Rowan County Health Department

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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. ๐Ÿ˜ท

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy New Year from Rowan County Public Health! ๐ŸŽ‰We will be closed on New Yearโ€™s Day (January 1, 2026) to ring in the ...
01/01/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy New Year from Rowan County Public Health! ๐ŸŽ‰
We will be closed on New Yearโ€™s Day (January 1, 2026) to ring in the new year.

Thank you for letting us serve you in 2025โ€”hereโ€™s to a happy, healthy, and hopeful 2026! ๐Ÿ’™ Letโ€™s make it a great oneโ€”together.

Stay safe, stay well, and weโ€™ll see you in the new year!

๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿฅ‚ As we ring in the New Year, remember: Drinking and driving donโ€™t mix. One wrong choice can change everything in an in...
12/31/2025

๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿฅ‚ As we ring in the New Year, remember: Drinking and driving donโ€™t mix. One wrong choice can change everything in an instant.

๐ŸŽ‰ Plan ahead
๐Ÿš— Designate a sober driver
๐Ÿ“ฑ Use a rideshare or taxi
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Stay the night if needed

Letโ€™s start 2026 safely โ€” for yourself, your loved ones, and everyone on the road. Make the right choice. ๐Ÿ’›

  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.

Visit MySpot.nc.gov.

๐ŸŽ‰โœจ New Year, New You, Healthier Habits! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฅ—As we welcome 2026, itโ€™s the perfect time to set goals that put your health fi...
12/27/2025

๐ŸŽ‰โœจ New Year, New You, Healthier Habits! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฅ—

As we welcome 2026, itโ€™s the perfect time to set goals that put your health first โ€” one small step at a time.

Whether itโ€™s:
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Moving more
๐Ÿฅฆ Eating fresh
๐Ÿ˜ด Sleeping better
๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ Reducing stress
๐Ÿ’ง Drinking more water

This is your year to feel your best! Letโ€™s make those resolutions stick and build a healthier, happier YOU. ๐Ÿ’š

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy Holidays, Rowan County! ๐ŸŽ„โœจWeโ€™re wishing you a joyful, safe, and healthy holiday season filled with warmth and ch...
12/23/2025

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy Holidays, Rowan County! ๐ŸŽ„โœจ

Weโ€™re wishing you a joyful, safe, and healthy holiday season filled with warmth and cheer! ๐Ÿ’š

Please note:
๐Ÿ“… Our offices will be closed December 24th, 25th, and 26th so our team can enjoy the holidays, too.
๐Ÿ“ Weโ€™ll reopen and resume normal business hours on Monday, December 29th.

Thank you for being part of our amazing community โ€” see you soon!

Most health insurance plans cover flu, COVID and RSV vaccines for kids ๐ŸคฑChildren who are insured by Medicaid, or are uni...
12/22/2025

Most health insurance plans cover flu, COVID and RSV vaccines for kids ๐Ÿคฑ

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.

๐Ÿงผโœจ Itโ€™s National Handwashing Awareness Week โ€” the simplest way to stay healthy and stop germs in their tracks!Keep these...
12/20/2025

๐Ÿงผโœจ Itโ€™s National Handwashing Awareness Week โ€” the simplest way to stay healthy and stop germs in their tracks!

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

Letโ€™s make clean hands a habit! ๐Ÿงด๐Ÿ’ง

โค๏ธโœจ The holidays are a time for joy โ€” but they can also bring stress, chaos, and a few too many cookies!Here are a few t...
12/18/2025

โค๏ธโœจ The holidays are a time for joy โ€” 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:
๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Manage stress with deep breaths, short walks, or quiet moments to recharge
๐ŸŽ Balance indulgence with nutritious meals & mindful eating
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ Stay active โ€” even 10 minutes can boost your mood
๐Ÿ˜ด Prioritize sleep to keep energy (and spirits) up
๐Ÿ›‘ Say no when needed โ€” your well-being comes first!

Letโ€™s celebrate the season without burning out. You've got this!

Respiratory viruses spread fast this time of year. Protect yourself and your loved ones with a few easy habits and talk ...
12/17/2025

Respiratory viruses spread fast this time of year.

Protect yourself and your loved ones with a few easy habits and talk with your provider about getting vaccinated!

Learn more at MySpot.nc.gov.

๐Ÿฅถ Cold weather is here โ€” letโ€™s stay safe and warm together! โ„๏ธ๐Ÿ’™When temps drop, risks rise. Keep yourself and others pro...
12/15/2025

๐Ÿฅถ Cold weather is here โ€” letโ€™s stay safe and warm together! โ„๏ธ๐Ÿ’™

When temps drop, risks rise. Keep yourself and others protected with these cold-weather safety tips:
๐Ÿงฅ Dress in layers
๐Ÿ”ฅ Heat your home safely
๐Ÿš— Winterize your vehicle & keep an emergency kit
๐Ÿพ Bring pets inside โ€” if itโ€™s too cold for you, itโ€™s too cold for them!
๐Ÿ‘ฅ Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those living alone

Stay warm, stay safe, and spread the word!

๐Ÿโœจ Itโ€™s National Pear Day!Sweet, crisp, and full of flavor, pears are the perfect snack, salad topper, or dessert star. ...
12/13/2025

๐Ÿโœจ Itโ€™s National Pear Day!

Sweet, crisp, and full of flavor, pears are the perfect snack, salad topper, or dessert star. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ’š

๐Ÿฅ— Add them to your lunch
๐Ÿฏ Drizzle with honey for a treat

Letโ€™s raise a pear ๐Ÿ to good taste and good health!

๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿ’ค Every nap. Every night. Every time.Safe sleep saves lives. To protect your baby, always:โœ… Place baby on their back to...
12/09/2025

๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿ’ค Every nap. Every night. Every time.

Safe sleep saves lives. To protect your baby, always:
โœ… Place baby on their back to sleep
โœ… Use a firm, flat sleep surface
โœ… Keep the crib free of blankets, pillows, and toys

Letโ€™s give every baby the safest start possible. ๐Ÿ’™
Share to spread the word and help prevent sleep-related infant deaths.

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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

Telephone

+17042168777

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