Immunizations
We offer a wide variety of immunizations for all ages, including those required to attend child care or school. Appointments are preferred. Walk-ins are welcome. Vaccines for international travel are also available. Appointments are required. For information or to make an appointment, call (404) 294-3700. Routine Vaccines The following routine vaccines are available: COVID-19 […]
Stay Healthy for the Holidays
Vaccination is Your Best Protection Against Serious Illness
Board of Health to Host Passport to Health and Wellness Festival, Vaccination Event This Saturday
DECATUR, Ga. – Winter is Coming! While the euphemism may have an entirely different meaning for fans of the “Game of Thrones” television series, for DeKalb health officials, now is the time to for everyone to prepare to combat the spread of influenza, COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses, that increase during the fall and winter […]
Widespread Flu Activity in Georgia
Protect Yourself and Prevent the Spread of Flu ATLANTA – If you have not gotten a flu shot yet, do not wait any longer. Flu activity is already widespread in Georgia – earlier than we’ve seen in recent years. “Every individual over the age of six months should get a flu vaccine – not just […]
DeKalb Health Centers Gear Up for Back-to-School Season with Combined Clinics and Extended Hours
DECATUR, Ga. – It’s almost that time! In the coming weeks, the school bell will ring once again for students in DeKalb County, with the City Schools of Decatur starting Aug. 2 and the DeKalb County School District starting Aug. 8. Beginning Mon., July 25, the DeKalb County Board of Health will kick off the […]
Board of Health to Host Week-Long Health Fair, Speaker Series for Black History Month
DECATUR, Ga. – To honor Black History Month, the DeKalb County Board of Health will host a week-long series of events from Mon. Feb. 21 through Fri. Feb. 25, including in-person activities at the T.O. Vinson Health Center, located at 440 Winn Way in Decatur and a virtual speaker series. Staffed informational tables promoting the Board […]
Health Centers to Close for Required Staff Training Next Friday Afternoon
DECATUR, Ga. – Due to required trainings for nursing staff, the DeKalb County Board of Health’s regional health centers will be closed on Fri., Jan. 28, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., except for WIC, Dental, COVID vaccinations, and other non-clinical services. Clients previously scheduled for appointments have been rescheduled. COVID-19 vaccinations will be available at the […]
Board of Health to Host Virtual Webinar, Encourages Flu Shots for National Influenza Vaccination Week
DECATUR, Ga. – The holidays are almost here, which means family gatherings and holiday parties. Keep yourself and your family healthy and safe this holiday season by getting your yearly flu vaccine. National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is December 5-11 and the DeKalb County Board of Health encourages everyone ages six months and older to get […]
Doraville MARTA Vaccination Site Closing Saturday for Buford Highway Event
DECATUR, Ga. – The DeKalb County Board of Health’s Doraville MARTA station vaccination site, located at 6000 New Peachtree Rd. in Doraville, will be closed on Saturday, Dec. 4. The closure is necessary to provide staff for a COVID-19 vaccination event on Saturday Dec. 4, at the former Doraville K-Mart site, located at 5597 Buford Hwy. […]
Celebrate the Holidays Safely with Family and Friends
Follow COVID-19 and Flu Prevention Measures Atlanta – The COVID vaccine has helped make celebrating upcoming holidays together with family and friends possible again. To keep yourself and your loved ones safe, the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) urges all Georgians to plan ahead and take steps to reduce risk of exposure to COVID-19 and […]
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