Southwest Georgia Public Health District

09/09/2026

In most emergencies, our families, neighbors and coworkers are the first people who come to our aid. You can help your family, friends and neighbors by taking a first aid and CPR class and learning how to use a fire extinguisher.

Ready.gov

09/08/2026

Measles is a preventable illness. Call or visit your local Health Department or healthcare provider and access a safe and effective vaccine today.

https://swhealthdistrict.org/

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Each year, Georgia has cases of West Nile virus (WNV), a viral disease that primarily affects birds but can also infect humans, horses, and other animals. It is transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
Get the facts and learn how to protect yourself:
https://dph.georgia.gov/mosquito-borne-diseases/wnv

09/04/2026

All county health departments, clinics, environmental health offices, programs, and administrative offices will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. Normal hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. We apologize for any inconvenience.

https://swhealthdistrict.org/find-your-county/

09/04/2026

Join the PreventT2 program — so you can keep doing the things you love.

The PreventT2 lifestyle change program can help you lose weight,
become more physically active, and reduce stress.
With PreventT2, you get:
• A proven program to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes
• A CDC-approved curriculum and trained lifestyle coach
• A year-long program with weekly meetings for the first 6 months,
then once or twice a month for the second 6 months
• Support from others like you as you learn new skills

Call our Health Promotions program at 229-638-6424 ext. 6680 to sign up today!
Hurry, registration ends September 7, 2026.

09/03/2026

Do you know where to get trusted updates in an emergency? Good information can help you make safe choices. Take a few minutes today to:

Download the FEMA app
Sign up for local emergency alerts
Follow trusted sources for updates

Ready.gov

09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month.
Is your household ready if an emergency happens?
Preparedness starts at home. Take time today to create and practice an emergency plan so everyone knows what to do.

-Pick a safe place to meet
-Assign responsibilities
-Practice how to leave safely
-Make a plan on how to stay in touch

Check out all of the tools and resources available to you at
https://www.ready.gov/

08/27/2026

Find out of PrEP is right for you. Call one of the Health Departments listed below to get the facts and get started on PrEP if it's right for you.
Don't see your county listed, don't worry, you can still get PrEP from one of these counties:
Dougherty (229) 638-6424
Grady (229) 377-2992
Mitchell (229) 355-3081
Terrell (229) 352-4277
Thomas (229) 226-4241

Learn more:
https://swhealthdistrict.org/prep/