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…
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…
GaDPH offers Breast Feeding Matters Series
VALDOSTA - The Georgia DPH's South Health District will be hosting a Breast Feeding Matter Series as part of the Baby LUV program. New mothers face many challenges as they learn to care for a…
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…