Author: Kristin Patten
-
(3/1/2023) WIC Approved Formula Changes
Effective March 1, 2023, temporarily approved non-contract, store-brand, and international formulas will no longer be eligible for issuance by the Georgia WIC Program and redemption by Georgia WIC Program participants. […]
-
Public Health Recognized by Divine 9
VALDOSTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District was recently recognized by the National Pan-Hellenic Council Valdosta Alumni Chapter, Valdosta Divine 9. Divine 9 President Ronald Skrine […]
-
Plant-based Enfamil Infant Formula Recalled Due to Health Concerns
Atlanta – Reckitt, one of the main formula manufacturers in the U.S., is recalling two batches of Enfamil ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula because of possible cross-contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii […]
-
February is Heart Month
Public Health Encourages Residents To Take Care of Their Heart February is Heart Month and public health wants to remind everyone to take care of their heart this and every […]
-
Public Health Recognizes NBHAAD
Offers Free HIV Testing, Gift Cards, T-Shirts VALDOSTA – February 7 is recognized nationwide as National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. This observance is a day to acknowledge how HIV disproportionately […]
-
Medicare Part D – Some Vaccines Now No Cost
As part of the Inflation Reduction Act, adults who are covered under Medicare Part D may now qualify to receive the shingles and Tdap vaccines with no out of pocket […]
-
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
Cervical Health Awareness Month is recognized nationwide in January. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District wants to remind residents of the steps they can take to be […]
-
Spread Cheer, Not Flu This Holiday Season
Public Health Recognizes National Influenza Vaccination Week VALDOSTA – The holiday season is here. That means more time to spend with your children, family, and friends. However, as holiday cheer […]
-
Talking Turkey
Tips to safely prepare your holiday meals VALDOSTA – The holidays are just around the corner and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District wants to make sure […]
-
SHD Paints The Town Red
Public Health Recognizes World AIDS Day 2022 VALDOSTA – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate more than 1.1 million people in the United States are living with HIV […]