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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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MLK Day 2026 Holiday Closure Notice

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

Closed MLK Day 2026 webWe will be CLOSED on Monday, January 19, 2026, for the national observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

The North Georgia Health District office, health departments, environmental health offices, WIC program, and all other public health programs and services in Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens, and Whitfield counties will be closed in respectful honor of this day.

The Living Bridge Center clinics in Canton, Dalton, and Gainesville will also be closed.

We look forward to resuming all our services to the public as normal on Tuesday, January 20th.

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Estaremos CERRADO el lunes 19 de enero de 2026, por la celebración nacional del Día de Martin Luther King, Jr.

La oficina del Distrito de Salud del Norte de Georgia, los departamentos de salud, las oficinas de salud ambiental, el programa WIC y todos los demás programas y servicios de salud pública en los condados de Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens y Whitfield estarán cerrados en respetuoso honor de este día.

Las clínicas Living Bridge Center en Canton, Dalton y Gainesville también estarán cerradas.

Esperamos reanudar todos nuestros servicios al público con normalidad el martes 20 de enero.

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Cervical Cancer: Awareness Saves Lives

Written by: Jennifer King
Category: Press Room

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Early detection and prevention save lives. Regular screenings and awareness are key to reducing cervical cancer risk—and you have the power to take action.

Learn more about prevention, screening, and *locally available resources for those who are eligible through the Georgia Department of Pubic Health's Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP).

From the Georgia Department of Public Health:

Breast and Cervical Cancer

DPH Women and Children Service Finder graphicBreast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States—1 in 8 women will get breast cancer in their lifetime. Early detection gives a woman her best chance for survival. Early-stage cervical cancer generally produces no signs or symptoms. Cervical cancer can be successfully prevented and treated if detected early through screening.

Women can protect themselves against breast and cervical cancer by asking their healthcare provider about three simple tests:

  • Mammogram: An X-ray of the breast that can detect tumors.
  • Pap Smears: A test that looks for unusual cell changes on the cervix that may become cancerous if not treated appropriately.
  • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test: A screening test that looks for the presence of HPV, the virus that can cause cervical cancer.

The Georgia Department of Public Health provides breast and cervical cancer screening, diagnostic services, and referral to treatment as medically indicated to uninsured and underinsured women residing in Georgia.

Eligibility

The Breast and Cervical Cancer Program provides cancer screening services at no or low cost. You may qualify for program services if you are:

  • A Georgia resident who meets the income criteria
  • Uninsured or underinsured
  • Ages 40-64 (breast services)
  • Ages 21-64 or 65 and older if not enrolled in Medicare Part B (cervical services)

Services

Services provided by the Georgia Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP) include:

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  1. Flu Vaccines Still Available in North Georgia!
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  4. Christmas Holiday Closure
  5. PICKENS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TEMPORARILY CLOSED
  6. Whitfield County Health Department REOPENS Thursday, Dec. 4th!
  7. Whitfield County Health Department CLOSED Wed., Dec. 3rd
  8. 11th Annual “Express Your SuperPower” 5K/10K Celebrated Strength, Community, and the Power of Giving!
  9. Closed for Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11th
  10. Seven Safety Tips for a Happy, Healthy Halloween!

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