Author: Kristin Patten
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DPH Preparations for Potential Spread of COVID-19
ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is working closely with the CDC, and state partners to prepare for a potential outbreak of COVID-19 in the U.S., including […]
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Healthy eating crucial for overall health
National Nutrition Month recognized in March Eating healthy is one of the most important steps you can take in improving your overall health. People may shy away from healthy eating […]
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Public health hosts free health fair
VALDOSTA – South Health District hosted the Mind and Body Wellness Health Fair on Saturday, February 15. During the event, more than 60 people were able to be screened for […]
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Travelers Returning to Georgia from China Self-Monitoring for Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Symptoms
ATLANTA – Under the supervision of the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH), about 200 individuals who have recently returned from China are self-monitoring for symptoms of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus). […]
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Protecting your heart in more than relationships
VALDOSTA – February may be the month of love, but did you know that February is also American Heart Month? While most people are focused on protecting their hearts in […]
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Public Health hosts free HIV testing events
Recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day VALDOSTA – National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is recognized annually on February 7 as a way to increase HIV education, testing, community involvement, and […]
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Public health staff receive car seat safety certifications
VALDOSTA – Staff with the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District focused their skills on child car seat safety this month. Eight staff members from across the 10-county […]
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STATE NEWS: DPH Release of Coronavirus Information
ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health, in consultation with the CDC, is evaluating patient information received from healthcare providers about potential cases of coronavirus. To date, DPH has […]
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Georgia Counties Share Car Seat Mini Grant
Buckle Up Right, Every Trip, Every Time ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s (DPH), Injury Prevention Program, Child Occupant Safety Project, is pleased to announce the 2019 recipients […]
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Sick? Stay home!
Children and adults should stay home when sick to prevent flu spread Flu season typically runs from October to May and peaks from December to February. That means South Georgia […]