South Health District is continuing to monitor Hurricane Dorian. At this time we plan to operate all health departments, clinics and offices as normal this week. We are working closely […] Continue Reading

Subdivision Lot Size To provide for the orderly and safe development of subdivisions utilizing on-site sewage management systems, minimum lot sizes have been established. These lot sizes permit flexibility to […] Continue Reading

Hepatitis A outbreaks are on the rise across the southeast and the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District wants to make sure our communities understand the virus and […] Continue Reading

Public Health advocates getting vaccinated during National Immunization Awareness Month VALDOSTA – The month of August is about bringing awareness to immunizations, and the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) […] Continue Reading

Summer vacation is winding down and school will commence soon, but is your child completely ready to start school? Local public health officials encourage you to beat the rush and […] Continue Reading

Summer break means swimming! While it might not be fun to think about, it is important to remember that swimming might be a fun way to relax on a hot […] Continue Reading

LOWNDES, ECHOLS and BROOKS COUNTY – The Georgia Department of Public Health was awarded funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) through its Healthy Start Initiative: Eliminating Disparities […] Continue Reading