Toombs County Health Department

All Southeast Health District Sites will be closed Friday, June 19, in recognition of Juneteenth. All sites will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 22.

Don't get stuck in a pickle! Practicing safe s*x is an important part of responsible and healthy relationships. Have condoms delivered to your door at no cost by visiting www.sehdph.org/condoms.

*You must be 18+ to request mail-order condoms online.

While the summer season hasn't officially begun, the heat is certainly already here! We know many days of high temperatures are ahead over the next few months, including this coming weekend.

Afternoon heat index values of 100-105° are possible beginning this Friday and going through Sunday, and we want to share a few reminders to keep you, your family, and those around you safe during times of higher temperatures and heat index values!

Here are 4 tips to help you keep your cool:
🥤💧Drink plenty of water.
🚴Limit outdoor activity during the daytime.
👕Wear loose, light-colored clothing.
🚗Never leave children or pets in the car for any length of time!

For additional tips on ways to beat the heat, view the image below and also visit https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat.

The Georgia WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is coming back to Appling County! Use your eWIC card to stretch your dollars at a participating Farmers' Market. County of residence is not a factor in the eligibility to receive produce at the Farmers' Market.

Swing by the Appling County Health Department on Tuesday, June 2, and Wednesday, June 3, between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM to receive fresh fruits and vegetables. Arrive early, as produce is limited.

The Appling County Health Department is located at 283 Walnut Street, Baxley, GA 31513. For more information about the Georgia WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program, visit https://dph.georgia.gov/farmers-market or call 1(855)473-4374.

The Southeast Health District (d.b.a. Ware County Board of Health) is seeking a qualified vendor for the procurement of a mobile medical clinic unit. Vendors MUST have professional liability insurance and a business license for consideration.

The deadline to submit bids for this project has been extended until Monday, June 1, 2026. To receive a bid packet, please visit www.sehdph.org/bids.

Get PrEP. Stay protected.

PrEP is a once-daily medication that can reduce your risk of getting HIV by up to 99% when taken as prescribed.

For more information about PrEP, visit www.sehdph.org/prep or call 1(855)473-4374.

Georgia WIC Participants:
Use your eWIC card to stretch your dollars at a participating Farmers' Market! Visit a Georgia Farmers Market in your area for NO COST fresh fruits and vegetables. County of residence is not a factor in the eligibility to receive produce at the Farmers' Market. Arrive early. PRODUCE IS LIMITED. Market dates and locations are listed below.

Appling County (Baxley) – June 2 & 3 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Appling County Health Department (283 Walnut Street, Baxley, GA 31513)

Bulloch County (Statesboro) – June 23 & 24 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Bulloch County Health Department (1 West Altman Street, Statesboro, GA 30458)

Coffee County (Douglas) – June 10 & 11 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Coffee County Health Department (1111 West Baker Highway, Douglas, GA 31533)

Ware County (Waycross) – June 17 & 18 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Ware County Health Department (604 Riverside Avenue, Waycross, GA 31501)

Shingles doesn’t wait for the “right time.” Be proactive!

If you are an adult aged 50+ or someone who has a weakened immune system (aged 19+), the CDC suggests getting vaccinated against shingles. For more information, please call 1(855)473-4374.

Finding out your HIV status is easier than ever! The Southeast Health District offers confidential, no-cost HIV testing from the comfort of your own home. For more information or to request your own testing kit, visit www.sehdph.org/hiv-test-kit.