Monthly Archives: August 2010

Safe Kids of DeKalb Receives Grant to Improve Safety on LaVista Road Written on August 25, 2010 at 12:52 pm, by

Safe Kids of DeKalb Receives Grant to Improve Safety on LaVista Road Crossing LaVista Road will soon become a lot safer. The Safe Kids of DeKalb recently received a $25,000 grant to improve pedestrian safety on one of Atlanta’s busiest streets.  LaVista Road, between Briarcliff and North Druid Hills roads, will be the focus.  The Read more...

Pediatric Clinic for Refugees Written on August 5, 2010 at 8:41 pm, by

The DeKalb County Board of Health has opened a new pediatric clinic for refugees for primary care services and referrals to specialists. The clinic is open on Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. by appointment only. Interpreters are available on site to assist with most foreign languages. Medicaid accepted, or pay on a sliding Read more...

When Thunder Roars, Always Go Indoors! Written on August 5, 2010 at 8:32 pm, by

DECATUR, GA: Most people know to take shelter when they see lightning. However, the problem is that by the time you actually SEE lightning, it could be too late. Nearly 58 deaths and numerous injuries occur each year in the U.S. from people being harmed by lightning. The DeKalb County Board of Health encourages residents Read more...