Rutherford County Health Department

06/23/2026

🌱 Conectando a nuestra comunidad con alimentos, recursos y apoyo.

Tener acceso a alimentos saludables puede ser un desafío, pero saber dónde comenzar no debería serlo. La Guía de Acceso a Alimentos del Condado de Rutherford fue creada para ayudar a los residentes a encontrar fácilmente despensas de alimentos, comidas calientes, programas de nutrición, opciones de transporte y otros recursos comunitarios, todo en un solo lugar.

Check out this design designed by Megan Rollins.

06/23/2026

🌱 Connecting our community to food, resources, and support.

Accessing healthy food can be challenging, but knowing where to start shouldn’t be. The Rutherford County Food Access Guide was created to help residents easily find local food pantries, hot meals, nutrition programs, transportation options, and additional community resources all in one place.

Check out this design designed by Megan Rollins.

06/04/2026

Everyone deserves a place where they feel comfortable asking questions, seeking care, and getting support. 💙

At Foothills Health District, our mission is simple: to provide compassionate, respectful healthcare and resources for the communities we serve.

This month is a reminder that kindness, understanding, and access to care matter.

Our doors are open. Our care is for everyone. 🌈

06/03/2026

✈️🌎 Planning an International Trip? Add Vaccines to Your Travel Checklist!

Your passport isn’t the only thing you may need before you go! Certain destinations have health risks that aren’t common here at home — and getting the right vaccines before you travel can help keep you protected. 💪

Foothills Health District offers travel vaccines, including:

✅ Typhoid Vaccine
✅ Yellow Fever Vaccine
✅ Chikungunya Vaccine
✅ Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
✅ Cholera Vaccine

We also offer appointments for Malaria prophylactic antibiotics.

Whether you’re traveling for vacation, work, school, or a mission trip, our team can help you prepare for a healthier journey.

📅 Don’t wait — some vaccines require multiple doses or need time to become effective. Schedule your appointment early!

📍 Available through Foothills Health District
📞 Call us today to learn more or schedule your travel consultation.

Adventure is calling… make sure your health is ready to go with you. 🌍✈️

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Wishing our community a safe and meaningful Memorial Day from all of us at Foothills Health District. 🇺🇸

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Hoy recordamos y honramos a los valientes hombres y mujeres que dieron sus vidas al servicio de nuestro país.

De parte de todo el equipo de Foothills Health District, les deseamos a nuestra comunidad un Día de los Caídos seguro y significativo. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Memorial Day Closure Notice

The Foothills Health District will be closed on Friday, May 22 and Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

As we spend time with family and friends this holiday weekend, we also pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. ❤️🤍💙

We will reopen during normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

05/13/2026

⚠️ QPR Training Update ⚠️

Due to low registration numbers, tomorrow’s QPR Su***de Prevention Training (Thursday, 5/14) has been canceled.

However, there is still time to register for our next FREE community QPR training on Monday, 5/18, at 5:30 PM! 💚

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) teaches participants how to recognize warning signs of su***de, start supportive conversations, and connect someone with help. These simple skills can make a life-saving difference.

We hope you will join us Monday as we work together to build a stronger, more supportive community.

📅 Monday, 5/18
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Rutherford County Library, 145 College Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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05/12/2026

⏰ Reminder! QPR Su***de Prevention Trainings Are Happening This Week & Next Monday! 💚

There’s still time to sign up for our FREE community QPR Training sessions.

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) teaches everyday people how to recognize the warning signs of su***de, start supportive conversations, and connect someone with help.

You never know when these skills could help save a life.

✔️ Free to attend
✔️ Open to community members
✔️ No medical background needed

If you’ve been thinking about attending, now is the time to register and join us in building a stronger, more supportive community. Registration link in the comments!

📍Rutherford County Library, 145 College Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
📅 Thursday, May14th at 10am & Monday, May 18th at 5:30pm

Together, we can make a difference. 💚

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05/08/2026

Happy Nurses Week to the amazing nurses of Foothills Health District! 💙

Our public health nurses work every day to care for, educate, and support our communities through every stage of life. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment make a lasting impact across our district.

Thank you for all you do to keep our communities healthy and strong!