Southeast Health District

Our mission is to promote and protect the health of people in Southeast Georgia, wherever they live, work and play, uniting with individuals, families and communities to improve and enhance their quality of life.

  • Breastfeeding

    Breastfeeding

    The Southeast Health District (SEHD) is committed to helping mothers breastfeed their babies because breastfeeding is so important for good health.

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  • Perinatal Health

    Perinatal Health

    Perinatal services are offered to pregnant females that supports, enhances, and coordinates the health and other services recommended for mothers and babies.

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  • Children’s Medical Services

    Children’s Medical Services

    Children’s Medical Services (CMS) is a public health program striving to provide a community-based comprehensive system of medical/health care for children birth to age 21 with chronic medical conditions.

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  • Teens

    Teens

    All teen services are confidential.

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  • Perinatal Health

    Perinatal Health

    Perinatal services are offered to pregnant females that supports, enhances, and coordinates the health and other services recommended for mothers and babies.

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  • Teens

    Teens

    All teen services are confidential.

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  • Children First Services

    Children First Services

    Children 1st is the single point of entry to a statewide collaborative system of public health and other prevention based programs and services.

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  • Infectious Disease

    Infectious Disease

    The Office of Infectious Disease monitors and responds
    to incidents of HIV, STDs, influenza, tuberculosis, etc.

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  • Health Promotion Services

    Health Promotion Services

    The Southeast Health District (SEHD) Office of Health Promotion provides population based health information, education and interventions.

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  • Teens

    Teens

    All teen services are confidential.

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News & Events

Southeast Health District

DPH Confirms Four Additional Measles Cases in Georgia

Aug 28, 2026

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed four additional cases of measles.


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Public Health Recognizes National Immunization Awareness Month

Aug 20, 2026

In recognition of National Immunization Awareness Month this August, the Southeast Health District is encouraging people of all ages to stay current on vaccines as a simple and effective way to protect their health.


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Fox in Coffee County Tests Positive for Rabies

Aug 19, 2026

The Southeast Health District is alerting residents of Coffee County that a fox has tested positive for rabies.


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Protect Yourself and Your Family From Cyclosporiasis

Jul 13, 2026

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging Georgians to take extra precautions when purchasing, preparing, and consuming fresh fruits and vegetables to help prevent cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal disease.


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Beat the Back-to-School Rush This Year!

Jul 1, 2026

Health departments across the Southeast Health District are hosting Back-to-School clinics, where we will be providing immunizations required for Georgia child care and school attendance, as well as offering hearing, vision, and dental screenings.


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Checkups for Kids

The Health Check program ensures that children enrolled in Medicaid or PeachCare® for Kids receive regular well-child checkups. Check with your local Health Department for availability.

Know Your Status

Know your status – do it for yourself and for your partner. Sexually transmitted infections (STI) testing is available at all health departments and wellness centers within the Southeast Health District.

Prepare Now

Emergency Preparedness involves making sure you, your family and your community are prepared to deal with a disaster – whether it is natural or man-made, accidental or intentional. Preparation and response are critical.