East Central Health of Georgia

East Central Health District

2017 Georgia Severe Weather Preparedness Week

    This year (2017), Georgia will recognize the week of February 6-10 as Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Severe weather is no stranger to the state as many of us Read More

Be Prepared to Stay Safe and Healthy in Winter

Winter storms and cold temperatures can be hazardous, but if you plan ahead, you can stay safe and healthy. Prepare your home and cars. Prepare for power outages and outdoor Read More

Georgia Counties Share Car Seat Mini Grant

Buckle Up Right, Every Trip, Every Time ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health’s (DPH), Injury Prevention Program is pleased to announce the 2016 recipients of the Child Passenger Read More

First Confirmed Flu-Related Death in Georgia

First Confirmed Flu-Related Death in Georgia January 10, 2017 ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is confirming the first flu-related death in the state this year. The Read More

How Will this Winter System Impact You?

How will this winter storm affect you and your family? Travel will be treacherous within the Winter Storm Warning area. If at all possible, stay off the roads. Take precautions Read More

Flu Season

The East Central Health District wants to encourage its residents to avoid getting the flu this flu season by getting a flu vaccination. The most important step you can take Read More