The Chatham County Health Department will offer two FREE school screening clinics on July 20 and 27. The eye, ear, dental, and nutrition screenings are required for all students entering a Georgia school for the first time.
“We know parents have a lot of things on their to-do list as we get closer to the start of school, and a lot of expenses, too,” said Dr. Sierra Peebles, Nurse Manager of the Chatham County Health Department. “With these two free clinics, we hope to take some of the financial burden off parents while still making sure kids are healthy and ready to learn when school begins.”
The school screening clinics are open to all children attending school in Georgia for the first time, regardless of their grade level. The mandatory screenings typically cost $30, but for these two days only, the screenings are free. The screening clinics will be held at the health department at 1395 Eisenhower Drive at the following dates and times. No appointment is needed.
- July 20, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- July 27, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Immunizations will also be provided during these events but will not be free. However, most insurance is accepted, and there are low-cost immunization options for individuals without insurance coverage.
All other screening and immunization visits require an appointment and must be scheduled by calling the Chatham County Health Department at 912-356-2441.
