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Roanoke‑Alleghany health director briefs Salem Council on local public‑health indicators
Summary
Dr. Cynthia Morrow, Health Director for the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts, presented Salem's public‑health profile, highlighting cancer, heart disease and stroke, substance abuse, maternal and child health, environmental health and the economic impacts of public health.
Dr. Cynthia Morrow, Health Director for the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts, presented an informational update to Salem City Council at its May 11 work session.
Dr. Morrow reviewed the ten essential public health services and shared data comparing Salem to other Virginia localities, with specific attention to cancer, heart disease and stroke, substance‑use disorders, maternal and child health, and environmental health concerns. She also outlined economic implications tied to public‑health outcomes.
Council members asked questions and discussed the data presented. The session was informational; no council action or vote was taken on the public‑health briefing.
