Irwin County Health Department

Irwin County Health Department We provide services through The Georgia Department of Public Health at Irwin County Health Department

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season 💉 Stop by your local health department to get your flu shot. It’s q...
10/05/2025

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season 💉 Stop by your local health department to get your flu shot. It’s quick, easy, and helps keep our community healthy. Don’t wait, flu season is just around the corner!

Did you know that most breast cancer cases are diagnosed after age 50? Other risk factors include family history, dense ...
10/04/2025

Did you know that most breast cancer cases are diagnosed after age 50? Other risk factors include family history, dense breast tissue, and certain genetic mutations.

Knowing your risk and getting screened can help save lives.

Find out if you qualify for free screenings through BCCP: www.southhealthdistrict.com/BCCP

Call your local health department today to learn more.

The Irwin County Health Department is excited to welcome two new team members! 🎉Please join us in welcoming Juliana Clar...
10/02/2025

The Irwin County Health Department is excited to welcome two new team members! 🎉

Please join us in welcoming Juliana Clark, Administrative Support, and Amanda Thornton, RN, BSN, Public Health Nurse.

This morning, our staff enjoyed a welcome breakfast and orientation to help our newest team members get started. We’re thrilled to have them join the Irwin County Health Department family!

October is National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month!Knowing CPR can save a life when every second counts. Consider...
10/02/2025

October is National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month!

Knowing CPR can save a life when every second counts. Consider becoming CPR certified this month. Find classes and resources through the American Heart Association at 👉 https://cpr.heart.org/

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Early detection saves lives.Our Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP) he...
10/01/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Early detection saves lives.

Our Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP) helps women ages 21–64 get screenings like pap smears, pelvic exams, clinical breast exams, and mammograms if you’re 40+.

Uninsured or under-insured? BCCP can help!

Learn more & see if you qualify: www.southhealthdistrict.com/BCCP

Preparedness starts at home but it keeps going when we work together.👥 Share your plan with neighbors📢 Talk to friends a...
09/30/2025

Preparedness starts at home but it keeps going when we work together.

👥 Share your plan with neighbors
📢 Talk to friends and family about getting prepared
💪 Volunteer for local preparedness or statewide response groups such as https://www.servga.gov/

The more prepared each household is, the safer and healthier our whole community will be.

This , we want to remind you that condoms and regular STI testing still matter.PrEP protects against HIV, not everythin...
09/29/2025

This , we want to remind you that condoms and regular STI testing still matter.

PrEP protects against HIV, not everything else. Using condoms and getting regular STI tests is still important, especially if your partner’s HIV status is unknown.

Learn More At: southhealthdistrict.com/prep

Opioid overdoses can happen to anyone. Be ready to save a life.If you’re 18+ and live in one of our ten counties, you ca...
09/28/2025

Opioid overdoses can happen to anyone. Be ready to save a life.

If you’re 18+ and live in one of our ten counties, you can request free Narcan (naloxone) by mail.

Naloxone can quickly reverse an overdose from opioids like fentanyl, he**in, morphine, or prescription pain pills.

Request yours today: southhealthdistrict.com/stopoverdose

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the Irwin County Health Department. We’re proud to have caring ...
09/26/2025

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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the Irwin County Health Department. We’re proud to have caring and knowledgeable staff like Jennifer and Michelle who go above and beyond to make every visit a positive experience. Our goal is to provide the same kind and professional care in all of our counties.

Let's prioritize the ABCs of Safe Sleep for our little bundles of joy:A - Alone: Ensure your baby sleeps alone in their ...
09/25/2025

Let's prioritize the ABCs of Safe Sleep for our little bundles of joy:
A - Alone: Ensure your baby sleeps alone in their safe sleep space.
B - Back: Always place your baby on their back for sleep.
C - Crib: Place the baby in their crib that has a firm mattress.

This morning, Irwin County Health Department staff visited Irwin County Elementary School to provide flu vaccines for st...
09/23/2025

This morning, Irwin County Health Department staff visited Irwin County Elementary School to provide flu vaccines for students and staff. 💉

Now is the perfect time to protect yourself and your family this flu season. Call the Irwin County Health Department at (229) 238-9540 to schedule your appointment today!

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407 West Fourth Street
Ocilla, GA
31774

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+12292389540

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