Atkinson County Health Department

Atkinson County Health Department Our mission is to promote and protect the health of people in Southeast Georgia by providing various programs and clinic services.

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All Southeast Health District sites will be closed on Monday, September 7, in recognition of Labor Day.All sites will re...
09/04/2026

All Southeast Health District sites will be closed on Monday, September 7, in recognition of Labor Day.

All sites will resume normal hours of operation on Tuesday, September 8.

Power outages can happen anytime. Having an emergency kit ready with flashlights, batteries, medications, and important ...
09/03/2026

Power outages can happen anytime. Having an emergency kit ready with flashlights, batteries, medications, and important supplies can make all the difference when the lights go out. Learn more: bit.ly/4gqNUfh

Did you know that mosquitoes lay eggs in standing water? Protect your family by eliminating stagnant water around your h...
09/02/2026

Did you know that mosquitoes lay eggs in standing water? Protect your family by eliminating stagnant water around your home. Tip ‘n Toss to stay safe! Learn more at dph.ga.gov/mosquito-borne-diseases.

September is National Preparedness Month! Is your household ready if an emergency happens? Preparedness starts at home. ...
09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month! Is your household ready if an emergency happens? Preparedness starts at home. Take time today to create and practice an emergency plan so everyone knows what to do.

➡️Pick a safe place to meet
➡️Assign responsibilities
➡️Practice how to leave safely
➡️Make a plan on how to stay in touch

Visit https://www.ready.gov/plan for more information, including printable resources to help you and your family!

Keep your cool when temperatures climb!💧Hydrate, 👕wear light clothing and ☀️don't skip the sunscreen. If you start feeli...
08/31/2026

Keep your cool when temperatures climb!

💧Hydrate, 👕wear light clothing and ☀️don't skip the sunscreen.

If you start feeling dizzy, don't "tough it out"—seek medical help immediately.

For more heat safety tips, visit: weather.gov/safety/heat

Our DPH Home Visiting program supports moms and babies during pregnancy and after birth – from pregnancy through the bab...
08/28/2026

Our DPH Home Visiting program supports moms and babies during pregnancy and after birth – from pregnancy through the baby’s first year – a time when guidance, care, and connection can make a real difference.

The program is also designed to help families early, before minor issues become serious challenges or complications.

Families do not need to be in crisis to qualify. Any high-risk pregnant woman or infant is eligible.

Interested in learning more? Visit dphhomevisiting.com.

08/28/2026

The Atkinson County Health Department will be closed today from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. We will resume our normal hours of operation at 1:00 PM. For questions about available services, please call 1(855)473-4374.

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El Departamento de Salud del Condado de Atkinson permanecerá cerrado hoy de 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Reanudaremos el horario normal de operación a la 1:00 PM. Si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita ayuda, llame al 1(855)473-4374.

Protection starts with a conversation.PrEP is a once-daily pill that helps prevent HIV and is up to 99% effective when t...
08/27/2026

Protection starts with a conversation.

PrEP is a once-daily pill that helps prevent HIV and is up to 99% effective when taken as prescribed.

For more information about PrEP, visit www.sehdph.org/prep or call 1(855)473-4374.

Address

461 Albany Avenue East
Pearson, GA
31642

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18554734374

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