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Camden County Health Department Offers Cancer Screening Event for Women on...
The Camden County Health Department will offer cancer screenings and no-cost mammograms on October 17th at the clinic at 905 Dilworth Street in St. Marys. Appointments are limited and can be scheduled...
View ArticleHealth Departments in the Coastal Health District to Close as Hurricane...
Due to the potential for severe weather associated with Hurricane Helene, all offices and clinics in the Coastal Health District will be closed on Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27. This...
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Health and Safety After the Storm
Now that Hurricane Helene has moved out of our area, the focus turns to cleanup and recovery. There are important health reminders for anyone dealing with a prolonged power outage, floodwater, or...
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Boil Water Advisories Issued in Multiple Communities Throughout Coastal Georgia
–> Haga clic aquà para obtener información en español Various private water service companies have issued boil water advisories for several communities across the state, including customers in the...
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Use Generators Outdoors to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Para obtener información en español, haga clic aquÃ. Generators are commonly used as a backup power source during a prolonged power outage, but they can also be dangerous – even deadly – if not used...
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Health Departments Host Breast Cancer Screening Events in October
Several health departments in the Coastal Health District are hosting breast cancer screening events in October as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most commonly...
View ArticleCamden and Glynn County Health Departments to Close as Hurricane Milton...
Due to the potential for severe weather associated with Hurricane Milton, all Camden and Glynn County clinics and offices will be closed on Thursday, October 10. Anyone with an appointment previously...
View ArticleChatham County Health Department Holds Hispanic Health Fair on Sunday,...
Para información en español, haga clic aquÃ. More than 25 community partners hope to connect with the area’s Hispanic community at a health fair on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 2-5 p.m. The event is...
View ArticleRaccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Effingham County
The Effingham County Health Department is alerting residents that a raccoon from the Griffin Lake area of north Guyton has tested positive for rabies. Several species of animals in Georgia can carry...
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UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory LIFTED in Kingsland
UPDATE on Sunday at 4:45pm: The water boil advisory has been lifted, effective immediately. The water is now safe to use for all purposes without the need for boiling. The following press release was...
View ArticleCoastal Health District Hosts HIV Testing Events for World AIDS Day
In honor of World AIDS Day, the Coastal Health District is offering three free HIV testing events in Savannah, including two events where participants can get a $25 gift card! World AIDS Day is...
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City of Hinesville Lifts Boil Water Advisory
Update: The boil water advisory was lifted on November 19 after the water main was repaired and water testing confirmed the water is safe for consumption. Read the press release from the City of...
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Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies on St. Simons Island
The Glynn County Health Department is alerting residents that a raccoon from St. Simons Island has tested positive for rabies. On November 20th, the raccoon attacked a feral cat in an area near...
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Holiday Food Safety Tips from the Coastal Health District
As loved ones gather around the table for Thanksgiving this week, the Coastal Health District offers tips and reminders for ensuring a safe and healthy holiday feast. From preparing food, to serving,...
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City of Ludowici Issues Boil Water Advisory
The City of Ludowici issued a Boil Water Advisory from December 4, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. until December 13 at 5 p.m. A project is ongoing to replace the water lines in the City of Ludowici and the...
View ArticleRespiratory Illness Activity in Georgia
Each week during respiratory virus season, the CDC provides information about respiratory illness activity on its Respiratory Illness Data Channel. Overall respiratory illness activity in Georgia This...
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Chatham County Health Department Hosts Community Baby Shower Dec. 31
Families and caregivers with young children or a baby on the way are invited to celebrate new beginnings at a community baby shower on New Year’s Eve! The Chatham County Health Department is hosting...
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Boil Water Advisory Issued for City of Pooler
The City of Pooler issued a Boil Water Advisory on December 12 after the detection of E. coli bacteria at one of twenty water sample sites. This information was posted in a press release on the City...
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Effingham County Health Department Brings Mobile Mammogram Unit to Rincon...
Free mammograms will be available for eligible women when the Effingham County Health Department brings a mobile mammogram unit to Rincon in February. The St. Joseph/Candler Mobile Mammography Unit...
View ArticleList of Office and Clinic Closures for 1/17 and 1/20
Several clinics in the Coastal Health District will be closed for an administrative day on Friday, January 17, 2025. All offices and clinics will be closed in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr....
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