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October 16, 2026

Free Breast Cancer Screenings Offered Today At Chattooga County Health Department

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The Chattooga County Health Department is hosting a special breast cancer awareness event today, Friday, October 16, offering free breast exams and information about breast cancer screening to eligible women in the community.

October 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Health Department Hosting Breast Cancer Awareness Event Friday

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The Chattooga County Health Department will host a special Breast Cancer Awareness event this Friday, October 16, as part of activities recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The event will take place from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Chattooga County Health Department, located at 60 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Attendees will have access to a variety of resources and services, including breast exams for those who choose to receive one, assistance with mammogram paperwork and information about scheduling a mammogram.

The event will also feature goody bags, a limited number of breast cancer awareness T-shirts and light refreshments.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed each October to encourage awareness of the disease and the importance of regular screenings and early detection.

Health officials encourage area residents to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about breast health and available screening resources.

For additional information about Friday’s event, contact the Chattooga County Health Department at 706-857-3471.

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Community Health Fair Set For Friday In Summerville

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A Community Health Fair will be held this Friday evening in Summerville, offering free health screenings, food and health information to area residents.

The event will take place Friday, September 18, from 6 until 8 PM at the Fairway Recreation Center, 81 Senior Drive in Summerville.

The health fair is being presented by the Summerville Seventh-day Adventist Church and will feature Dr. Thomas Jackson, who will share information drawn from 48 years of gospel-medical missionary work. Topics will include managing diabetes and high blood pressure.

The evening will include free health screenings, an informative health seminar, an interactive health fair, complimentary food, music and giveaways.

Organizers say seating is limited and an RSVP is required. Those interested in attending may contact Christie Williams at 706-859-1140.

The event is designed to provide practical health information while giving local residents an opportunity to learn more about taking charge of their health.

June 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Annual Health Initiative For Men And Women Planned For August In Rome

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The Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition and the 100 Black Men of Rome-Northwest Georgia are encouraging residents across Northwest Georgia to make plans now to attend the 24th Annual Health Initiative for Men and Women on Saturday, August 15.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Armuchee Teacher Turns Survival Story Into Mission To Encourage Blood Donations

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An Armuchee Elementary School teacher who survived a life-changing crash is now using her story to encourage others to donate blood.

April 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Health Fair Set For Next Saturday

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Community members are encouraged to make plans now to attend the 2nd Annual Chattooga County Health Fair, coming up one week from today on Saturday, April 18.