South Health District

More Than 30 Screenings Performed VALDOSTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District in conjunction with Georgia Mobile Audiology and Valdosta State University, hosted a free hearing […]

Grow Retiring After 13 Years VALDOSTA – Mark J. Eanes, MD, MBA, will join the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District as District Health Director effective July 3, […]

Effective June 1, 2023, all Georgia WIC temporarily approved nonstandard container sizes of contract formulas and Enfamil NeuroPro product line are discontinued. Additional information can be found by visiting the […]

End of the Public Health Emergency Declaration What it means for Georgians ATLANTA – The federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) declaration will expire at the end of the day. Now […]

VALDOSTA – New mothers face many challenges as they learn to care for a new baby. Having access to support and education can help. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s […]

TIFTON – Access to health care and health resources is critical for all individuals to reach their highest health quality possible. Public health works daily to ensure that everyone has […]

South Georgia Medical Center’s Lanier Campus, in partnership with the Georgia Department of Public Health and the Lanier County Sheriff’s Department, is hosting a National Prescription Drug Take Back event […]

In an effort to keep every adult and child safe, the Georgia Department of Public Health is recognizing March 13-17, 2023 as Georgia Preteen Vaccine Awareness Week. This week serves […]

National Nutrition Month recognized in March Whether it’s fueling your body with nutritious and delicious meals or ensuring that the food you are eating is sustainable for the environment, eating […]

Effective March 1, 2023, temporarily approved non-contract, store-brand, and international formulas will no longer be eligible for issuance by the Georgia WIC Program and redemption by Georgia WIC Program participants. […]