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. 😷

🥛 Happy National Milk Day! 💪Milk isn’t just delicious—it’s packed with essential nutrients like:✅ Calcium – for strong b...
01/11/2026

🥛 Happy National Milk Day! 💪

Milk isn’t just delicious—it’s packed with essential nutrients like:
✅ Calcium – for strong bones & teeth
✅ Protein – to build & repair muscle
✅ Vitamin D – supports immune health & bone strength
✅ B Vitamins – help convert food into energy

Whether you pour it in your coffee, blend it into smoothies, or enjoy it straight from the glass, milk fuels your day the wholesome way. 🐄💙

🧠💙 January is Mental Wellness Month! 💙🧠Your mental health matters—every month, every day, every moment. This month, let’...
01/08/2026

🧠💙 January is Mental Wellness Month! 💙🧠

Your mental health matters—every month, every day, every moment. This month, let’s focus on self-care that strengthens the mind and the spirit. 🌿✨

Mental wellness is essential. So this January, let’s start the year with kindness, rest, and reflection.

🫶 What’s your favorite way to recharge? Share it below! ⬇️

Did you know? Rowan County Public Health offers same-day clinic appointments!✅ Sick/Office Visits✅ STD/STI Screenings✅ F...
01/06/2026

Did you know? Rowan County Public Health offers same-day clinic appointments!

✅ Sick/Office Visits
✅ STD/STI Screenings
✅ Family Planning
…and more!

📞 Call 704-216-8782 to schedule your appointment today!

📢 Rowan County Public Health, along with Vaya Health, will be hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Monday...
01/05/2026

📢 Rowan County Public Health, along with Vaya Health, will be hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Monday, January 12, 2026, from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at the Rowan Community Center.

This 8-hour course equips adults to support young people facing mental health challenges. You’ll learn how to:

✔ Recognize early signs and symptoms
✔ Listen with empathy and provide reassurance
✔ Connect youth to professional help and resources

Participants will also explore the impact of trauma, build resilience strategies, and practice the ALGEE Action Plan for both crisis and non-crisis situations. Plus, discover self-care techniques for helpers.

✅ Ready to make a difference? Scan the QR code to register!

🎉 Happy New Year from Rowan County Public Health! 🎉We will be closed on New Year’s Day (January 1, 2026) to ring in the ...
01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from Rowan County Public Health! 🎉
We will be closed on New Year’s Day (January 1, 2026) to ring in the new year.

Thank you for letting us serve you in 2025—here’s to a happy, healthy, and hopeful 2026! 💙 Let’s make it a great one—together.

Stay safe, stay well, and we’ll see you in the new year!

🚫🥂 As we ring in the New Year, remember: Drinking and driving don’t mix. One wrong choice can change everything in an in...
12/31/2025

🚫🥂 As we ring in the New Year, remember: Drinking and driving don’t mix. One wrong choice can change everything in an instant.

🎉 Plan ahead
🚗 Designate a sober driver
📱 Use a rideshare or taxi
🛏️ Stay the night if needed

Let’s start 2026 safely — for yourself, your loved ones, and everyone on the road. Make the right choice. 💛

  now and be ready for family get-togethers this season!Updated   and   are the best way to protect yourself and your lo...
12/29/2025

now and be ready for family get-togethers this season!

Updated and are the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from serious illness.

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🎉✨ New Year, New You, Healthier Habits! 💪🥗As we welcome 2026, it’s the perfect time to set goals that put your health fi...
12/27/2025

🎉✨ New Year, New You, Healthier Habits! 💪🥗

As we welcome 2026, it’s the perfect time to set goals that put your health first — one small step at a time.

Whether it’s:
🚶‍♀️ Moving more
🥦 Eating fresh
😴 Sleeping better
🧘‍♂️ Reducing stress
💧 Drinking more water

This is your year to feel your best! Let’s make those resolutions stick and build a healthier, happier YOU. 💚

🎉 Happy Holidays, Rowan County! 🎄✨We’re wishing you a joyful, safe, and healthy holiday season filled with warmth and ch...
12/23/2025

🎉 Happy Holidays, Rowan County! 🎄✨

We’re wishing you a joyful, safe, and healthy holiday season filled with warmth and cheer! 💚

Please note:
📅 Our offices will be closed December 24th, 25th, and 26th so our team can enjoy the holidays, too.
📍 We’ll reopen and resume normal business hours on Monday, December 29th.

Thank you for being part of our amazing community — see you soon!

Most health insurance plans cover flu, COVID and RSV vaccines for kids 🤱Children who are insured by Medicaid, or are uni...
12/22/2025

Most health insurance plans cover flu, COVID and RSV vaccines for kids 🤱

Children who are insured by Medicaid, or are uninsured or underinsured, can get vaccinated at no cost through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.

Visit MySpot.nc.gov.

🧼✨ It’s National Handwashing Awareness Week — the simplest way to stay healthy and stop germs in their tracks!Keep these...
12/20/2025

🧼✨ It’s National Handwashing Awareness Week — the simplest way to stay healthy and stop germs in their tracks!

Keep these tips in mind:
✅ Wash for at least 20 seconds
✅ Use soap and clean running water
✅ Scrub all parts — palms, backs, between fingers, and under nails
✅ Dry hands thoroughly

Let’s make clean hands a habit! 🧴💧

❤️✨ The holidays are a time for joy — but they can also bring stress, chaos, and a few too many cookies!Here are a few t...
12/18/2025

❤️✨ The holidays are a time for joy — but they can also bring stress, chaos, and a few too many cookies!

Here are a few tips to help you stay healthy and happy this season:
🧘‍♀️ Manage stress with deep breaths, short walks, or quiet moments to recharge
🍎 Balance indulgence with nutritious meals & mindful eating
🚶‍♂️ Stay active — even 10 minutes can boost your mood
😴 Prioritize sleep to keep energy (and spirits) up
🛑 Say no when needed — your well-being comes first!

Let’s celebrate the season without burning out. You've got this!

Address

1811 E Innes Street
Salisbury, NC
28146

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+17042168777

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