Welcome

Welcome to South Health District
South Health District provides services to protect the health and well-being of everyone in the counties of Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks, Cook, Echols, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Tift and Turner.

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Current Health Issues

• Know the Facts about Pertussis/Whooping Cough
- With cases being reported in Georgia, South Georgians should be reminded about the symptoms.
• Sun Safety this Summer
- While enjoying the sunny summer days, remember the importance of protecting your skin.
• Men's Health Month
- Healthier choices and early detection of male health problems can help reduce rate of mortality.
• Buckle Up for a Safe Summer Vacation
- As school comes to a close, DCH encourages families to buckle up the whole family this summer.
• Pneumococcal Vaccine
- Don't forget your pneumococcal vaccine this year!

Current News & Events

• EEE Cases in Brooks County
(7/8/10) - GDPH has confirmed two cases of EEE in horses in Brooks County.
• Vital Records Price Increase
(6/14/10) - The first copy of birth and death certificates will be $25 beginning July 1.
• Restaurant Inspection Reports
(6/9/10) - Full reports are now available online.
• District Health Director
(5/14/10) - The Department of Community Health is currently accepting applications for District Health Director.
• 2010 Could Prove to be a Bad Year for Mosquitoes
(5/14/10) - With the wet winter and warm spring, mosquito populations are getting an early start in 2010.
• Seeking Rabies Postexposure Treatment
(2/01/10) - Would you know whether or not to seek treatment for rabies after being bitten by an animal?

Program Highlight

• Vote & Vax - Adults can receive free Tdap or pneumococcal (pneumonia) vaccines at the polling sites on Primary Election Day, July 20 in most counties. In some counties you can receive the vaccine before then.