Welcome to District 3-1, Cobb & Douglas Public Health

Welcome to Cobb & Douglas Public Health! We are dedicated to promoting and protecting the safety and health of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties.

For information about the Georgia Department of Community Health, Division of Public Health, visit their website.

8/30/10
Animals Test Positive for West Nive Virus in Cobb County

Two animals have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Cobb County. In light of these recent cases, Cobb & Douglas Public Health officials want to remind residents to take the necessary measures to protect themselves and their families from WNV. Read more...

7/28/10
Do you know that you are at risk for these diseases??

The odds are against you... At least 50 percent of sexually active people will get genital HPV and most won't know they have it. Read more...

7/21/10
Don't Wait to Get Back-to-School Immunizations

Georgia law requires children attending daycare or school to be protected from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. Cobb & Douglas Public Health offer vaccines to protect children and prepare them for school at clinics throughout both counties. Read more...

6/30/10
Fee Increase for Birth and Death Certificates

Effective July 1st, 2010, the fee for birth and death certificates will be $25.00. Read more...

6/15/10
Tips for preventing heat-related illness

The best defense is prevention. Here are some prevention tips: Read more...

5/17/10
CDPH officials urge residents to take steps to prevent, control rabies

In response to two recent rabid animal exposures in Cobb County, Cobb & Douglas Public Health officials are encouraging individuals to take immediate steps to reduce contact with infected animals. Read more...