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

HOLIDAY CLOSURE - Labor DayMonday, September 7All Northeast Health District health departments and offices will be close...
09/02/2026

HOLIDAY CLOSURE - Labor Day
Monday, September 7

All Northeast Health District health departments and offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
Normal operations resume on Tuesday, September 8.

Have a Healthy, Safe Holiday.

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day Over 1,600 Georgians lost their lives to drug overdose in 2025. On thi...
08/31/2026

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day

Over 1,600 Georgians lost their lives to drug overdose in 2025. On this International Overdose Awareness Day, we:

• Honor those we’ve lost from drug overdose.
• Encourage healing through treatment & recovery.
• Empower communities to build prevention capacity.

Together, we can end overdose: https://www.cdc.gov/overdose-prevention/

Most local health departments have FREE naloxone kits available upon request. Visit our website for more info: https://northeasthealthdistrict.org/naloxone

AUGUST IS NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH!Chelsea Freeman is the district Nutrition Services Director and she wants everyon...
08/30/2026

AUGUST IS NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH!

Chelsea Freeman is the district Nutrition Services Director and she wants everyone to know that breastmilk naturally contains melatonin which helps regulate baby's sleep cycle.

SPECIAL COLLABORATION!WIC & Seniors Farmers MarketAugust 31 • 9am-3pmBarrow County Health Department (15 Porter St E, Wi...
08/29/2026

SPECIAL COLLABORATION!
WIC & Seniors Farmers Market
August 31 • 9am-3pm
Barrow County Health Department (15 Porter St E, Winder)

The Barrow County WIC program, in collaboration with the Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging, will host a special WIC and Seniors Farmers Market at the Barrow County Health Department (15 Porter St E, Winder) on Monday, August 31 from 9 am-3pm (or until the produce is gone).

WIC clients and seniors can obtain $30 worth of fresh produce at no cost (WIC families are limited to $30 per FAMILY/HOUSEHOLD per season).

WIC PARTICIPANTS: Remember to bring your WIC ID card. Please complete the required farmers market education module BEFORE coming to the market: https://www.gawiconline.org/

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! COLABORACIÓN ESPECIAL!
Mercado de agricultores para personas mayores y beneficiarios del programa WIC
31 de agosto • 9:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m.
Departamento de Salud del Condado de Barrow (15 Porter St E, Winder)

El programa WIC del condado de Barrow, en colaboración con Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging, organizará un mercado especial de agricultores para participantes de WIC y personas mayores en el Departamento de Salud del condado de Barrow (15 Porter St E, Winder) el lunes 31 de agosto de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m. (o hasta agotar los productos frescos).

Los beneficiarios del WIC y las personas mayores pueden obtener productos frescos por un valor de 30 dólares sin costo alguno (las familias del WIC tienen un límite de 30 dólares por FAMILIA/HOGAR por temporada).

PARTICIPANTES DEL WIC: Recuerden traer su tarjeta de identificación del WIC. Por favor, completen el módulo educativo obligatorio sobre el mercado de agricultores ANTES de venir al mercado: https://www.gawiconline.org/

AUGUST IS NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTHNational Immunization Awareness Month is a friendly reminder to check whe...
08/28/2026

AUGUST IS NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTH

National Immunization Awareness Month is a friendly reminder to check whether you and your family are up to date on recommended vaccines.

Vaccines help protect people of all ages from preventable diseases and help reduce the spread of illness in our communities.

Your local health department provides child and adult immunizations: http://northeasthealthdistrict.org/vaccines

VIRTUAL CLASSESWednesdays at 9:30amSeptember 2 & 9SEPT 2: all about the pump!SEPT 9: baby wearingRegister by texting LAT...
08/28/2026

VIRTUAL CLASSES
Wednesdays at 9:30am
September 2 & 9

SEPT 2: all about the pump!
SEPT 9: baby wearing

Register by texting LATCH & LEARN to: 706.765.7186

CLASES VIRTUALES SOBRE LACTANCIA MATERNA
Los miércoles a las 11:00 a. m.
2 y 9 de septiembre

2 de septiembre: ¡Todo sobre el sacaleches!
9 de septiembre: cómo llevar al bebé

Inscríbete enviando un mensaje de texto con la palabra «LACTANCIA LATINA» al número: 706.765.7186

AUGUST IS NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH!Tiffany Mathis is an Admin Support in Jackson County Health Department, and wants...
08/26/2026

AUGUST IS NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH!

Tiffany Mathis is an Admin Support in Jackson County Health Department, and wants everyone to know that breast milk is an immunity boost because it contains antibodies and white blood cells that fight off infections, often helping protect babies from illnesses like ear infections, diarrhea, and severe respiratory diseases. It's also great for their skin if they have any mild skin irritations.

The Northeast Health District is seeking a 340B Compliance Specialist to join a dedicated team of public health professi...
08/25/2026

The Northeast Health District is seeking a 340B Compliance Specialist to join a dedicated team of public health professionals committed to improving the health of the communities we serve. This position is responsible for overseeing the District's participation in the HRSA 340B Program by ensuring compliance with federal regulations, supporting participating clinics, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to maintain program integrity and optimize performance.

If you enjoy analyzing data, solving problems, improving processes, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

Annual Salary of $52,000.00 and generous benefits that include: 13 paid holidays, annual & sick leave, health/dental/vision/life insurance options, retirement and savings plans.

For additional details, and to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph/jobs/5458809/340b-compliance-specialist

VIRTUAL CLASSESWednesdays at 9:30amAugust 19 & 26AUGUST 19:breastfeeding basicsAUGUST 26:strugglesRegister by texting LA...
08/23/2026

VIRTUAL CLASSES
Wednesdays at 9:30am
August 19 & 26

AUGUST 19:breastfeeding basics
AUGUST 26:struggles

Register by texting LATCH & LEARN to: 706.765.7186

CLASES VIRTUALES SOBRE LACTANCIA MATERNA
Los miércoles a las 11:00 a. m.
19 y 26 de agosto

19 DE AGOSTO: conceptos básicos sobre la lactancia materna
26 DE AGOSTO: dificultades

Inscríbete enviando un mensaje de texto con la palabra «LACTANCIA LATINA» al número: 706.765.7186 less

AUGUST IS NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH!Jane Almand is a Breastfeeding Counselor and she wants everyone to know that brea...
08/22/2026

AUGUST IS NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH!

Jane Almand is a Breastfeeding Counselor and she wants everyone to know that breast milk contains a protein that helps the body defend against cancer!

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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