South Health District News
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DPH Confirms Measles Case in Metro Atlanta
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated metro Atlanta resident. DPH […] Continue Reading
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Public Health Community Meeting scheduled for February 14
South Health District invites community members and stakeholders to attend our upcoming Public Health Community Meeting on Friday, February 14th, at 11:00 AM. The meeting will take place at the […] Continue Reading
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Nine Health Departments Awarded Car Seat Mini Grant
Buckle Up Right, Every Trip, Every Time VALDOSTA – Nine local health departments have been awarded the 2025 Car Seat Mini-Grant by the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Injury Prevention […] Continue Reading
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District Reopening Following Winter Storm
UPDATE JANUARY 23 at 1:30 PM: All SHD clinics and offices will reopen Friday, Jan. 24, with modified hours of 9:30-3:30. These adjusted hours prioritize staff safety, allowing for safe […] Continue Reading
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Stay Safe During Extreme Cold Weather
With temperatures dropping across Georgia, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District encourages everyone to take steps to stay safe and warm during extreme cold weather. Here’s how […] Continue Reading
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January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Prevention, Early Detection Are Key VALDOSTA – January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is […] Continue Reading
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Start 2025 with Purposeful Healthy Choices
As we welcome the new year, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District encourages everyone to prioritize their health by making purposeful healthy choices in 2025. Whether you’re […] Continue Reading
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Make Food Safety Merry This Christmas
Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday Feast VALDOSTA – As the Christmas season approaches, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District encourages residents to keep food safety […] Continue Reading
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Be Thankful For Food Safety This Thanksgiving
Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday Feast VALDOSTA – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is reminding residents to prioritize […] Continue Reading
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Lowndes Facilities Delayed Opening
All public health facilities within Lowndes County will delay opening to 12:00 PM on November 11, 2024 due to flooding within Valdosta city limits overnight. Continue Reading