South Health District News
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Immunization is a Shared Responsibility
Immunization is a shared responsibility. Vaccines are among the most successful and cost-effective public health tools available for preventing disease and death. Continue Reading
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Tip ‘n Toss Campaign
Your local health department is urging residents to clean up around their homes, their yards and their communities and discard unnecessary items that can hold water. Tip ‘n Toss after every rainfall to reduce the number of mosquitoes and prevent the spread of Zika virus in South Georgia. Continue Reading
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DPH & Hartsfield-Jackson Partner to Prevent Zika Spread
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) in collaboration with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is urging travelers to protect themselves from mosquito bites and help prevent the spread of […] Continue Reading
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Additional Cases of Travel-Related Zika Virus Confirmed in Georgia
DPH is confirming two additional travel-related cases of Zika virus in Georgia. This brings the total number of travel-related cases of Zika virus in the state to three. Continue Reading
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First Travel-Related Zika Case Confirmed in Georgia
The Georgia Department of Public Health is confirming the first travel-related case of Zika virus in Georgia. Testing was done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Continue Reading
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Zika Precautions for Travelers
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) cautions travelers, especially women who are pregnant, headed to countries where Zika virus transmission is ongoing: Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador, French Guiana, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Martinique, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Suriname, Venezuela, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, among others. Continue Reading
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School Health Summit
The summit is a one day training that is being offered to school administrators, teachers, nutrition directors and principals. Continue Reading
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National Influenza Vaccination Week
The holidays are meant for gathering with family and friends, decorating, and indulging in delicious meals. Don’t let the flu virus keep you stuck in bed. Continue Reading
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Older Driver Safety Awareness Week
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) recommends older drivers and their families take time to talk about individual challenges and limitations. The goal is to help older drivers live life to the fullest by keeping them active, healthy and safe in their communities. Continue Reading
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World AIDS Day Event
This is a day for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died. Continue Reading