off a great week of action.

There’s still so much more happening—from trainings and trivia to volunteering opportunities—so don’t miss your chance to join us for the rest of the week. Let’s keep the momentum going and show up for our health and our community!

📅 Check out the upcoming events and come be part of Public Health Week: Ready, Set, Action!

Our Director Dashed and our Mayor Moved! Thank you to everyone to joined us at JC Optimist Park this afternoon to walk w...
04/06/2026

Our Director Dashed and our Mayor Moved!

Thank you to everyone to joined us at JC Optimist Park this afternoon to walk with Salisbury Mayor, Tamara Sheffield, and Public Health Director, Alyssa Harris.

First Dog Eddie also wants to remind everyone that this week is Public Health Week and that there are great events happen all week so be sure to stay tuned to our social media pages!

04/06/2026

"🎉💙 Public Health Week is here! 💙🎉

This week, we’re celebrating the people, programs, and partnerships that help our community stay healthy, safe, and thriving. From prevention to education to connection — public health touches every part of our lives.

📌 Be sure to check our pinned post for event details, activities, and ways to get involved all week long!

Let’s come together, learn together, and celebrate health together!
"

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1811 E Innes Street
Salisbury, NC
28146

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+17042168777

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