Sep 28, 2020 South Health District recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month VALDOSTA – It is estimated that 279,100 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2020. It is also estimated ... More
Early Detection Saves Lives
VALDOSTA – It is estimated that 279,100 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2020. It is also estimated that nearly 50,000 deaths from breast cancer will occur in 2020. Read More
Flu or COVID-19?
With flu season just around the corner and COVID-19 still extremely prevalent across our area, many people want to know “What is the difference between the flu and COVID-19?” Read More
Georgians Urged to Wear Face Coverings to Fight COVID-19
VALDOSTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District wants to continue to urge all Georgians to continue taking precautions to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our communities. Read More
Free COVID-19 Testing Available Across South Health District
Free COVID-19 testing is available in all 10 counties across the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District. The South Health District includes Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks, Cook, Echols, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Tift and Turner Counties. Read More
COVID-19 Deaths Across South Health District
South Health District COVID-19 Related Death Demographic Breakdown by Date Read More
Welcome to South Health District
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.
South Health District News
Sep 22, 2020 Determining the difference VALDOSTA – With flu season just around the corner and COVID-19 still extremely prevalent across our area, many people want to know “What is the difference between the ... More
Sep 04, 2020 Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and Governor Kemp are encouraging Georgians to have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend while following Four Things for Fall COVID-19 ... More
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South Health District serves residents in south central Georgia. To find information about your local county health department, please select their page below.