Jenkins County Health Department

07/31/2026

🩵 World Breastfeeding Week | August 1–7, 2026 🩵

Each year, World Breastfeeding Week brings communities around the world together to celebrate, protect, and support breastfeeding. This global observance highlights the many health benefits breastfeeding provides for both babies and mothers while encouraging families to have the support they need to succeed.

This year's theme, "Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works," reminds us that when we invest in proven support systems, we help families build healthier futures.

At the East Central Health District WIC Program, we're committed to strengthening what works by providing:
🤱 Breastfeeding education
💙 Compassionate support and encouragement
🥗 Nutritious supplemental foods
👩‍⚕️ Resources to help families every step of the way

Throughout World Breastfeeding Week, we'll celebrate breastfeeding families and recognize the dedicated WIC staff and community partners who make a difference every day.

Join us August 1–7 as we honor the power of breastfeeding—one mother, one baby, and one family at a time.

07/28/2026

The August Mobile Health Clinic Schedule Is Here!
Our Mobile Health Clinic is hitting the road again in August to bring convenient health services closer to communities throughout the East Central Health District.
Check the new schedule to find the date, time, and location of a stop near you. Walk-ins are welcome!
View the complete August schedule here: ecphd.com/wego/schedule
Save the schedule, share it with your community, and come see us when we are in your county!

06/25/2026

🚐 The July Mobile Health Clinic Schedule Is Up!

Our Mobile Health Clinic is back on the road in July, bringing care closer to communities across the district.

Here are the first 3 July service days:

📅 Tuesday, July 7
📍 Burke County | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Midville City Hall
132 Jones St., Midville

📍 Jenkins County | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
B&T Fresh Market
540 E Winthrope Ave., Millen

📅 Wednesday, July 8
📍 Warren County | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Library
10 Warren St., Warren

📍 Glascock County | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Town Square / Southern Bank
21 College St., Gibson

📅 Thursday, July 9
📍 Taliaferro County | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
County School
557 Broad St., Crawfordville

📍 McDuffie County | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Dearing Community Center
4616 Augusta Hwy, Dearing

View the full July schedule at ecphd.com/wego.

We Go Where You Are. 💙

06/24/2026

06/08/2026

Juneteenth Closure Notice

The Health Department will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth is a time to honor freedom, reflect on history, and recognize the continued importance of equity, health, and opportunity for all.

We will resume normal business hours on the next business day.

Thank you for your understanding.

06/04/2026

Jenkins County office is closed due potential gas leak. Any necessary communication should be directed to the nurse manager work cell. You can reach Clarissa at 706-750-4998

05/20/2026

🚨 **Measles Update in Georgia**

The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed **three new measles cases** in members of an unvaccinated metro Atlanta family who recently traveled internationally.

Measles is **highly contagious** and can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can remain in the air or on surfaces for up to **two hours**.

**Watch for symptoms:**
• High fever
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Watery eyes
• Rash that starts at the head and spreads downward

The **MMR vaccine is safe and effective** at preventing measles. Children should receive their first dose between **12–15 months** and a second dose between **4–6 years**.

If you have measles symptoms, **call your healthcare provider first** before going to a doctor’s office, hospital, or public health clinic.

Learn more:
https://dph.georgia.gov/epidemiology/acute-disease-epidemiology/vaccine-preventable-diseases/measles
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/index.html

05/12/2026

Today, we celebrate the nurses who show up with skill, compassion, patience, and heart every single day.

From comforting patients to protecting communities, nurses are often the steady hands and caring voices people remember most during their health journey.

This year’s International Nurses Day theme is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.” And we could not agree more. When nurses are supported, valued, and empowered, everyone benefits.

To every nurse serving our communities: thank you for the care you give, the lives you touch, and the difference you make.

Happy International Nurses Day!

04/29/2026

NEW MOBILE CLINIC SCHEDULE IS LIVE

We’re hitting the road again and bringing care closer than ever.
See when we’ll be in your area ecphd.com/wego
1-877-884-WEGO
If you’ve been waiting for a sign… this is it.
We Go Where You Are

04/21/2026

While programs like Babies Can’t Wait do not provide an official diagnosis for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), we play an important role in connecting families to the resources they need.

If your child has been diagnosed, or you have concerns, reach out to us.
We’re here to help guide you, support you, and connect you with services that make a difference.

Because every child deserves the opportunity to grow, thrive, and be supported for who they are.

Let’s shift the focus from limitations to possibilities.
Let’s create space to truly see their ability.