North Central Health District

North Central Health District NCHD is dedicated to preventing disease, promoting health, and protecting Central Georgia.

North Central Health District (NCHD) is part of the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and serves a population of 520,905 individuals residing in 13 Central Georgia counties: Baldwin, Bibb, Crawford, Hancock, Houston, Jasper, Jones, Monroe, Peach, Putnam, Twiggs, Washington and Wilkinson. Each county has a health department, overseen by a County Board of Health and led by the District Healt

h Director (DHD). The district office, also led by the DHD, serves as an administrative hub for all 13 counties and houses public health programs that serve all counties. Each Health Department offers programs and services for the residents of the county.

04/27/2026

NOTICE: North Central Health District has been notified that there is someone trying to get donations via phone calls by using Washington County Health Department. Please note that the health department is in no way associated with these actions, and these calls are misusing and misrepresenting public health. You can report callers impersonating or misrepresenting government agencies to the FTC here: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/assistant

Tomorrow! The People & Pets Project will be hosting a clinic at Twiggs County Health Department from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30...
04/24/2026

Tomorrow! The People & Pets Project will be hosting a clinic at Twiggs County Health Department from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Consider attending if you missed the last local clinic!

The clinic will provide care for both humans and animals, offering blood pressure screenings, glucose screenings, and vaccines to people. For pets, certified veterinarians will offer core vaccines, microchips, and wellness screenings.

All services are free of charge and no appointment is necessary.

Additionally, pet owners will have the option to sign their pets up for a future spay and neuter clinic, which does include an associated cost. Payment is due at the time of registration - $25 for cats and $35 for dogs

After more than 3 years serving as NCHD SNAP-Ed Coordinator, Chassity McKinney is transitioning to another position with...
04/23/2026

After more than 3 years serving as NCHD SNAP-Ed Coordinator, Chassity McKinney is transitioning to another position with North Central Health District. We want to thank Chassity for her hard work in encouraging community residents to choose healthy foods and be more physically active. In the first half of the fiscal year, Chassity exceeded the annual goal for the number of participants in nutrition education classes. Chassity, we are proud of you and wish you the best in your new position.

Healthy eating starts early. The foods children eat today help shape their growth, support learning, and build lifelong ...
04/22/2026

Healthy eating starts early. The foods children eat today help shape their growth, support learning, and build lifelong healthy habits. 🍏

By encouraging nutritious choices, we’re helping children grow strong—inside and out. 🥦✨

Learn more about starting healthy eating for your young ones early at https://ow.ly/70VY50YBNmG

Physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. The CDC recommends 150 minutes of mode...
04/20/2026

Physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. The CDC recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity a week, such as 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

Try jogging, cycling, or weight-training to get started!

If you missed the last People & Pets Project clinic, consider attending the next event at Twiggs County Health Departmen...
04/16/2026

If you missed the last People & Pets Project clinic, consider attending the next event at Twiggs County Health Department on Saturday, April 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The clinic will provide care for both humans and animals, offering blood pressure screenings, glucose screenings, and vaccines to people. For pets, certified veterinarians will offer core vaccines, microchips, and wellness screenings.

All services are free of charge and no appointment is necessary.

Additionally, pet owners will have the option to sign their pets up for a future spay and neuter clinic, which does include an associated cost. Payment is due at the time of registration - $25 for cats and $35 for dogs

Is HIV prevention medication right for you?Anyone who is HIV negative and not in a monogamous relationship may benefit f...
04/14/2026

Is HIV prevention medication right for you?

Anyone who is HIV negative and not in a monogamous relationship may benefit from PrEP.

Visit your local health department or go to http://nchd52.org/prep to learn more about PrEP.

Many counties in Georgia offer DPH's Home Visiting Program through local public health departments. The Home Visiting Pr...
04/13/2026

Many counties in Georgia offer DPH's Home Visiting Program through local public health departments.

The Home Visiting Program provides health services and referrals to pregnant and postpartum women as well as children before their first birthday.

To learn more, visit https://dph.georgia.gov/women-and-children/hvp

Individuals shape outcomes through daily choices and collective advocacy. Good health doesn’t just happen — you help cre...
04/12/2026

Individuals shape outcomes through daily choices and collective advocacy. Good health doesn’t just happen — you help create it.

The air we breathe, the sidewalks we walk and parks we enjoy are not amenities but lifelines. Good health doesn’t just h...
04/11/2026

The air we breathe, the sidewalks we walk and parks we enjoy are not amenities but lifelines. Good health doesn’t just happen — communities set the stage to shape it.

Address

201 Second Street, Suite 1100
Macon, GA
31201

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+14787516303

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