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

With the wildfires in south Georgia, local air quality may be lower due to the smoke that may drift north.Wildfire smoke...
04/24/2026

With the wildfires in south Georgia, local air quality may be lower due to the smoke that may drift north.

Wildfire smoke affects everyone, but children, pregnant individuals, and those with chronic conditions such as asthma, heart disease, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease are especially vulnerable to wild fire smoke (CDC).

If you are near wildfire smoke, you can help protect yourself (CDC):

• When outdoors, wear a respirator or mask.

• When indoors, keep one room closed off with clean air. Avoid burning candles, incense, etc., and use a portable air cleaner or filter in this room. For the central air conditioning system, use high efficiency filters. If it has a fresh air intake, turn the system to recirculate mode, or close the outdoor intake damper.

• Stay informed about wildfire risks near you and follow emergency alerts.

For more tips to protect yourself from wildfire smoke, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/wildfires/safety/how-to-safely-stay-safe-during-a-wildfire.html

Stigma remains one of the most significant barriers to people seeking STI testing and care. Sexually transmitted infecti...
04/17/2026

Stigma remains one of the most significant barriers to people seeking STI testing and care. Sexually transmitted infections are medical conditions—and they are treatable.

Confidential testing and treatment at county health departments. Reach out to your local health department for an appointment or more information;
https://northeasthealthdistrict.org/sti

The Specialty Care Clinic is seeking a Patient Financial Coordinator to support activities that determine Ryan White eli...
04/16/2026

The Specialty Care Clinic is seeking a Patient Financial Coordinator to support activities that determine Ryan White eligibility and enrollment of clients into the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), Health Insurance Continuation Program (HICP) and other forms of financial assistance. Working with a multi-disciplinary team that includes case management and medical providers, the coordinator will process applications and assume responsibility for ensuring compliance with Ryan White program requirements.

Annual Salary of $39,500.00 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/5302368/patient-financial-coordinator-specialty-care-clinic

The Walton County Health Department is seeking to fill a clerical position. The ideal candidate will perform a variety o...
04/15/2026

The Walton County Health Department is seeking to fill a clerical position. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of clerical duties, including WIC registration, in support of the health department programs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, data entry, ability to maintain detailed filing and record systems, and numerical accuracy. Must have good interviewing and communication skills. Requires good customer service and excellent computer skills. Good reading and comprehension abilities. Other duties as assigned in support of management and staff.

Annual Salary of $34,200.00 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/5302237/admin-support-monroe

It's STI Awareness Week. Remember to: Prepare before you’re there! Screening, prevention, and treatment are all part of ...
04/14/2026

It's STI Awareness Week. Remember to: Prepare before you’re there!
Screening, prevention, and treatment are all part of taking charge of your sexual health! That includes using condoms, communicating with your partner and being aware of sexually transmitted infections.
Your local health department offers testing and treatment for STIs. https://northeasthealthdistrict.org/sti

Spring is in the air, and kids are starting to play outside.Could the kids be exposed to lead in the dirt?Protect young ...
04/13/2026

Spring is in the air, and kids are starting to play outside.
Could the kids be exposed to lead in the dirt?

Protect young children from possible lead exposure in soil by:
• ensuring children do not eat soil or put soil into their mouths
• removing shoes in the house to limit soil from being brought in
• limit exposure to bare soil - use sandboxes (and cover when not in use)
• cover bare soil with grass or mulch
• testing the soil to determine if it is safe

For more information on lead exposure: https://www.cdc.gov/lead-prevention/about/index.html

UGA Cooperative Extension provides cost-effective soil testing (https://aesl.ces.uga.edu/soil.html) that includes testing for lead.
Contact your county extension office for more information.
https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices.html

This week is National Public Health Week! We are excited to spotlight our Central Supply team!This team consists of Cour...
04/10/2026

This week is National Public Health Week! We are excited to spotlight our Central Supply team!

This team consists of Courtney Buffington, Latonia Gunn and Jamie Stephenson. The Central Supply crew works to obtain medicines, vaccines and supplies for the Northeast Health District. The team also ensures drug compliance, assists with barcode scanning issues and keeps a regular check on inventory across the district’s clinics. Courtney, Latonia and Jamie play a pivotal role in helping the district provide medication and care in all 10 of its counties.

These critical services guarantee our district can serve and treat clients to the best of our ability.

We greatly appreciate Courtney, Latonia and Jamie’s service to Public Health!

This week is National Public Health Week! We are excited to spotlight our dental hygienist, Laura Strickland!Laura works...
04/09/2026

This week is National Public Health Week! We are excited to spotlight our dental hygienist, Laura Strickland!

Laura works to provide dental screenings in schools throughout the Northeast Health District and provides oral health education to students from preschool through fifth grade. Additionally, Laura works with HeadStart students and parents to provide oral health education as well as a free fluoride varnish program for qualifying HeadStart students. Laura participates in local health fairs and teaches about oral health to special needs, elderly and WIC clients while also training district nurses on oral health concerns and conducting oral health screenings at the district’s Specialty Care Clinic.

These critical services provide people in our district with important oral care while also equipping them to maintain good oral hygiene.

We greatly appreciate Laura’s service to Public Health!

Teens are quick to notice a text. Their health deserves even more attention. This Adolescent Immunization Action Week, ...
04/08/2026

Teens are quick to notice a text. Their health deserves even more attention.

This Adolescent Immunization Action Week, talk with your healthcare provider about recommended vaccines so adolescents can focus on learning, growing, and having fun.

Learn more at https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/imz-schedules/index.html

This is National Public Health Week!READY. Public health is the foundation of strong communities, from clean air and wat...
04/08/2026

This is National Public Health Week!

READY. Public health is the foundation of strong communities, from clean air and water to disease prevention and healthier neighborhoods. We’re getting READY to celebrate the people and systems that help everyone thrive.
SET. Public health works best when communities, organizations and leaders come together to support health for all. We’re SET to keep building a healthier future together.
ACTION. Public health progress happens when we turn ideas into action by supporting policies, programs and partnerships that improve health for everyone. Let’s take ACTION for healthier communities everywhere.

This week is National Public Health Week! We are excited to spotlight one of our environmental health staff members, Phi...
04/07/2026

This week is National Public Health Week! We are excited to spotlight one of our environmental health staff members, Philip Elliott!

Philip is the Northeast Health District’s lead and healthy homes coordinator. Philip oversees any cases of childhood lead poisoning across the district’s 10 counties. His duties include patient outreach, lead inspections, communicating with primary care providers, stakeholder engagement and data management. Philip also attends health fairs to provide information on the dangers of lead poisoning.

These critical services help protect people throughout our district by keeping a check on potential lead-related threats and issues.

We greatly appreciate Philip’s service to Public Health!

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15 Porter Street E
Winder, GA
30680

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

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