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North Central Health District Receives Funding to Improve Health and Prevent Chronic Disease in Baldwin, Hancock and Washington Counties

SHINE Program Aims to Address Health Disparities and Promote Collaboration

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WIC Nutrition Program Hosting Annual Farmers Markets Across Central Georgia

Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Available at No Cost to WIC Participants

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GA DPH Seeks Public Input on Preventive Health and Health Services Block Gran

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking public comment on our Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant application for fiscal year 2023.

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Macon-Bibb County Health Department Recognized as a Healthy People 2030 Champion

Macon-Bibb County Health Department (MBCHD) is pleased to be recognized by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as a Healthy People 2030 Champion.

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Plant-based Enfamil Infant Formula Recalled Due to Health Concerns

Reckitt, one of the main formula manufacturers in the U.S., is recalling two batches of Enfamil ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula because of possible cross-contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria. To date, no illnesses or adverse events have been reported.

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Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in East Macon Neighborhood

A raccoon in the Lakeside Hills neighborhood of Macon has tested positive for rabies. The Macon-Bibb County Health Department’s Environmental Health staff reminds all residents to avoid contact with wild animals and ensure pets are properly vaccinated against rabies.

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North Central Health District expanding COVID-19 Testing Hours

Each Testing Location Adding Additional Day for Appointments

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Macon-Bibb County Health Department to Offer CDC Diabetes Prevention Program

Macon-Bibb County Health Department (MBCHD) is offering the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Diabetes Prevention Recognition Program.

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Houston County Health Department Providing Testing and More at World AIDS Day Event

Get Tested and Learn About HIV/AIDS Dec. 1, 3-6 P.M.

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Macon-Bibb County Health Department to Host World AIDS Day Awareness Event to Encourage HIV Prevention Through PrEP  

Macon-Bibb County Health Department will host a World AIDS Day awareness event to educate the community on prevention and testing resources.

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Flu Vaccination: The Best Protection Against the Flu

Don’t Make Flu a Guest for the Holidays

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Widespread Flu Activity in Georgia

Protect Yourself and Prevent the Spread of Flu

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Macon-Bibb County Health Department to Offer Weekly Breast Exams Every Tuesday in October

Macon-Bibb County Health Department will offer 15-minute breast exams every Tuesday in the month of October.

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