McDuffie County Health Department

09/18/2026

DPH Measles Update
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09/09/2026

September is National Preparedness Month!

Emergencies can happen without warning, but preparing ahead of time can make a big difference.

Make an emergency plan
Build or update your emergency kit
Sign up for local alerts
Know how your family will communicate
Include medications, pets and special needs in your plan

Don’t wait for an emergency to get ready. Visit Ready.gov for helpful checklists and preparedness resources.

09/03/2026

🍂 Fall is coming—and so is the Mobile Health Clinic!

Our September schedule is now available. The Mobile Health Clinic brings convenient health services directly to communities throughout the East Central Health District.

Services may include health screenings, vaccinations, community resources and more. Walk-ins are welcome!

View the schedule: www.ecphd.com/wego
Call: 1-877-884-WEGO (9346)

⚠️ Important Richmond County Update: Mobile Health Clinic stops in Richmond County are temporarily paused until further notice. All dates, times and locations are subject to change. Please check the online schedule before visiting.

08/07/2026

Community Health & Wellness Day is coming to Augusta Mall!

Saturday, August 22
11 AM – 2 PM
Augusta Mall – near the Sears entrance

Join the East Central Health District and our community partners for an afternoon of health resources, education, screenings, program information, and family-friendly outreach.

Our Mobile Health Clinic will also be on site, parked outside near the Sears entrance.

Come meet local organizations, learn about available services, and connect with resources for you and your family.

07/31/2026

🩵 World Breastfeeding Week | August 1–7, 2026 🩵

Each year, World Breastfeeding Week brings communities around the world together to celebrate, protect, and support breastfeeding. This global observance highlights the many health benefits breastfeeding provides for both babies and mothers while encouraging families to have the support they need to succeed.

This year's theme, "Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works," reminds us that when we invest in proven support systems, we help families build healthier futures.

At the East Central Health District WIC Program, we're committed to strengthening what works by providing:
🤱 Breastfeeding education
💙 Compassionate support and encouragement
🥗 Nutritious supplemental foods
👩‍⚕️ Resources to help families every step of the way

Throughout World Breastfeeding Week, we'll celebrate breastfeeding families and recognize the dedicated WIC staff and community partners who make a difference every day.

Join us August 1–7 as we honor the power of breastfeeding—one mother, one baby, and one family at a time.

07/28/2026

The August Mobile Health Clinic Schedule Is Here!
Our Mobile Health Clinic is hitting the road again in August to bring convenient health services closer to communities throughout the East Central Health District.
Check the new schedule to find the date, time, and location of a stop near you. Walk-ins are welcome!
View the complete August schedule here: ecphd.com/wego/schedule
Save the schedule, share it with your community, and come see us when we are in your county!

06/25/2026

🚐 The July Mobile Health Clinic Schedule Is Up!

Our Mobile Health Clinic is back on the road in July, bringing care closer to communities across the district.

Here are the first 3 July service days:

📅 Tuesday, July 7
📍 Burke County | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Midville City Hall
132 Jones St., Midville

📍 Jenkins County | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
B&T Fresh Market
540 E Winthrope Ave., Millen

📅 Wednesday, July 8
📍 Warren County | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Library
10 Warren St., Warren

📍 Glascock County | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Town Square / Southern Bank
21 College St., Gibson

📅 Thursday, July 9
📍 Taliaferro County | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
County School
557 Broad St., Crawfordville

📍 McDuffie County | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Dearing Community Center
4616 Augusta Hwy, Dearing

View the full July schedule at ecphd.com/wego.

We Go Where You Are. 💙

06/24/2026

06/08/2026

Juneteenth Closure Notice

The Health Department will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth is a time to honor freedom, reflect on history, and recognize the continued importance of equity, health, and opportunity for all.

We will resume normal business hours on the next business day.

Thank you for your understanding.

05/20/2026

🚨 **Measles Update in Georgia**

The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed **three new measles cases** in members of an unvaccinated metro Atlanta family who recently traveled internationally.

Measles is **highly contagious** and can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can remain in the air or on surfaces for up to **two hours**.

**Watch for symptoms:**
• High fever
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Watery eyes
• Rash that starts at the head and spreads downward

The **MMR vaccine is safe and effective** at preventing measles. Children should receive their first dose between **12–15 months** and a second dose between **4–6 years**.

If you have measles symptoms, **call your healthcare provider first** before going to a doctor’s office, hospital, or public health clinic.

Learn more:
https://dph.georgia.gov/epidemiology/acute-disease-epidemiology/vaccine-preventable-diseases/measles
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/index.html