Health Concerns Associated with Wildfire Smoke Exposure

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENov. 9, 2023 District 2, Public Health Gainesville, GA — As wildfire favorable conditions continue, and fires emerge across parts of North Georgia, local health officials are warning residents about the potential health concerns associated with exposure to Continue reading Health Concerns Associated with Wildfire Smoke Exposure

District 2 Public Health Promotes Flu Drive-Thru Clinics For A Healthier Community

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: September 5, 2023 CONTACT: Natasha Young, Public Information OfficerPH: 770-531-5679 • FAX: 770-535-5958natasha.young@dph.ga.gov GAINESVILLE, GA – In an effort to safeguard the health and well-being of our community, District 2 Public Health is excited to announce Continue reading District 2 Public Health Promotes Flu Drive-Thru Clinics For A Healthier Community

Public Health Heat Advisory Reminder

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: August 14, 2023 CONTACT: Natasha Young, Public Information OfficerPH: 770-531-5679 • FAX: 770-535-5958Natasha.Young@dph.ga.gov STAY SAFE DURING HIGH TEMPERATURES GAINESVILLE – As temperatures rise, North Georgia residents are urged to take precautions to protect their health during Continue reading Public Health Heat Advisory Reminder

Franklin County Health Department to Close for Renovations August 14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: July 19, 2023 CONTACT: Natasha Young, Public Information OfficerPH: 770-531-5679 • FAX: 770-535-5958natasha.young@dph.ga.gov CARNESVILLE– The Franklin County Health Department is excited to announce a temporary closure of its facilities as it embarks on an extensive renovation Continue reading Franklin County Health Department to Close for Renovations August 14

Rabies Alert: Demorest Habersham

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: June 27, 2023 CONTACT: Natasha Young, Public Information OfficerPH: 770-531-5679 • FAX: 770-535-5958natasha.young@dph.ga.gov RABIES IDENTIFIED IN CAT IN DEMOREST Demorest, Habersham County, GA – A stray cat in the Cannon Bridge Road area recently tested positive Continue reading Rabies Alert: Demorest Habersham