North Central DPH

North Central Health District (NCHD) is the public health district for 13 counties in Central Georgia.

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Hurricane season is here! Ensure your family is prepared by creating an emergency plan, stocking up on essentials, and staying informed about local weather updates. #HurricanePrep #StaySafe
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Vaccines have been proven safe and effective for preventing and reducing severe illness for diseases like varicella (chicken pox), diphtheria, and meningitis.

Follow the link below to see the CDC's full vaccine schedule recommendations:
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Keeping up with immunizations is crucial for maintaining good health. At https://t.co/STS3pH1KK0, we provide a wide range of immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults. Check out our immunization schedule and visit us for your vaccination needs!

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Parents often wait until the last week of summer to bring children in for school-required immunizations. This leads to more time spent in the waiting room!

Don't wait. Get your school immunizations today.
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Join us in raising awareness about sickle cell disease. Let's educate ourselves and others about the importance of blood donations, support organizations providing care and resources, and advocate for improved treatment options. 🌍🩸 #WorldSickleCellDay

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All NCHD locations will be closed Thursday, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday.

Regular business hours will resume Friday, June 20.

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Preventing diabetes starts with healthy lifestyle choices! Maintain a balanced diet, stay active, and get regular check-ups to keep your blood sugar levels in check. #DiabetesPrevention #HealthyLiving
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Celebrate Men's Health Month this June by scheduling a check-up and encouraging the men in your life to adopt healthy habits.
#MensHealthMonth #HealthyLiving
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Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency is an important part of preparation. Visit https://t.co/v5SjjWNlGS to create your emergency plan, emergency kit and communication plan today.

#publichealth #emergencyprep

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Whether you're packing snacks for school or enjoying a family walk, good nutrition and movement fuel a stronger future for your family.
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Healthy habits build strong families 🎉
Visit https://t.co/VpxUuEZTjw for more healthy tips and recipes.

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Hurricane season in Georgia begins June 1. Are you prepared? You can get your preparations started with two important steps – creating a disaster kit for you home and having a family emergency plan. Use our tips to get started: https://t.co/67xY2Vrh2j

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Georgia summers can create situations of extreme heat that can be dangerous to your health. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids, use sunscreen and take other steps to protect against heat-related illnesses. https://t.co/m53PaHMcOZ

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Left untreated, #HepatitisB and #HepatitisC can damage your liver and even lead to liver cancer. Learn more about prevention, testing, and treatment.
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All North Central Health District locations will be closed today, May 26, for the Memorial Day holiday.

Regular service hours will resume Tuesday, May 27.

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Before you spend time outdoors this spring and summer, take steps to prevent tick bites to stop the spread of illnesses like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted fever. 
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All North Central Health District locations will be closed Monday, May 26, for the Memorial Day holiday.

Regular service hours will resume Tuesday, May 27.

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On #NationalHepatitisTestingDay let’s raise awareness of #HepB and #HepC and encourage everyone to learn their status. Encourage #Hepatitis testing TODAY and beyond!
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Over 70% of the 70,630 deaths in 2019 involved an opioid. 136 people die from opioid overdose each day. Everyone can play a role and take action to help end the opioid overdose epidemic in the United States. Learn how to help: https://t.co/9xEkn8k9LT

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Knowledge is power! By sharing facts, best practices, & personal experiences, we can educate & empower women about their health. Let’s work together to reduce stigma & promote understanding during National Women’s Health Week.
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