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Public Health Department is one of the divisions operated by the government of Catawba County in North Carolina. The department, based in Hickory, N.C., protects, promotes and maintains the health of city residents. It provides a wide variety of public health programs and services for individuals. Public Health Department also provides a range of information related to health issues, bioterrorism preparedness, pollution and strategic health plans. The department offers various clinical services in the areas of adult and children s health, communicable diseases, dental health, immunization and women s preventive health. Its environmental health programs include issues, such as air quality, food, lodging, water sample inspection, and well and septic permits. The department also offers several home health services, including physical and occupational therapies. It operates various community health assessment programs.

The Department of Social Services is governed by the board members and offers a variety of assistance programs and services to the residents. The department provides nutritious meals, education, and health and wellness services to more than 1,400 senior citizens. It also enables over 27,600 low-income persons and nearly 3,300 children from poor families to access medical care. In addition, the Department of Social Services provides short-term assistance, including rent, food and utilities to more than 3,300 citizens in crisis situations. It is operated by the Catawba County, N.C., which also operates soil and water conservation, utilities and engineering, public health, library, tax, parks, and planning and development departments. The Department of Social Services is located in Hickory, N.C.