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…
Multistate opioid settlement in final passage of legislation
A multistate opioid settlement is in the final passage of legislation for Georgia to receive full available funds to address the crisis. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr applauds the final passage of SB 500, legislation that…
“Celebrate a World of Flavors” during Nutrition Month
March is Nutrition Month and the DPH's South Health District is celebrating by encouraging everyone to try foods from around the world. Release: Eating healthy doesn’t need to be boring. Trying foods from a variety…
South District: Get heart healthy during Heart Month
February is Heart Month and the Georgia Department of Public Health's South District reminds everyone to protect their hearts. Release: Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the nation’s leading killer of both men and women across all…
DPH report shows 1,627 new COVID cases in…
The DPH South Health District has released the COVID-19 weekly summary as of January 27, 2022. The weekly report shows that Lowndes County had an increase of 1,627 COVID-19 cases. See the South Health District's…
COVID-19 mega-testing site opening
A drive-up COVID-19 mega-testing site will open at The Hope Depot Backyard at Mercedes-Benz Stadium free for all Georgians. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health in partnership with Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Fulton County Government, the…
DPH recognizes Cervical Health Awareness Month
South Health District is recognizing Cervical Health Awareness Month with information on risks and steps to be healthy. Release: Cervical Health Awareness Month is recognized nationwide in January. The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South…
DPH urges Georgians not to go to hospital…
Release: To help keep hospital emergency departments open to treat medical emergencies, individuals seeking COVID testing should not go to hospital emergency departments, unless they are experiencing severe COVID-19 symptoms requiring urgent medical attention. Asymptomatic individuals or…
Georgia DPH awarded over $2 million to support…
Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) was awarded $2,066,100 from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The grant funding is used to provide technical assistance and resources to partner agencies statewide, develop community support…