Cabarrus Health Alliance

03/06/2026

Keep your child safe! Don't leave medicines somewhere kids can get into them.

03/05/2026

Branisha Smith and Braylee Childers were able to attend the 36th Annual CADCA National Leadership Forum. Braylee was recognized at graduation for completion of the 3-week National Coalition Academy, which gave a toolkit to lead the Healthy Cabarrus Substance Use Coalition effectively.

During their time in Washington D.C., they spoke with NC Congressman Addison McDowell about the importance of continued funding for substance use and prevention efforts.

03/05/2026

It's National Dental Assistant Appreciation Week! Thank you to our amazing Dental Assistants who make a difference in our community each and every day.

03/05/2026

Healthy snacking doesn't have to be hard! Make easy, healthy snacks to grab on the go.

03/04/2026

With support from Healthy Cabarrus, the Adolescent Health Learning Collaborative at Cabarrus Health Alliance is committed to strengthening our community by listening. We want to hear from you—your voice is essential in shaping how we support youth in Cabarrus and Rowan Counties.

We are distributing the Adolescent Pulse Assessment (APA), an annual survey that helps us better understand the challenges, strengths, and emerging needs of adolescents and the broader community. The APA is open to adolescents, adults, and anyone working in the education system. If you feel comfortable, there is also a separate adolescent section that your child may complete at your discretion. All responses are anonymous and confidential.

For questions, contact Jordan Karas, Program Manager at Jordan.Karas@Cabarrushealth.org
Thank you for sharing your voice!

Survey Link: https://bit.ly/3MTdG1n

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Con el apoyo de los programas de Cabarrus Saludable (Healthy Cabarrus) y Colaborativo de Aprendizaje de Salud del Adolescente (Adolescent Health Learning Collaborative) en la Alianza de Salud de Cabarrus estamos comprometidos a ayudar a nuestra comunidad al escuchar sus opiniones. Queremos escucharlos – su opinión es muy importante para mejorar la manera en que apoyamos a los jóvenes de los condados de Cabarrus y Rowan.

Estamos compartiendo la Evaluación del Sentir de los Adolescentes (APA por sus siglas en inglés), una encuesta que hacemos cada año para entender mejor los retos, las fortalezas y las nuevas necesidades de los adolescentes y de la comunidad. La encuesta está disponible para adolescentes, adultos y personas que trabajan en el sistema escolar. Si usted está de acuerdo, también hay una sección separada para adolesentes, la cual su hijo/a puede llenar a su discreción. Todas las respuestas son anónimas y confidenciales.

Si tiene preguntas, puede contactar a Jordan Karas, Admininstradora del Programa en Jordan.Karas@Cabarrushealth.org
¡Gracias por compartir su opinión!

03/03/2026

Nutrition is what fuels our body! Using high-quality fuel for your car helps it to run better while long term use of low-quality fuel can cause problems.
The diet plays an important role in our health by protecting us from conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

Good nutrition means enjoying a variety of foods from each food group including:
🍖Lean proteins: chicken, turkey, lean beef, fish
🥬Vegetables: asparagus, carrots, bell peppers, sweet potatoes
🍓Fruits: bananas, oranges, grapes
🥯Grains: whole grain bread, oats, rice, popcorn
🥛Low-fat dairy: Greek yogurt, skim milk (or non-dairy options fortified with calcium), cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese
🫒Healthy fats: Olive oil, eggs, lightly salted or unsalted nuts and seeds

02/26/2026

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and March is National Nutrition Month🪥🥒🦷
Keep these facts in mind to support oral and overall health!

02/25/2026

Yesterday, a few CHA team members had the honor of attending a retirement celebration for Ann Benfield at Cabarrus Partnership for Children. 💐

Cabarrus Partnership for Children is an incredible community partner that helps fund Smart Start programs at CHA, supporting dental care for children before they begin kindergarten, dental services for uninsured pregnant women, and ultrasounds for uninsured pregnant women.

We are so grateful for their continued partnership and the lasting impact Ann has made on families throughout our community. Wishing her all the best in retirement.

02/25/2026

Cabarrus County EMS recently spent time on campus working toward a FANTASTIC goal, partnering with a team from Duke to set a world record for the most people trained in CPR in one day! ⏱️❤️

The one-minute trainings were open to clinical staff, nonclinical staff, and clients, making it quick and easy for everyone to learn lifesaving skills. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to support this incredible effort and help make a difference in our community!

02/24/2026

A heartfelt thank you from CHA School Nurses to the anonymous donor whose generous contribution is making a positive impact on our school health program. We truly appreciate your kindness!

02/24/2026

02/23/2026

Join us for a live fireside chat & tele-town hall on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. to discuss:
• What to know about recent measles cases and guidance
• Where to find resources on recommended childhood vaccines
• Ways to find a health care provider near you and access care