North Central Health District

NCHD Locations Closed Sept. 26 & 27 Due to Severe Weather

All North Central Health District locations will be closed Thursday, Sept. 26, and Friday, Sept. 27, due to predicted severe weather from hurricane Helene.

Impacts to central Georgia are expected to begin Thursday, September 26. Predicted local impacts inlcude strong winds greater than 35 mph and heavy rains. Locations under a Tropical Storm Warning should expect sustained winds of 30-40 mph with gusts of 50-60 mph possible anytime between Thursday morning and evening. 

NCHD encourages all residents to prepare for hurricanes:

• Have a communication plan in place – include one contact that will not be in the storm.
• Have supplies for each family member – find a checklist at NCHD52.org/prepare.
• Have a way to receive emergency updates – listen to local media and officials, register for your county EMA’s alert system, use a NOAA radio or install a phone app that provides updates.
• Secure all outdoor items that may be blown away by severe winds.
• Evacuate if directed by authorities – follow instructions to ensure safety.
• Prepare to shelter in place if directed – find a safe room in your home away from windows and doors; make sure to bring you emergency supplies.

NCHD services are expected to resume Monday, Sept. 30.

Request for Proposal – Macon-Bibb County Health Department – Legal Services

Deadline to Submit Proposals: September 30, 2024 by 4:30 p.m. EDT

National Preparedness Month Encourages Community Disaster Readiness

September marks National Preparedness Month, a critical time for communities across the nation to focus on enhancing their readiness for emergencies and disasters.

NCHD Locations Closed Monday, Sept. 2, for Labor Day

All North Central Health District locations will be closed Monday, Sept. 2, for the Labor Day holiday

Macon-Bibb County Health Department offers Diabetes Support Group

The Macon-Bibb County Health Department (MBCHD) plans to host a Diabetes Support Group beginning Thursday, Aug. 22, 11am – 12pm at the health department, located at 1600 Forsyth Street, Macon, GA.

SHINE Invites Hancock Community to School Readiness Event

North Central Health District’s Supporting Health Initiatives and Nurturing Equity (SHINE) Team, Hancock County Health Department, and the City of Sparta invite all families in the community to the Sparta-Hancock Day School Readiness Event on Saturday, July 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hancock County Health Department on 516 Boland St. in Sparta, GA.

NCHD Locations Closed Thursday, July 4, for Independence Day

All North Central Health District locations will be closed Thursday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday.

Protect Against Mosquito-borne Illnesses

Summer in Georgia, and along with it, outdoor adventures, picnics, barbeques, and…mosquitoes!

Know Your Status: Get Tested on National HIV Testing Day

North Central Health District Partners with Pharmacy to Promote Testing

NCHD Locations Closed Wednesday, June 19, for Juneteenth Holiday

All North Central Health District locations will be closed Wednesday, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday.

COVID-19 Drive-Through Testing Sites Closing

Testing Kiosks Located Throughout the State

NCHD Locations Closed Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day

All North Central Health District locations will be closed Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday.

It Takes a Village Festival and Community Resource Expo Brings Hancock Community Together

Hancock County Schools, North Central Health District’s Supporting Health Initiatives and Nurturing Equity (SHINE) Team, the Sparta-Hancock Chamber of Commerce, Hancock County Health Department, the City of Sparta, and the Hancock County Board of Commissioners are happy to announce the successful conclusion of the It Takes a Village Festival and Community Expo.