South Health District News
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First Human Case of WNV in Georgia
Symptoms of WNV include headache, fever, neck discomfort, muscle and joint aches, swollen lymph nodes, and a rash – that usually develop three to 15 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Continue Reading
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Back-to-School Shots Reminder
Recognizing August as National Immunization Awareness Month, DPH reminds Georgians to stay up-to-date and get a head start on vaccinations required for school age children. Continue Reading
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Irwin County Schools Tobacco Free
Irwin County School System joined other school systems throughout the state of Georgia by implementing a Tobacco-Free School policy. Under the 100% Tobacco-Free School policy no student, staff member or school visitor is permitted to use any tobacco product or E-cigarette, at any time on school property. Continue Reading
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High Temps Raise Health Concerns
Heat stroke is a serious illness characterized by a body temperature greater than 105 degrees. Symptoms may include dry red skin, convulsions, disorientation, delirium and coma. Continue Reading
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Public Health Awareness Day
The event offers activities for the entire family; such as free health screenings (i.e., blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes) for adults, and games, face painting and other fun activities for children. Continue Reading
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Irwin Pre-K Round Up
Irwin County Health Department is hosting a Pre-K Round Up on Thursday, May 28 for children in need of Ear, Eye, Dental and Nutrition screenings. Continue Reading
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Healthy and Safe Swimming Week
Healthy swimming depends on what we swimmers bring into the pool – and what we keep out of it. We all share the water we swim in, and we each need to do our part to keep ourselves, our families, and our friends healthy. Continue Reading
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National Infant Immunization Week
Immunization is a shared responsibility. Vaccines are among the most successful and cost-effective public health tools available for preventing disease and death. They not only help protect our children when we vaccinate them, but can also help protect entire communities by preventing and reducing the spread of infectious diseases. Continue Reading
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Lowndes County Schools Tobacco-Free
Emanuel County Schools, Lowndes County Schools and Jenkins County Schools all recently implemented Georgia’s 100% Tobacco-Free School policies. Continue Reading
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Babies Can’t Wait Seeks Public Comment
The Georgia Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Babies Can’t Wait (BCW) program invites interested persons to participate in a 60-day public comment period for the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2015 Annual State Application under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Fiscal Policies. Continue Reading