Cherokee County Health Department in Woodstock Now Offering Child Well Check Visits for Ages 3 to 20
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Woodstock, Georgia – The Cherokee County Health Department in Woodstock is pleased to announce the availability of Child Well Check Visits for individuals aged 3 to 20.
These visits are now offered by Julia George, a Public Health Registered Nurse specially trained to provide comprehensive well-child assessments. Child Well Check Visits are an important part of preventive healthcare, helping to monitor growth and development, identify potential health concerns early, and support overall wellness for children and adolescents.
Services Will Include:
- Growth and development assessments
- Routine health screenings
- Immunization review and updates
- Vision, hearing, and/or other screenings
Appointments are available at the Cherokee County Health Department in Woodstock. Read on!
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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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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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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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