DeKalb Board of Health Offers Education and Testing for World AIDS Day
The DeKalb County Board of Health will observe World AIDS Day 2013 with a series of educational and testing events. The series’ theme is “Getting to zero: zero new infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths.” World AIDS Day is Sunday, Dec. 1. HIV/AIDS continues to be a major public health concern in DeKalb County. […]
Picture DeKalb Healthy Community Public Health Assessment Survey
Because you are a valued community partner, we are asking for your assistance in filling out the Picture DeKalb Healthy Community Public Health Assessment Survey by October 31, 2013.
Get Early Protection Against the Flu
To avoid getting the flu this influenza season, the DeKalb County Board of Health will begin offering shots early. By getting ahead of the flu season with early immunization and protection, you can avoid missing costly days of work or school. There are specific groups who are considered to be at high risk of being […]
GDPH Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Rule Revision to On-site Sewage Management Services.
Download the Rules of the Department of Public Health Chapters 511-5-6, Portable Sanitation Contractors. For questions and more information contact Sidney R. Barrett, General Counsel at DPH at sibarrett@dhr.state.ga.us.
West Nile Virus Found in DeKalb County
While metro Atlanta eagerly awaits a break in the rain, it is important to remember to dump standing water and use mosquito repellent. The West Nile virus season has begun. According to the DeKalb County Board of Health, a routine collection of mosquitoes has tested positive for the virus. This is the first report of […]
DeKalb County Board of Health Provides Early Back-to-School Services
The DeKalb County Board of Health is providing early back-to-school services that include immunizations and vision, hearing and dental screenings, as well as special extended hours for working parents. Georgia law requires that children enrolling in a childcare facility or public or private school receive specific vaccinations and screenings. Children entering childcare or school or […]
Board of Health Recognizes Emergency Preparedness Volunteer
The DeKalb County Board of Health recently presented the 2013 Dr. Gunar N. Bohan Memorial Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service to W. J. “Bill” Atkinson. The presentation was made at the agency’s 31st annual volunteer recognition. “We are so grateful to Bill,” said District Health Director S. Elizabeth Ford, M.D., M.B.A. “He has been a […]
Dresden Elementary Student Wins 2013 Dental Quiz Bowl
Deja Humphries recently won the DeKalb County Board of Health’s 2013 Dental Health Quiz Bowl. Deja is a fifth grader at Dresden Elementary School. Atlanta City Councilmember Michael Julian Bond served as guest speaker at the awards ceremony. He stressed the importance of each child preparing for adulthood by setting and achieving goals in their […]
Help to Quit Smoking Now Available Statewide
Free Nicotine Replacement Therapy for Uninsured Adults in Georgia ATLANTA –The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is expanding its efforts to help Georgians quit smoking and stop using tobacco products. Beginning today, with grant money from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, DPH is offering a four-week supply of free Nicotine Replacement […]
DeKalb County Amends Clean Indoor Air Ordinance
DECATUR, GA–The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners amended its Clean Indoor Air ordinance. This change will protect people from the deadly effects of secondhand smoke by now prohibiting smoking in all public places, outdoor recreational and common areas and places of employment in unincorporated DeKalb County. District Health Director S. Elizabeth Ford, M.D., M.B.A., was […]