COVID-19 Testing Over the Holidays
We hope you have a healthy and safe holiday! Remember, this is still the season for many respiratory illnesses in our community, including COVID-19. If you need a free COVID-19 test kit, we have made them available at different fire stations in our communities. They’ll be available for pickup from Thursday, Nov. 24, through Sunday, […]
Thanksgiving Hours
All health centers will be closed on Thursday, November 24th, and Friday, November 25th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Let’s Talk Turkey!
Five Happy & Healthy Thanksgiving Tips! The holidays are a wonderful time of year, filled with friends and family celebrations. Ensure your loved ones stay healthy throughout the holidays with these food safety guidelines: Keep your hands, cooking area, and dishes clean. Wash your hands before and after handling food. Keep your kitchen, dishes, […]
COVID-19 Vaccine/Booster Incentive Event – Nov. 13
Appointments are full GNR Public Health and Gwinnett County have partnered to increase COVID-19 vaccinations and booster uptake with a $100 gift card incentive. On Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, from 12 pm to 5 pm, the vaccination site at Gwinnett Place Mall in the former Sears building will open for over 400 appointments for […]
Health Centers and Offices Closed Monday, October 10th
GNR Public Health’s offices and health centers will be closed on Monday, October 10th for the observance of the national holiday. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, October 12th.
Health Centers and Offices Closed Friday, September 23 for Training
GNR Public Health offices and health centers are closed Friday, September 23 for off-site training. We will resume regular business hours on Monday, September 26.
Mpox Vaccine Availability
The Georgia Department of Public Health has launched an online, centralized scheduling tool and helpline to locate and make appointments for Mpox (monkeypox) vaccine. By visiting this portal, you can search for Mpox vaccine availability across the state, including our locations. Schedule a Mpox vaccine appointment *Please note, GNR Public Health does not […]
National Immunization Awareness Month
Information contributed by National Immunization Awareness Month Toolkit: August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). This annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life. You have the power to protect yourself and your family against serious diseases (like whooping cough, cancers caused by HPV, and pneumonia) through on-time vaccination. During NIAM, […]
Introducing GNR Public Health
GNR Public Health is now the official name for the three-county public health district covering Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale counties. The rebrand comes after two years of leading the charge against the COVID-19 pandemic in these communities. “We felt now was an excellent time to create a more visually appealing and recognizable brand,” said Dr. […]
State Holiday Closure
Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale County Health Departments’ district office, health centers, COVID-19 testing sites and COVID-19 vaccination sites will all be closed in observance of the holiday on Monday, June 20. If you are in need of COVID-19 testing, please check these resources: http://COVIDCareGa.com https://dph.georgia.gov/castlight-location-finder We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, June […]