Ask The Doc! Commonly Asked Questions

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This week, Dr. William Whaley answers the commonly asked questions he gets asked every day regarding Covid-19. Dr. Whaley says how long the virus stays on different surfaces. He also describes the cases that have “No Known Exposure.” Meaning these cases can’t be contact traced back to a specific place or person. Dr. Whaley also discusses how long it takes for every virus cell to leave your body. How much progress has been made on the vaccine and what all has to be done in order for it to be released?

https://youtu.be/gVY-sfhfl0M

 

Health Department offering back to school vaccinations

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GAINESVILLE, GA – District 2 Public Health reminds all parents that now is a good time to get those required school vaccinations. With the challenges and uncertainty that we face with Covid-19, it can be easy to forget about school and necessary vaccines for your child (or children).

Kids need pencils, paper, and other supplies for school. Just as important, children entering kindergarten, middle school, and high school are required to have certain vaccinations and not all children are up-to-date on their shots. To help ensure all children get their vaccines, District 2 Health Departments will hold special clinics for school immunizations at certain locations on these dates:

July 13 – 17                Dawson, Habersham, Union, and White Counties

Seventh-grade vaccines: Monday and Thursday                                 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Kindergarten and Pre-school:  Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday                8:00 am to 5:00 pm

 

July 20 – 24               Hall, Lumpkin, Rabun, Franklin, and Towns Counties

Seventh-grade vaccines: Monday and Thursday                                 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Kindergarten and Pre-school: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday                8:00 am to 5:00 pm

 

July 27 – 31                Banks, Forsyth, Hart, and Stephens

Seventh-grade vaccines: Monday and Thursday                                 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Kindergarten and Pre-School: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday                 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Vaccinations are by appointment only to help protect the health of our customers. Please observe social distancing and wear a mask when coming for your appointment.

 

 

 

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