South Health District News
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Discover the Power of Nutrition this National Nutrition Month
VALDOSTA – Each March, National Nutrition Month highlights the important role nutrition plays in supporting overall health and well-being. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is proud Continue Reading
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Rabies Risk Increases as Wildlife Becomes More Active
Stay Alert Outdoors This Spring VALDOSTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District reminds residents that as the weather warms, wildlife is more active and encounters with Continue Reading
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DPH Confirms Measles Case in Georgia
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles DPH Confirms Measles Case in Georgia ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed measles in an unvaccinated Continue Reading
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Clinics Here to Help with Pre-K and Kindergarten Requirements
As Pre-K and Kindergarten registration begins in several counties, South Health District reminds families that your local health departments are available to help you complete required school health forms and Continue Reading
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South Health District Now Accepting TRICARE for Immunizations
South Health District is proud to announce that all ten of our county health departments now accept TRICARE for immunization services. This update makes it easier and more convenient for Continue Reading
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Ryan White Hosts Consortium Meeting
VALDOSTA — South Health District’s Ryan White program will host its quarterly Consortium Meeting on Thursday, March 20, at 11:30 a.m. at the Southern Georgia Regional Commission, located at 1937 Continue Reading
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February Is American Heart Month
Small Steps Can Help Protect Your Heart February Is American Heart Month Small Steps Can Help Protect Your Heart VALDOSTA – February is American Heart Month, and the Georgia Department Continue Reading
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Brooks and Berrien County to Host Valentine’s Day No-Fee STI Clinics
QUITMAN and NASHVILLE, GA — The Brooks County Health Department and the Berrien County Health Department are hosting Valentine’s Day No-Fee STI Clinics to encourage community members to prioritize their Continue Reading
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DPH Confirms Measles Case in Georgia
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles ATLANTA—The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a measles case in a baby too young to receive routine measles Continue Reading
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Widespread Flu Activity in Georgia
Protect Yourself and Prevent the Spread of Flu ATLANTA – Flu activity is widespread and severe in Georgia, and cases are likely to increase following the holidays and as Georgians Continue Reading