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Be Thankful For Food Safety This Thanksgiving
Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday Feast VALDOSTA – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is reminding residents to prioritize […]
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Consortium Meeting Scheduled
Join South Health District’s Consortium Task Force for our quarterly meeting as we discuss ways to improve health outcomes for our consumers and the community. The meeting will be held […]
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Breast Cancer Prevention Starts with Early Detection
South Health District recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month VALDOSTA – October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is emphasizing the critical […]
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Clinic Operations Following Helene
Update 10/4/24 at 11:30AM Changes from previous update: Update 10/3/24 at 11:30AM Changes from previous update: Update 10/2/24 at 12PM Changes from previous update: Update 10/1/24 at 2PM Changes from […]
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Prevent the Flu: Vaccination is Key
Flu Vaccines Available at Local Health Department VALDOSTA – As flu season begins, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is urging all residents to prioritize their health […]
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Lanier County Health Department to Relocate to New Facility
New Location to Open In December (UPDATE 10/29/24: Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene, the beginning of the move for Lanier County Health Department has been delayed until December […]
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Online Consent Forms for School Flu Vaccination Program Now Available
The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is excited to announce that flu vaccination consent forms for students are now available online for the 2024-2025 flu season. Each […]
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Hurricane Preparedness Tips From Public Health
While many families think about preparing their homes and emergency kits ahead of a storm, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District reminds families to also plan for […]
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EEE Detected Across South Georgia
Irwin, Lowndes Mosquito Pools and Berrien Horse Test Positive VALDOSTA –The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District has received three positive Eastern Equine Encephalitis notifications. A horse in […]
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Increase in Measles Cases and Outbreaks in the U.S. and Globally
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging parents to make sure their children are up to date […]
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All South Health District Counties Awarded Car Seat Mini Grant
Awarded Car Seat Mini Grant Buckle Up Right, Every Trip, Every Time VALDOSTA – All 10 of South Health District’s health departments have been awarded the 2024 Car Seat Mini-Grant […]
Keep Your Thanksgiving Healthy And Safe
Parties, family dinners, and other gatherings where food is served are all part of the holiday cheer. But the joy can change to misery if food makes you or others ill. The good news is that practicing four basic food safety measures can help prevent foodborne illness.
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Be Thankful For Food Safety This Thanksgiving
Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday Feast VALDOSTA – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is reminding residents to prioritize […]
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Lowndes Facilities Delayed Opening
All public health facilities within Lowndes County will delay opening to 12:00 PM on November 11, 2024 due to flooding within Valdosta city limits overnight.
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Consortium Meeting Scheduled
Join South Health District’s Consortium Task Force for our quarterly meeting as we discuss ways to improve health outcomes for our consumers and the community. The meeting will be held […]
Whether through immunizations, early intervention, regular health checks, environmental health, or emergency preparedness, our new health initiative “Healthy on Purpose,” is here to help residents learn the ways that public health can help them be purposeful about their healthcare.
South Health District’s mission is to prevent disease and injury, promote health and well-being and prepare for and respond to disasters in the counties of Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks, Cook, Echols, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Tift, and Turner.