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Flu or COVID-19?

Determining Difference Not So Simple   VALDOSTA – Flu cases across the region are beginning to rise. As we approach peak flu season and with COVID-19 cases still being diagnosed […]

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SHD recognizes World AIDS Day 2021

VALDOSTA – As our nation continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important remember that others are battling through a different, less publicly discussed, pandemic. The Georgia Department of […]

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COVID Vaccine Recommended For Children 5-11 Years Old

Vaccination, with other preventive measures, can protect children from COVID-19 Atlanta – Following the recommendation of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Advisory Committee on Immunization […]

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WORLD AIDS DAY 2021 REGISTRATION

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Booster Doses Authorized for Moderna and J&J COVID Vaccines

Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and health districts throughout Georgia will begin offering booster doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID vaccine Tuesday, Oct. […]

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Don’t Wait, Vaccinate!

Flu and COVID Vaccines Available at Health Department Flu season is just around the corner and now is the time to get your flu vaccine. Receiving your annual flu vaccination […]

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Early Detection, Healthy Living Best Protection Against Breast Cancer

South Health District recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month                 VALDOSTA – Breast cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer deaths in U.S. women. It is estimated that 284,200 new […]

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Georgia DPH Follows Federal Recommendations For COVID Booster Shots

ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) will follow the guidance and recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Advisory Committee for Immunization […]

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Health Department Hosting Car Seat Check Event

VALDOSTA – Lowndes County Health Department will host a car seat check event for the community this month. This event is hosted as part of the National Child Passenger Safety […]

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LOWNDES COUNTY ONLY: Online COVID Vaccination Appointment Booking Available

COVID-19 vaccination appointments can now be scheduled online for the Lowndes County Health Department. Online booking is not available for our other nine county health departments at this time. Appointments […]

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