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Tag Archives: MMR

DPH Confirms Third Measles Case in 2024

Posted on April 11, 2024 by Public Information Officer

MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles April 11, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: NEWS RELEASE ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated individual traveling with an international Continue reading DPH Confirms Third Measles Case in 2024→

Posted in In The News | Tagged measles, MMR, MMR Vaccine, Prevent Disease, Travel

NEWS RELEASE

Posted on March 22, 2024 by Public Information Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:March 22, 2024 Increase in Measles Cases and Outbreaks in the U.S. and Globally MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging parents to make sure Continue reading NEWS RELEASE→

Posted in Press Release | Tagged Emergency Preparedness, measles, MMR, Outbreak, prepare, Prevent, promote, protect, Vaccine

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Health Department Locations & Phone Numbers


  • Banks County - 706-677-2296
  • Dawson County - 706-265-2611
  • Forsyth County - 770-781-6900
  • Franklin County - 706-384-5575
  • Habersham County - 706-778-7156
  • Hall County - 770-531-5600
  • Hart County - 706-376-5117
  • Lumpkin County - 706-867-2727
  • Rabun County - 706-212-0289
  • Stephens County - 706-282-4507
  • Towns County - 706-896-2265
  • Union County - 706-745-6292
  • White County - 706-865-2191
  • Children With Special Needs - 770-535-6907
  • Living Bridge - East - 770-744-7806

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    June 30, 2025
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    May 15, 2025
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☀️ Summer means more outdoor play -- but be careful where kids dig in the dirt. Lead exposure can harm a child’s brain and development, even in small amounts. 🧠 Here are some tips to help keep your children safe:🟪 Wash hands and toys after outdoor play🟪 Don’t let kids play in bare soil near roads or construction areas🟪 Avoid letting kids eat dirt or put hands in their mouths🟪 Rinse homegrown fruits and veggies well The good news is lead poisoning is 100% preventable.🙌#LeadAwareness #SoilContamination #environmentalhealth #district2publichealth ... See MoreSee Less

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🌻The May/June edition of the Newsletter, "EP News and Views" is here! Scroll through to view recent community events, as well as heat and hurricane preparedness tips. 💪 As the summer heat and hurricane season continue, stay safe and ready with the information inside!#district2publichealth #emergencypreparedness #HeatPreparedness #hurricanepreparedness ... See MoreSee Less

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Beat the heat! ☀ As temperatures are expected to be high this week, be intentional about staying hydrated and cool! 💧🤝 Here are simple, yet powerful tips illustrated to help keep yourself and your loved ones protected. #district2publichealth #HeatPreparedness ... See MoreSee Less

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