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

• National Immunization Awareness Month
- NIAM stresses the importance of keeping up-to-date on your family's immunizations.
• 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.
• Pneumococcal Vaccine
- Don't forget your pneumococcal vaccine this year!

Current News & Events

• Tuberculosis Case at Lowndes Co Jail
(8/17/10) - A former inmate of the Lowndes County Jail has tested positive for Tuberculosis.
• 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.
• 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

• Fruits & Veggies - More Matters - Department of Community Health and South Health District recognize September as National Fruit and Veggies Month.