South Health District News
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Safe and healthy summer fun
ATLANTA – Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer! The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) wants it to be a safe and healthy summer for all Georgians and […] Continue Reading
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Exercise is important for everyone
It is easy for a person to say, “I’m not overweight so I don’t need to work out,” but that isn’t the case. It’s no secret that working out is […] Continue Reading
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National Infant Immunization Week observed April 27-May 4
VALDOSTA – Immunization is a shared responsibility. Vaccines are among the most successful and cost-effective public health tools available for preventing disease and death. Vaccines not only help protect our […] Continue Reading
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E. coli illness in Georgia linked to multistate outbreak
DPH urges public to take precautions to avoid infection ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed 17 […] Continue Reading
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Asthma Day Camp returns to Valdosta
VALDOSTA – The Superpuff Saturday Asthma Day Camp returns this May. South Health District’s Children’s Medical Services offers the camp as a fun and free way to educate asthmatic children […] Continue Reading
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Free Pack-N-Play offered to Safe Sleep Group Connection attendees
VALDOSTA – The Baby LUV/PAT Program is hosting a Safe Sleep Group Connection class on May 30, 2019. The educational event will offer tips on safe sleep practices for babies. […] Continue Reading
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Echols Environmental Health Program recognized by FDA
VALDOSTA – The Environmental Health Program at Echols County Health Department was recognized for their outstanding commitment to continuous improvement. The program received a Certificate of Achievement from the Food […] Continue Reading
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Start “Sporting Healthy Habits” at Kindergarten Roundup
STATENVILLE – Echols County Health Department encourages all up and coming kindergartners to start “Sporting Healthy Habits.” The health department will be holding a “Sporting Healthy Habits” kindergarten roundup on […] Continue Reading
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Lowndes County horse tests positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis
VALDOSTA – A horse in Lowndes County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). Public Health officials urge South Georgians to always wear mosquito spray whenever outdoors to guard […] Continue Reading
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Understanding the importance of vaccinations
Vaccines are constantly being discussed at the national level. These discussions are typically surrounded by statistics and scientific terms that can make things confusing. To clear up some of the […] Continue Reading