Early County Health Center

The Early County Health Center, located at 618 East Flowers Drive in Blakely, Georgia, is a local government office focused on promoting health and well-being in the community. The center offers a range of services aimed at preventing disease, injury, and disability, as well as preparing for and responding to disasters.

In response to the national public health crisis of opioid misuse, the center provides free access to Narcan, a drug used to counteract the effects of opioid overdose, for individuals 18 and older. Additionally, the center offers resources for COVID-19 testing, vaccine information, and guidance on preventing severe illness.

The Women's Health program at the center includes services such as family planning, perinatal case management, pregnancy-related services, and breast and cervical cancer screening. The center also participates in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), providing nutrition education, breastfeeding support, nutritious foods, and referrals to health and social services at no charge.

Overall, the Early County Health Center is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the community through a variety of services and resources.