HOPE Center and COMPASS Pharmacy Celebrate New Location

December 30, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: District-wide News Releases, Press Release

HOPE Center and COMPASS Pharmacy invite community members to celebrate their new location with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, Jan. 9, 2 -4 p.m. at the new facility located at 3920 Arkwright Rd., Suite 415 in Macon.

SHINE Invites Community to Healthy Holidays Community Wellness Day

December 9, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: Hancock County News, Press Release

North Central Health District’s Supporting Health Initiatives and Nurturing Equity (SHINE) Team, Hancock County Health Department, Hancock County Family Connections-Communities in Schools, and the City of Sparta invite all community members to the Healthy Holidays Community Wellness Day on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hancock County Health Department on 516 Boland St. in Sparta, GA.

Nature Walk Highlights Fall Prevention at Amerson River Park

October 24, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: Bibb County News, Press Release

Macon-Bibb County Health Department (MBCHD), in partnership with the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Macon-Bibb County Parks and Beautification Department, has installed a Fall Prevention Nature Walk Exhibit at Amerson River Park.

New Information for Obtaining Low THC Oil Cards

October 18, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: District-wide News Releases, Press Release

The Georgia Department of Public Health is announcing several changes to the process for obtaining Low THC Oil cards. These changes are in accordance with Georgia Code

Celebrate World Sight Day with Macon-Bibb County Health Department

October 4, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: Bibb County News, Press Release

Macon-Bibb County Health Department (MBCHD) is proud to partner with Georgia 20/20 to host the 2024 World Sight Day Celebration in Georgia.

North Central Health District Partnering with Community Groups to Offer Overdose Prevention and Narcan Training

October 3, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: District-wide News Releases, Press Release

North Central Health District’s (NCHD) Overdose Prevention Program is teaming up with Macon Recovers RCO, Georgia Overdose Prevention and the Moonhanger Group to offer overdose prevention and Narcan training to the community.

Twiggs County Health Department Hosting Breast Cancer Awareness Event

October 3, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: Press Release, Twiggs County News

Breast cancer impacts millions of women and men worldwide, highlighting the importance or regular screening and early detection in saving lives.

National Preparedness Month Encourages Community Disaster Readiness

September 10, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: District-wide News Releases, Press Release

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

Macon-Bibb County Health Department offers Diabetes Support Group

August 20, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: Bibb County News, Press Release

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

July 22, 2024
Posted by Michael Hokanson
Category: Hancock County News, Press Release

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.