Burke County Health Department

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

05/12/2026

Today, we celebrate the nurses who show up with skill, compassion, patience, and heart every single day.

From comforting patients to protecting communities, nurses are often the steady hands and caring voices people remember most during their health journey.

This year’s International Nurses Day theme is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.” And we could not agree more. When nurses are supported, valued, and empowered, everyone benefits.

To every nurse serving our communities: thank you for the care you give, the lives you touch, and the difference you make.

Happy International Nurses Day!

04/29/2026

NEW MOBILE CLINIC SCHEDULE IS LIVE

We’re hitting the road again and bringing care closer than ever.
See when we’ll be in your area ecphd.com/wego
1-877-884-WEGO
If you’ve been waiting for a sign… this is it.
We Go Where You Are

04/21/2026

While programs like Babies Can’t Wait do not provide an official diagnosis for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), we play an important role in connecting families to the resources they need.

If your child has been diagnosed, or you have concerns, reach out to us.
We’re here to help guide you, support you, and connect you with services that make a difference.

Because every child deserves the opportunity to grow, thrive, and be supported for who they are.

Let’s shift the focus from limitations to possibilities.
Let’s create space to truly see their ability.

04/12/2026

💙 April is Autism Awareness Month 💙

This month, we’re raising awareness, sharing resources, and supporting families across the 13 counties we serve.

At East Central Health District, our Child Health programs are here to help guide families every step of the way. While we do not provide autism diagnoses, we do connect families to trusted providers and services in the community.

Here’s how we support children and families:

• Babies Can’t Wait (BCW): Early intervention support for children with developmental delays. Children identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are automatically eligible (Category 1).
• CMS & Children 1st: Help families navigate care, services, and resources.
• Community Referrals: We connect families to evaluation providers and share local ABA therapy resources.

If you have concerns about your child’s development, support is available—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

📍 Learn more: https://ecphd.com/child-and-adolescent-health/

📞 Contact your local health department to get started

04/09/2026

It’s a big week across our region, and while many eyes are on the course, we’re focused on what matters every day — your health.

Across all 13 counties we serve, our Mobile Health Clinic is providing access to vaccines, screenings, and essential services.

Thursday April 9th, we’re in Taliaferro and McDuffie counties!

Find a stop near you:
ecphd.com/wego
We Go Where You Are.

Our new Mobile Health Clinic is a health department on wheels — bringing many health services directly to you and the communities we serve.

04/07/2026

April is Adult Immunization Month—a great time to check your vaccine status and make sure you’re up to date.

Staying current on recommended vaccines helps protect you from serious illness and helps protect those around you. Many adults are due for vaccines without even realizing it.

East Central Health District offers immunizations and preventive services across our locations, with additional access through our Mobile Health Unit throughout the community.

Learn more about available services:
www.ecphd.com

See where the Mobile Health Unit will be next:
wego.ecphd.com

04/02/2026

April is Adult Immunization Month

Staying up to date on vaccines helps protect you, your family, and your community.

Tdap
Shingles
Pneumonia
and more!

Get vaccinated on the Mobile Health Unit
We Go Where You Are

Find the Mobile Unit schedule:
https://ecphd.com/wego

Prefer to visit a clinic?
Contact your local health department:
https://ecphd.com

03/22/2026

All health department locations will be closed on Friday, April 3rd.

02/06/2026

❤️ Go Red for Women® | National Wear Red Day®

Friday, February 6, 2026

February is American Heart Month, and on National Wear Red Day, the nation comes together to spotlight women’s cardiovascular health.

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, yet it is often misunderstood, under-diagnosed, and under-recognized. National Wear Red Day exists to change that.

By going red, we:

Raise awareness about heart disease and stroke in women

Share life-saving information and resources

Support research, education, and prevention efforts

From landmarks and workplaces to neighborhoods and online communities, millions unite for one purpose: saving more women’s lives. When we wear red, we are seen, counted, and heard.

❤️ Wear red
📣 Share information
🤝 Support women’s heart health

Together, we are stronger than heart disease and stroke.