Preteen Vaccine Awareness Week 2015

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Let’s face it – nobody likes getting shots. But a shot lasts a second; diseases last much longer. In an effort to protect every adult and child, the Georgia Department of Public Health established Georgia … Read More

Facts About Measles

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Facts about Measles Measles is a highly contagious disease that can cause serious issues for young children. With the recent outbreaks across the U.S., it’s important to know the facts about measles. DeKalb County Board … Read More

Holiday Closing Notice

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DeKalb County Board of Health will be closed on Monday, January 19th, 2015, for a state holiday. We will reopen for business on Tuesday, January 20th, 2015. For more updates on DeKalb County Board of … Read More

12 Days of Holiday Health Tips

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  The holiday season is here! To make sure that your holiday is a safe one, we have provided 12 tips for Holiday Health.   Wash your Hands. Avoid getting yourself, and others, sick this … Read More

National Influenza Vaccination Week

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Don’t get caught: Georgia Dept. of Public Health encourages yearly flu shot National Influenza Vaccination Week is December 7-13, 2014 The holidays are here, and that means decorating, cooking and vaccinating.  What is commonly referred … Read More

Free HIV Testing for December

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In honor of World AIDS Day (December 1st, 2014), Dekalb County Board of Health, will host a series of Free HIV testing events for the month of December. Our team will provide free HIV education … Read More