Barrow County Health Department

Barrow County Health Department Providing free or low-cost public health services for Barrow County, Georgia. Teens can text the STAR Network for Teens at 706-254-7914.

Information on locations can be found by clicking "About" or by visiting NortheastHealthDistrict.org If you are looking for more information about the Barrow County Health Department, please visit http://www.publichealthathens.com/. Hours of Operation:
Monday 8 am – 7 pm
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 8 am – 5 pm
Friday 8 am – 2 pm

Severe weather can occur any time during the summer. Timely info on weather conditions can make a big difference. Learn ...
06/19/2026

Severe weather can occur any time during the summer. Timely info on weather conditions can make a big difference. Learn about alerts & warnings:
• Watches=severe weather is possible.
• Warnings=severe conditions have begun or will begin soon.

https://www.ready.gov/alerts

Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States. While it can affect anyone, the Bl...
06/19/2026

Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States. While it can affect anyone, the Black and African American communities are at higher risk of sickle cell disease. Those living with sickle cell disease need to carefully manage their blood pressure to avoid complications. It's important to learn effective strategies for managing blood pressure and living well with sickle cell disease.

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/sickle-cell-disease

Proactively focusing on your health through diet and exercise is a powerful way to help prevent chronic disease. Startin...
06/19/2026

Proactively focusing on your health through diet and exercise is a powerful way to help prevent chronic disease. Starting small is key: You can pick one area and make a tiny change, like swapping one sugary drink for water each day or adding a 10-minute walk to your daily routine. These small, consistent actions build strength and resilience, reframing your health as a proactive choice. www.MensHealthMonth.org

If you are traveling outside the U.S., it's important to be aware that you may need special vaccines depending on your d...
06/18/2026

If you are traveling outside the U.S., it's important to be aware that you may need special vaccines depending on your destination. Prior to your trip, it's crucial to plan ahead and ensure that you are up-to-date on all of your routine vaccines.
To identify the specific vaccines or medicines you may need and to understand the potential health risks at your destination, it's recommended to check the CDC's webpage for your destination at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list.
An essential step is to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider or a travel health specialist at least one month before your departure. For a comprehensive list of travel vaccine clinics, you can visit https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/find-clinic.

Make a severe weather plan before you need it! Your family may not be together when a disaster strikes, so it is importa...
06/16/2026

Make a severe weather plan before you need it! Your family may not be together when a disaster strikes, so it is important to plan in advance: how you will get to a safe place, how you will contact one another, how you will get back together, and what you will do in different situations. To find out how, visit ready.gov/make-a-plan

HOLIDAY CLOSURE: Friday, June 19ALL Northeast Health District health department clinics and offices will be closed on Fr...
06/16/2026

HOLIDAY CLOSURE: Friday, June 19

ALL Northeast Health District health department clinics and offices will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

Have a Safe, Healthy Holiday.

WIC SATURDAY POP-UPFarmers Market and More!Saturday, July 18 • 9am - 1pmClarke County Health Department (645 Meigs St, A...
06/16/2026

WIC SATURDAY POP-UP
Farmers Market and More!
Saturday, July 18 • 9am - 1pm
Clarke County Health Department (645 Meigs St, Athens)
Open to all area WIC participants.

Grab your eWIC card and stop by to get fresh fruit and veggies from local farmers! You can also talk with a Public Health representative about lead safety, check out some gently used babywear, pick up information on available area resources and much more!

Care doesn’t happen alone. Men’s health, at any age, is shaped by relationships — partners, families, caregivers, friend...
06/15/2026

Care doesn’t happen alone. Men’s health, at any age, is shaped by relationships — partners, families, caregivers, friends, & communities at every stage of life. Let's build a healthier future together, one small step at a time. This could be as simple as scheduling that overdue check-up, having an open and honest conversation about health with a friend, or finding a local group to join. www.MensHealthMonth.org

With the warm weather, kids out for the summer, and families trying to stay cool, don't forget to protect yourself and y...
06/14/2026

With the warm weather, kids out for the summer, and families trying to stay cool, don't forget to protect yourself and your family from germs in recreational water sources.

Pools, hot tubs, and water playgrounds (such as splash pads) with proper treatment levels are less likely to spread germs. Injuries and drownings are less likely when trained staff and adequate safety equipment are present. For more: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-swimming/

Did you know? Public pools and other water play areas are inspected? You can check the latest inspection online: https://ga.healthinspections.us/stateofgeorgia/

WIC Buddy ProgramMeet & Greet in the Park!Victor Lord Park (175 2nd St, Winder)June 18 • 9-11 AMCome learn about the WIC...
06/14/2026

WIC Buddy Program
Meet & Greet in the Park!
Victor Lord Park (175 2nd St, Winder)
June 18 • 9-11 AM

Come learn about the WIC Buddy Program, meet other moms and enjoy some time in the park.

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Programa WIC Buddy
¡Encuentro en el parque!
Parque Victor Lord (175 2nd St, Winder)
18 de junio • 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m.

Ven a conocer el Programa WIC Buddy, conoce a otras mamás y disfruta de un rato en el parque.

Address

15 Porter Street E
Winder, GA
30680

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+17703073011

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