Columbus Department
of Public Health

Mission Statement

Recognizing the ever changing complexity of the health care community, Columbus Health Department and West Central Health District exist as resources to ensue an environment where all people can obtain health care services and attain optimum health and well-being by valuing themselves, by valuing others, and by caring. Read more >>

Get Checked (Women) Tip Sheet

Getting regular check-ups and preventive screening tests are among the most important things you can do for yourself. Take time to review these guidelines for screening tests. Read more >>

Our Stars

Read Our Stars, a newsletter about the employees of the West Central Health District. View .pdf. >>

Hurricane Season

With the start of the hurricane season upon us, the Georgia Department of Human Resources (DHR) is urging residents, especially those in hurricane prone regions, to start preparing in case an emergency hits home.

“When you prepare for hurricanes, you prepare for several events in one” said Dr. Stuart Brown, director of DHR’s Division of Public Health. “By taking small actions such us stocking extra water and non-perishable goods, noting emergency numbers ahead of time, and having an evacuation plan for your family, Georgians can improve their ability to respond to and manage the stress and disruption of a hurricane or any emergency.”

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West Central Health District Medical Reserve Corps (WCHDMRC)

How will you respond when disaster strikes? By joining the West Central Health District Medical Reserve Corp (CVRMRC), you could be working alongside professionals to help those most in need.
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Restaurant Inspections

Find the most recent food service establishment inspection reports of your favorite restaurants. Read more >>

Summer Newsletter

Read news about the West Central Health District and learn more about maintaining your health and safety in our Summer Newsletter. View .pdf

Criteria for Flu Shots is Extended

Since the onset, duration and severity of flu season is unpredictable, and different types of strains if influenza circulates throughout flu season the West Central Health District has expanded the groups of people recommended to receive the vaccine, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Currently, doses are available to anyone who would like to receive the vaccine. It will be a first come, first serve basis during normal business hours.
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