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Delayed Opening for Gilmer County Public Health, Tues., March 17

Written by: Jennifer King, Public Information Officer
Category: Press Room

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Ellijay, Georgia – Due to the potential for hazardous wintry road conditions, the Gilmer County Health Department and Environmental Health office in Ellijay, Georgia, will delay opening until 10 AM on Tuesday, March 17. This delay also includes WIC services and Children With Special Needs services.

We regret any inconvenience this may cause; however, the safety of our residents and staff remains our top priority. Please take all necessary precautions.

Any updates will be posted here on our website.

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Weather-Related Delayed Openings in Gilmer and Pickens Counties, Mon., 3/16

Written by: Jennifer King, Public Information Officer
Category: Press Room

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North Georgia – Due to expected severe weather overnight, the Gilmer County Health Department and Environmental Health offices in both Gilmer and Pickens Counties will delay opening until 10 AM on Monday, March 16. (Pickens County Health Department continues to be closed due to building issues, but local residents are encouraged to contact (706) 253-2821 for public health services at nearby health departments in the North Georgia Health District.)

We apologize for this inconvenience; however, the safety of our residents and staff is our top priority.

Updates will be posted here on our website.

 

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Murray County Health Department Closed Tues., Feb 24

Written by: Jennifer King, Public Information Officer
Category: Press Room

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The Murray County Health Department will be closed on Tuesday, February 24, due to necessary plumbing repairs. 
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Note: This also impacts local county WIC and Children With Special Needs services but NOT Murray County Environmental Health.
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We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as these repairs are completed. 
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Learn about our Public Health services at all our locations here on the North Georgia Health District website at www.nghd.org.
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Thank you for your understanding as we work to continue protecting the health of our community.

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Weather-related Closings and Delays: Updates for Our District/County Offices

Written by: Jennifer King, Public Information Officer
Category: Press Room

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North Georgia Health District Announces Re-Openings and Delays for Tuesday, Feb. 3:

North Georgia - Due to improved weather conditions, the North Georgia Health District office and county public health services in Cherokee, Murray, and Whitfield counties—including Health Departments, Environmental Health (also in Pickens), Children’s Medical Services, WIC, and The Living Bridge Center clinics in Canton, Dalton, and Gainesville—will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday, February 3.
 
Public health services in Fannin and Gilmer counties will open at 10 AM to allow for continued improvement in travel conditions.
 
The Pickens County Health Department will remain closed due to previously announced building issues; however, Pickens County residents may receive services at nearby North Georgia Health District facilities, where staff will be available to assist. Call (706) 279-9600. Pickens County Environmental Health services will be available, as usual.
 
The North Georgia Health District appreciates the public’s patience and understanding as we continue to prioritize safety while ensuring access to essential public health services.
 
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