Spalding County, GA Health Department

06/10/2026

It’s National Call Your Doctor Day!

If you’ve been putting off a checkup or have health questions, today is the perfect time to make the call.

District 4 Public Health offers immunizations, women’s health, family planning, WIC, STI testing, HIV prevention, child health services, and breast and cervical cancer screenings.

Your health matters. Take the first step today. 💙

Learn more at district4health.org/services.
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¡Hoy es el Día Nacional de Llamar a su Médico! 🩺

Si ha estado posponiendo un chequeo médico o tiene preguntas sobre su salud, hoy es el momento perfecto para hacer la llamada.

El Departamento de Salud del Distrito 4 ofrece vacunas, servicios de salud para la mujer, planificación familiar, el programa WIC, pruebas de infecciones de transmisión sexual (ITS), prevención del VIH, servicios de salud infantil y exámenes de detección de cáncer de mama y de cuello uterino.

Su salud importa. Dé el primer paso hoy mismo. 💙

Obtenga más información en district4health.org/services.

06/09/2026

June is Men’s Health Month. 💙

Men’s health includes physical health, mental well-being, and sexual health.

Take time to check in with yourself, schedule preventive screenings, and know your status. Small steps today can lead to a healthier future.
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Junio ​​es el Mes de la Salud del Hombre. 💙

La salud del hombre abarca la salud física, el bienestar mental y la salud sexual.

Dedica tiempo a evaluar tu estado, programa exámenes preventivos y conoce tu situación de salud. Pequeños pasos hoy pueden conducir a un futuro más saludable.

06/08/2026

Planning a pool day? 🏊

Remember: diarrhea and swimming don’t mix. Germs like Crypto can survive in chlorine and spread fast. Do your part — if you’re sick, sit it out. Shower before you swim and keep p*e, p**p, and sweat out of the water.

CDC’s steps for healthy swimming: cdc.gov/healthy-swimming/prevention/index.html
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¿Estás planeando un día de piscina? 🏊

Recuerda: la diarrea y la natación no se llevan bien. Los gérmenes, como el Crypto, pueden sobrevivir en el cloro y propagarse rápidamente. Haz tu parte: si estás enfermo, no entres al agua. Dúchate antes de nadar y evita que la o***a, las heces y el sudor entren en el agua.

Pasos de los CDC para una natación saludable: cdc.gov/healthy-swimming/prevention/index.html

06/05/2026

Septic Tank Tip #5: Never pour grease, fats, or cooking oil down the drain. Grease hardens in your pipes and septic tank, causing clogs, backups, and costly repairs.
Instead: Let it cool, pour into a container, and toss it in the trash.

Protect your septic system.
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Consejo para el cuidado de fosas sépticas n.° 5: Nunca vierta grasa, aceites o aceite de cocina por el desagüe. La grasa se endurece en las tuberías y la fosa séptica, provocando obstrucciones, atascos y reparaciones costosas.

En su lugar: déjela enfriar, viértala en un recipiente y tírela a la basura.

Proteja su sistema séptico.

06/04/2026

A dog in northwest Spalding County (near the Fayette County line) has tested positive for rabies after being treated at a local veterinary hospital for neurological symptoms.

The dog died after receiving treatment and was sent to the Georgia Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine for testing. The lab confirmed the positive test result on May 28.

Kelly Wilson, Spalding County’s environmental health manager, said she urges everyone to take necessary precautions to protect themselves, their families, and their pets from contracting rabies, a deadly preventable virus that spreads most often through the bite of an infected animal.

The two best ways to avoid rabies exposure are to stay away from unfamiliar dogs, cats, and wild animals, and to make sure pets are current with their rabies vaccinations. Georgia law requires owned dogs, cats, and ferrets to have a current rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian. https://ow.ly/8f6Z50Z7Qrx

06/04/2026

June is World Elder Abuse Prevention Month.

Every older adult deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported.

Elder abuse can be physical, emotional, financial, or neglect. If you suspect abuse, speak up. Your call could help protect someone you care about.

Georgia resources:
• Georgia Department of Human Services / Adult Protective Services: 1-866-552-4464
• Georgia Bureau of Investigation Elder Abuse Unit: 1-800-878-6440

Together, we can help older adults live with dignity and respect.
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Junio ​​es el Mes Mundial de la Prevención del Abuso contra las Personas Mayores.

Todo adulto mayor merece sentirse seguro, respetado y apoyado.

El abuso contra las personas mayores puede ser físico, emocional, financiero o consistir en negligencia. Si sospecha de algún abuso, alce la voz. Su llamada podría ayudar a proteger a alguien que le importa.

Recursos en Georgia:
• Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Georgia / Servicios de Protección para Adultos: 1-866-552-4464
• Oficina de Investigaciones de Georgia (GBI) - Unidad de Abuso contra Personas Mayores: 1-800-878-6440

Juntos, podemos ayudar a que los adultos mayores vivan con dignidad y respeto.

06/03/2026

Your baby’s immune system is stronger than you think. It battles thousands of germs every day. Vaccines don’t overload it — they train it. With just a tiny amount of antigens, vaccines help your baby build antibodies to fight serious diseases.

Safe. Tested. Life-saving.
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El sistema inmunológico de tu bebé es más fuerte de lo que crees. Combate miles de gérmenes cada día. Las vacunas no lo sobrecargan, lo entrenan. Con solo una pequeña cantidad de antígenos, las vacunas ayudan a tu bebé a generar anticuerpos para combatir enfermedades graves.

Seguras. Probadas. Salvan vidas.

06/02/2026

Pregnancy and early motherhood can come with challenges—but families don’t have to face them alone. 💙

District 4 Home Visiting provides voluntary support for high-risk moms and babies during pregnancy and through baby’s first year of life.

Through regular check-ins, education, and care coordination, our team helps identify concerns early and connects families to important resources like healthcare, food, transportation, and infant support services.

By supporting families between medical visits, we help promote healthier pregnancies, healthier babies, and healthier communities.

Learn more at district4health.org/services/health-services/perinatal
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El embarazo y la maternidad temprana pueden conllevar desafíos, pero las familias no tienen que enfrentarlos solas. 💙

El programa de Visitas domiciliarias del Distrito 4 ofrece apoyo voluntario a madres y bebés de alto riesgo durante el embarazo y a lo largo del primer año de vida del bebé.

Mediante seguimientos periódicos, educación y coordinación de la atención, nuestro equipo ayuda a identificar inquietudes de manera temprana y conecta a las familias con recursos importantes, tales como atención médica, alimentos, transporte y servicios de apoyo para bebés.

Al brindar apoyo a las familias entre las visitas médicas, contribuimos a promover embarazos más saludables, bebés más sanos y comunidades más saludables.

06/01/2026

Hurricane season starts June 1. The best time to prepare is now.

Make a plan to evacuate and a plan to shelter safely at home. Build an emergency kit with at least 3 days of food, water, medications, and important documents.

Sign up for local emergency alerts and know where you will go if asked to evacuate.

A little preparation today can make a big difference tomorrow.
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La temporada de huracanes comienza el 1 de junio. El mejor momento para prepararse es ahora.

Elabore un plan de evacuación y un plan para resguardarse de manera segura en su hogar. Arme un kit de emergencia con provisiones para al menos 3 días: alimentos, agua, medicamentos y documentos importantes.

Regístrese para recibir alertas de emergencia locales y sepa a dónde dirigirse en caso de que se le solicite evacuar.

Un poco de preparación hoy puede marcar una gran diferencia mañana.

06/01/2026

Our friends over at Spalding County Extension will be offering ServSafe Food Manager Certification training and exam. If you're a new food service manager, or if you need to renew your five-year manager certification, this course is for you!

Are you a new food service manager who needs their ServSafe certification? Or has it been 5 years and you need to renew your ServSafe certification? Register today for the nationally recognized ServSafe Manager Certification training and exam.

To register or for more information, visit the UGA Extension Spalding County office at 403 East Solomon Street Griffin, GA 30223, call the office at 770-467-4225, or email the Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Agent at [email protected].

The content for this training will be delivered in one day from 8:30 AM to 6 PM with the exam directly following completion of course material. For 2026, the dates are June 30, September 21, and December 15. The course topics include food safety at all stages, facilities and pest management, cleaning and sanitizing, and more!

Cost: $150, includes 5 hours of in-person review with a 1-hour lunch break (on your own), course book, study materials, certification exam, drinks and snacks during the training. Payment is accepted over the phone or in person.

Course book and study materials must be picked up no later than 2 weeks prior to the training date so that you study BEFORE the exam date. To receive your certification, you need to receive a score of 70% or higher. If you do not pass the exam, you may re-test within 30 days for an additional $70.

Training & exam may be rescheduled or cancelled due to low participation. If you need a reasonable accommodation or language access services, contact the UGA Extension Spalding County office at 770-467-4225 at least 3 weeks before the training.