Fulton County Board of Health hosts event to honor women
ATLANTA - The Fulton County Board of Health’s Community Outreach Department held a women’s empowerment event to honor the special ladies in our lives. “Women’s Empowerment Day” was held Tuesday, July 28 at our Oak Hill location. The goal was to honor women,...
City of Atlanta partners with Fulton County Board of Health on “Make Atlanta Your Own Gym” Campaign
ATLANTA, GA - The City of Atlanta, in partnership with the Fulton County Board of Health and a growing network of healthcare, academic, and community organizations, proudly announces the launch of Make Atlanta Your Own Gym (MAYOG), a citywide physical activity...
Fulton County Environmental Health Deputy Director discusses West Nile virus
It's mosquito season, and with that comes the threat of mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus. Recently, Fulton County Environmental Health Deputy Director Chris Kumnick spoke with Fulton County Government Television about the dangers of West Nile and how...
WIC Breastfeeding Support Group in Honor of World Breastfeeding Week
Prioritize breastfeeding and create a sustainable support system through the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program! Join us Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM for bingo and other activities. The event will be held at the Adamsville Regional Health...
Georgia Faces Growing Heat Risks: Know the Signs and Stay Safe
As temperatures continue to rise across Georgia, public health officials are encouraging residents to take precautions against extreme heat and heat-related illnesses. Extreme heat is defined as temperatures reaching 90°F or higher for two or more consecutive days....
APEC Learning Summer Camp at Wolf Creek Elementary School
What a great day at the APEC Learning Summer Camp at Wolf Creek Elementary School! From proper helmet fittings to hands-on bicycle and pedestrian safety activities, children learned simple ways to help keep themselves safe while riding bikes, scooters, and more. Thank...
Protect Yourself and Your Family From Cyclosporiasis
Take Precautions When Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging Georgians to take extra precautions when purchasing, preparing, and consuming fresh fruits and vegetables to help prevent...
Mosquito trap in Atlanta tests positive for West Nile virus
ATLANTA – Fulton County Board of Health (FCBOH) Environmental Health mosquito control staff recovered positive mosquito samples for West Nile virus from a trap at a location within the county. The positive test result was reported in the Grant Park area of East...
Fulton County Board of Health to Hold Quarterly Meeting
WHO: Fulton County Board of Health WHAT: The Fulton County Board of Health will hold its quarterly meeting at our facility in Alpharetta. The meeting agenda is available at: https://fultoncountyboh.com/about/board-of-health-meetings-leadership/. ...
Celebrate the Nation’s 250th Birthday
ATLANTA –The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) wants it to be a safe and healthy 4th of July for all Georgians and visitors to the state. Temperatures will be in the low to mid-90s, so be sure to stay well hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to the heat. At...