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Announcing COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Children and Teens

Currently, the circulating variants of the Covid-19 virus are relatively mild and typically result in symptoms similar to a prolonged summer cold. However, like all viruses, Covid-19 affects all people differently. The Covid-19 virus can make those who are immune-compromised, including the elderly and some children, very ill for prolonged periods. Reducing the risk of infection is most important for these individuals because they are also at greater risk for lingering or long-term health problems.

Moultrie County Health Department2022-07-19T14:10:15-05:00July 20, 2022|

The Infant Formula Shortage: Information and Resources

As the infant formula shortage continues in the US, many families are struggling to access the products they rely on to feed their babies. The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD) wants our local families and residents to be aware of available resources.

Moultrie County Health Department2024-04-03T17:26:16-05:00June 6, 2022|

Lead Poisoning: Why Are Children at Greater Risk?

When we protect our children from lead exposure, we protect them from the adverse effects that can stay with them for a lifetime. Read more here to learn about preventing lead exposure and the availability of lead screening and testing.

Moultrie County Health Department2022-04-25T12:49:26-05:00April 7, 2022|

National Public Health Week and Moultrie County

The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD) is proud to support National Public Health Week (April 4-10, 2022). The 2022 theme is “Public Health Is Where You Are.”

Moultrie County Health Department2024-04-03T17:23:08-05:00April 5, 2022|

WIC Participants Survey Now Available!

The WIC annual participant survey is available online in English and Spanish.We would love your feedback! Please share what we are doing well, and what we can do better. Please use our agency’s survey link below to share your feedback.

Moultrie County Health Department2024-04-03T17:20:53-05:00October 27, 2021|

Schedule Your WIC Appointment

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - Noon & 1-4pm

Moultrie County Health Department2024-04-03T17:18:53-05:00April 21, 2021|

Violence Prevention and Support Resources

Sharing resources with everyone helps prevent violence in our communities.

Moultrie County Health Department2022-01-21T10:54:06-06:00December 3, 2020|

WIC Farmer’s Market Program

The Moultrie County Health Department is pleased to announce the arrival of WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) in Moultrie County! The WIC FMNP was established by Congress in 1992, to provide fresh, unprepared, locally grown fruits and vegetables to WIC participants, and to expand the awareness, use of, and sales at farmers’ markets. Pregnant & Breastfeeding women and children one year and older who are certified to receive WIC program benefits or who are on a waiting list for WIC certification are eligible to participate in the WIC FMNP. A variety of fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits,

Moultrie County Health Department2024-04-05T17:55:42-05:00June 29, 2018|

Family Case Management (FCM) Program

The Moultrie County Health Department (FCM) Program operates in conjunction with the WIC program to identify and meet additional needs of families with pregnant women, infants and children. The FCM program assists families in identifying and addressing medical, financial, and social needs and services.

Moultrie County Health Department2024-04-03T17:22:09-05:00June 29, 2018|

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program

The Moultrie County Health Department WIC program is a supplemental nutrition program which serves to enhance the health and well-being of pregnant women, infants, and children through the age of five years. The WIC program provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and food instruments to enrolled clients. The Moultrie County Health Department also provides confidential pregnancy testing and assistance with the initiation of medical care.

Moultrie County Health Department2024-04-03T17:21:02-05:00June 29, 2018|