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Discover the Power of Nutrition this National Nutrition Month
VALDOSTA – Each March, National Nutrition Month highlights the important role nutrition plays in supporting overall health and well-being. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is proud […]
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Rabies Risk Increases as Wildlife Becomes More Active
Stay Alert Outdoors This Spring VALDOSTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District reminds residents that as the weather warms, wildlife is more active and encounters with […]
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DPH Confirms Measles Case in Georgia
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles DPH Confirms Measles Case in Georgia ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed measles in an unvaccinated […]
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Clinics Here to Help with Pre-K and Kindergarten Requirements
As Pre-K and Kindergarten registration begins in several counties, South Health District reminds families that your local health departments are available to help you complete required school health forms and […]
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South Health District Now Accepting TRICARE for Immunizations
South Health District is proud to announce that all ten of our county health departments now accept TRICARE for immunization services. This update makes it easier and more convenient for […]
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Ryan White Hosts Consortium Meeting
VALDOSTA — South Health District’s Ryan White program will host its quarterly Consortium Meeting on Thursday, March 20, at 11:30 a.m. at the Southern Georgia Regional Commission, located at 1937 […]
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February Is American Heart Month
Small Steps Can Help Protect Your Heart February Is American Heart Month Small Steps Can Help Protect Your Heart VALDOSTA – February is American Heart Month, and the Georgia Department […]
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Healthy Together Program Accepting Applicants
The Healthy Together Program is a collaborative effort between South Health District’s Adolescent Health program and the Lowndes County Commission on Children/Youth (LCCY) to provide an opportunity for parents/youth who […]
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Healthcare Transportation and Opioid Prevention Awareness Survey
South Health District is asking for the community’s input on awareness of our opioid prevention program as well as local healthcare transportation needs. Your feedback can help shape the future […]
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We’re Hiring!
Interested in a career at South Health District? In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes an employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid […]
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Stay PrEPared. Stay Protected. Stay HIV-Free.
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is a daily medication that significantly reduces the risk of contracting HIV when taken as prescribed. PrEP is a safe and effective way to prevent HIV. PrEP […]
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Babies Can’t Wait (BCW) is Georgia’s early intervention program for children birth to age 3 with developmental delays or certain medical conditions. BCW offers no-cost evaluations and service coordination, with support tailored to each child and family. Early support can make a lifelong difference.
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Discover the Power of Nutrition this National Nutrition Month
VALDOSTA – Each March, National Nutrition Month highlights the important role nutrition plays in supporting overall health and well-being. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is proud […]
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Rabies Risk Increases as Wildlife Becomes More Active
Stay Alert Outdoors This Spring VALDOSTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District reminds residents that as the weather warms, wildlife is more active and encounters with […]
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DPH Confirms Measles Case in Georgia
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles DPH Confirms Measles Case in Georgia ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed measles in an unvaccinated […]
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.