Aug 09, 2018 Governor Deal signed a bill permitting microblading – temporary cosmetic tattooing of eyebrows – as a legal form of tattooing in Georgia. More
Microblading Law Reminder
Environmental health staff remind microblading artists they are required by law to apply for a permit at their local health department. Read More
Horse test positive for EEE in Cook County
Public Health officials are encouraging South Georgians to wear mosquito spray whenever outdoors to guard against mosquito-borne illnesses. A horse in Cook County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). Read More
Public Health Officials urge Mosquito Prevention Tips
The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed twenty-four mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus in Lowndes County. Public Health Officials continue to encourage South Georgians to guard against exposure to mosquitoes. Read More
Rabies Prevention
In the United States, rabies occurs primarily in wild mammals (e.g., skunks, raccoons, coyotes, foxes and bats). Sometimes, these wild animals infect domestic cats, dogs, and livestock. Find out more about rabies here. Read More
Welcome to South Health District
South Health District’s mission is to promote and protect the health and well being of anyone that lives, works, or plays in the counties of Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks, Cook, Echols, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Tift, and Turner.
South Health District News
Aug 07, 2018 A horse in Cook County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). More
Jul 25, 2018 The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed twenty-four mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus in Lowndes County. Public Health Officials continue to encourage South Georgians to ... 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.