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 encouraged to fuel the future with healthy…
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Public Health recognizes National Nutrition Month with "Fuel for the Future" with healthy foods. Release: Whether it’s fueling your body with nutritious and delicious meals or ensuring that the…
GA DPH recognized by Divine 9
Photo left to right: Ronald Skrine Sr., President Valdosta Divine 9, NPHC and Member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity; Dr. William R. Grow, District Health Director South Health District; James Dean Jr., Treasurer Valdosta Divine…
DPH encourages heart health during February
VALDOSTA - Georgia Department of Public Health is encouraging residents to take steps to reduce the risk for heart disease. Release: February is Heart Month and public health wants to remind everyone to take care…
DPH holds HIV Prevention event honoring NBHAAD
VALDOSTA - The DPH will be hosting a HIV Prevention Program event to recognize National Black HIV/AIDs Awareness Day (NBHAAD). Release: February 7 is recognized nationwide as National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. This observance is…
DPH recognizes January as Cervical Health Awarness Month
ATLANTA - The Georgia DPH's South Health District is raising awareness by recognizing January as Cervical Health Awareness Month nationwide. Release: Cervical Health Awareness Month is recognized nationwide in January. The Georgia Department of Public…
South Health District: Spread cheer, not flu
VALDOSTA - The Georgia DPH recognizes National Influenza Vaccination Week with a reminder to everyone on the importance of flu vaccines. Release: The holiday season is here. That means more time to spend with your…
Lowndes Community Health & Resource Day open to…
VALDOSTA - The first Community Health and Resource Day event on Nov. 5 will be open to all residents in Lowndes and surrounding counties. Release: South Health District is partnering with Pastor McCullough and the…
South Health District encouraging mammograms
VALDOSTA - The South Health District is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month by reminding women to schedule a mammogram appointment now. Release: Nearly 10 million cancer screenings were missed in the United States due to…