North Central Health District

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News from North Central Health District:

North Central Health District Locations Closed Nov. 23 & 24 for Thanksgiving Holiday

All North Central Health District locations will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24, in observance of Thanksgiving.

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DPH Statement on the Passing of Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter

ATLANTA – Commissioner Kathleen E. Toomey, M.D., M.P.H., and the Georgia Department of Public Health mourn the death of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter and express our sincere condolences to former President Jimmy Carter and the Carter family.

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North Central Health District Closed Friday, Nov. 10, for Veterans Day

All North Central Health District locations will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Friday, November 10.

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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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North Central Health District Offices Closed Monday, Oct. 9, for Columbus Day

North Central Health District’s 13 county health departments, offices and other locations will be closed Monday, October 9, for Columbus Day.

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NCHD Locations Closed Friday, September 15, 2023, for Employee Appreciation Day

All NCHD locations will be closed Friday, September 15, 2023, for Employee Appreciation Day. Offices will open for regular business hours Monday, September 18, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience.

NCHD Locations Closed Monday, Sept. 4, for Labor Day Holiday

All North Central Health District offices will be closed for the Labor Day holiday Monday, September 4.

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NCHD Locations Closed August 30 Due to Severe Weather Threat

All North Central Health District locations, including county health departments, WIC offices, the HOPE Center and the district office, will be closed Wednesday, August 30, due to predictions of local severe weather.

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North Central Health District Locations Closed July 4 for Independence Day

North Central Health District’s 13 county health departments, offices and other locations will be closed Tuesday, July 4, for Independence Day.

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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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North Central Health District Locations Closed June 19 for Juneteenth

North Central Health District’s 13 county health departments, offices and other locations will be closed Monday, June 19, for Juneteenth.

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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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