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…
“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…
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…
COVID cases surging in South Georgia
Release: VALDOSTA – COVID cases are on the rise as the nation battles the newest surge. Omicron is spreading rapidly and that includes the 10 counties served by the Georgia Department of Public Health’s South Health…
DPH: Unlicensed restaurants risk to public health
Release: Social media continues to gain popularity as a platform for promoting and conducting business. This trend has also led to an increase in unlicensed restaurants, which are typically operated out of private homes and residential…
Flu or COVID-19: Determining difference not so simple
Release: Flu cases across the region are beginning to rise. As we approach peak flu season and with COVID-19 cases still being diagnosed each day across our area, many people want to know “How will…
South Health District recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Release: Breast cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer deaths in U.S. women.It is estimated that 284,200 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed and that nearly 44,130 breast cancer deaths will…