VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
Georgians urged not to eat Diamond Shruumz products
ATLANTA - Georgians are being urged not to eat Diamond Shruumz products because they may contain psychoactive compounds. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and…
Mosquito pool tests positive for EEE in Lowndes…
LOWNDES CO. - The Department of Public Health warns Lowndes County residents of a mosquito pool that has tested positive for EEE. Release: A mosquito pool in Lowndes County has tested positive for Eastern Equine…
GA DPH closing remaining COVID-19 drive-through testing
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Public Health is closing all remaining COVID-19 drive-through testing sites. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is closing all remaining COVID-19 community testing sites. The last day…
GA DPH investigates possible applesauce pouch lead poisoning
ATLANTA - The GA Department of Public Health investigates potential cases of lead poisoning from recalled cinnamon applesauce pouch products. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is investigating several potential cases of high blood lead…
Extreme heat raises health concerns in Georgia
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Public Health urges Georgians to stay cool, hydrated, and informed during the recent high temperatures. Release: With temperatures expected to be in the high 90’s throughout the state for…
Georgia experiencing an uptick in COVID cases
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Public Health is reporting an uptick in new COVID cases and hospitalizations. Release: While the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeing an uptick in new COVID cases…
DPH seeks public comments on health grant
ATLANTA - The Georgia DPH seeks public comments on the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant for the fiscal year 2023. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking public comment on our…
DPH hosted a free hearing test event
VALDOSTA - The Georgia DPH's South Health District in partnership with Georgia Mobile Audiology and VSU hosted a free hearing test event. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District in conjunction with…