THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Thomas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on multiple drug charges after it was discovered that he was using a pill press to make fake Xanax, according to WALB. According to the…
South Health District offering OTC COVID tests
VALDOSTA - At-home COVID-19 test kits is now offered over-the-counter by the Georgia Department of Public Health's South Health District. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health District is now offering over-the-counter (OTC)…
Baby formula shortage urges pediatrician guidance
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Public Health is urging parents to seek guidance from pediatrician about baby formula shortage. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging parents unable to find baby…
Georgia consumers beware of baby formula scams
ATLANTA - Georgia consumers are being warned to be cautious of scams due to the nationwide baby formula shortage. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr is warning Georgia consumers to beware of price gouging and other…
Lowndes, Berrien, Cook show increase in COVID cases
The COVID-19 Summary for the current district totals released by the South Health District reports an increase in cases in Lowndes County. The South Health District released the COVID-19 Summary for March 3 - April…
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…