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COVID-19 Drive-Through Testing Site Closing
Press Release June 25, 2024 Albany, GA— The Southwest Health District announces that the last day for drive-thru COVID-19 testing at the Dougherty County Health Department will be Friday, June 28, 2024. We encourage community members to use our convenient testing kiosks, available at both the Dougherty County Health Department (1710 S. Slappey Blvd., Albany,…
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Southwest Health District Teams Up with KFF’s Greater Than HIV and Walgreens to Bring FREE HIV Testing in Record Number of Stores on National HIV Testing Day, Thursday, June 27
download here June 18, 2024 Southwest Teams Up with KFF’s Greater Than HIV and Walgreens to Bring FREE HIV Testing in Record Number of Stores on National HIV Testing Day, Thursday, June 27 WHAT: On June 27, National HIV Testing Day, the Southwest Health District will be at a participating Walgreens location(s) to provide FREE…
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Car Seat Mini-Grant Program Available Through Dougherty County Health Department
DOWNLOAD HERE May 20, 2024 Albany, GA – Families in Dougherty County have access to the Car Seat Mini-Grant program, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Southwest Health District and its partners. The program, funded by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Injury Prevention Program, aims to provide car seats and education to financially…
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Southwest Health District Delays Opening on April 11, 2024, Due to Severe Weather
DOWNLOAD HERE Albany, GA— The Southwest Health District announces a delayed opening for all its locations on April 11, 2024, due to severe weather conditions in the area. To ensure the safety of our staff and patients, all Southwest Health District facilities will open at 10:00 AM local time. This decision has been made in…
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Southwest Health District Expands Access to 24/7 COVID-19 and Flu Testing with Additional TestAndGo Kiosks in the District
April 1, 2024 Download Here Albany, GA— The Southwest Health District continues to prioritize community health and accessibility by expanding access to COVID-19 and Flu testing through the introduction of a second TestAndGo Kiosk. In addition to the existing kiosk at the Dougherty County Health Department in Albany, a new kiosk is now available at…
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FLOODING IN CREEKS AND RIVERS ACROSS SOUTHWEST GEORGIA PROMPTS WELL-DISINFECTION REMINDER
Download HereMarch 14, 2024 Albany, GA—Recent flooding has led to an urgent reminder from the Georgia Department of Public Health. Residents whose wells were affected by the flooding are urged to take immediate steps to disinfect their wells to ensure the safety of their drinking water.Flooding in the area has raised concerns regarding potential contamination…
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Community Unites for Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Download Here Albany, GA – With over 10,000 reported incidents, Lithium-Ion (Li-ION) battery failures pose a growing threat to our community. In response, the Southwest Health District has partnered with the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) and NOBLE to host two free training classes: BatteryIQ – Awareness & Operations Response to Battery Emergencies and Lithium-Ion…
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13 Counties in the Southwest Health District Awarded Car Seat Mini Grant
Buckle Up Right, Every Trip, Every Time Download Here Albany, GA – Several counties in the Southwest Health District, including Baker, Calhoun, Colquitt, Decatur, Dougherty, Early, Grady, Lee, Miller, Mitchell, Seminole, Thomas, and Worth, were awarded the 2024 Car Seat Mini-Grant by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Injury Prevention Program. Through the Mini-Grant, the…
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DPH Confirms Measles Case in Metro Atlanta
MMR Vaccine is Safe and Effective in Preventing Measles Download Here ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed a case of measles in an unvaccinated resident of the metro Atlanta area. The individual was exposed to measles while traveling out of the country. DPH is working to identify anyone who may…
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Winter Weather Preparedness – The 4 P’s
Download Here Albany, GA- As we prepare for the impending subfreezing temperatures, it is crucial to focus on the “4 P’s” to ensure the well-being of individuals, pets, infrastructure, and plant life during cold weather. Please take note of the following guidelines: By adhering to these guidelines, we can collectively mitigate the potential risks associated…
