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Drowning can happen quickly – take action to reduce your child’s risk
Each day, around 10 people unintentionally drown, says Southwest Health District Health Director Dr. Jacqueline Grant, who added that total includes two children 14 years old or younger. Press Release 5/22/13
Learn the “ABCs” to lower the risk of having a stroke
Even though age, family history, gender and race or ethnicity play a role in people’s stroke risk, there are things they can do to lower their chances of having a stroke, says Southwest Health District Infectious Disease and Health Promotion Coordinator Remy Hutchins. Presss Release 5/8/13
National Infant Immunization Week spotlights importance of life-saving vaccinations
National Infant Immunization Week is an annual observance that since 1994 has served as a call to action for parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers to ensure infants are fully immunized against 14 vaccine-preventable diseases, said Southwest District Health Immunization Coordinator Rebecca Snow. Press Release 4/12/13
Nasty stomach virus blasting through Southwest Georgia, and there’s no vaccine
A virus that causes diarrhea, throwing up, nausea and stomach cramps is sickening people across Southwest Georgia. Press Release 3/28/13
Dealing with mold & mildew In flood-damaged buildings
Remove and discard drywall and insulation that has been contaminated with sewage or flood waters Fact Sheet 2/27/13
Southwest Health District issues recommendations for private wells in flooded areas
Residents using private wells that have been flooded by the recent heavy rains should take precautions against waterborne illnesses by boiling well water for two minutes and then straining it before consumption, Southwest Health District Environmental Health Director Dewayne Tanner warns. Press Release 2/25/13
Public Health lists risk factors for heart disease – and how to reduce them
“Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Georgia, including Southwest Health District’s 14 counties,” said Southwest Health Director Dr. Jacqueline Grant. Press Release 2/20/13
The Babies Can't Wait (BCW) Program is Georgia’s statewide early intervention system for infants and toddlers with special needs, ages birth to three, and their families.
BCW invites interested persons to participate in a 60-day public comment period for the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2013 Press Release 2/19/13
Public Health officials working with law enforcement after allegations
Patient information compromised at Terrell County Health Department
“We take patient privacy very seriously,” said Southwest Health District Health Director Dr. Jacqueline Grant. “We sincerely apologize to our patients and are notifying our patients of this regrettable situation so they can take appropriate action to protect their privacy.” Press Release 2/12/13
Symptoms of heart disease differ in women and men—and signal need to call 911
"CDC data shows that heart disease is highest in the South, Georgia has a higher than average death rate related to heart disease, and our District follows that trend," Southwest Health District Health Director Dr. Jacqueline Grant noted. Press Release 1/25/13
Flu Reaches Epidemic Level In Georgia
"The flu is hitting Georgia harder this year than it has in nearly a decade." News Release 1/11/13
Along with influenza, “stomach flu” is making the rounds in Southwest GA
“Norovirus causes about 20 million gastroenteritis cases each year in the United States,” said Southwest Health District Epidemiologist Jacqueline Jenkins.“ Press Relese Fact Sheet Norovirus Clean Up Guidelines 1/2/13
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