• January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

    January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Prevention, Early Detection Are Key VALDOSTA – January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is […]

  • Start 2025 with Purposeful Healthy Choices

    As we welcome the new year, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District encourages everyone to prioritize their health by making purposeful healthy choices in 2025. Whether you’re […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Lanier County Health Department to Relocate to New Facility

    New Location to Open In January (UPDATE DECEMBER 2024: Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene, the beginning of the move for Lanier County Health Department has been delayed until […]

  • 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 […]

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  • January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

    January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Prevention, Early Detection Are Key VALDOSTA – January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is […]

  • Start 2025 with Purposeful Healthy Choices

    As we welcome the new year, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District encourages everyone to prioritize their health by making purposeful healthy choices in 2025. Whether you’re […]

  • Make Food Safety Merry This Christmas

    Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday Feast VALDOSTA – As the Christmas season approaches, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District encourages residents to keep food safety […]

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