About Us
About GNR Health
GNR Public Health serves the residents of Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale counties by promoting and protecting their health and well-being.
We proudly provide a wide range of services addressing all public health aspects. From health services to disease prevention and monitoring to health education and emergency response to community education and outreach, our dedicated team works tirelessly with healthcare providers, local partners, and the community to ensure the people who live and work in Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale counties stay healthy, protected, and prepared.
Here are just a few of the essential services GNR Public Health provides:
Health Clinics
Our health centers provide necessary health services to adults and children, including immunizations, health screenings, lab testing, and more. Services are provided at an affordable cost or no cost to individuals who qualify, regardless of insurance or immigration status.
Vaccines
We offer comprehensive immunization services to adults and children, protecting individuals against vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, and influenza. In addition, we provide immunization records for school admission and offer vaccine services for individuals traveling outside of the country.
Disease Monitoring
Our experienced epidemiologists and public health professionals monitor, investigate, and control the spread of infectious diseases. We work closely with healthcare providers, labs, and community partners to identify outbreaks, provide education, and implement interventions to prevent further transmission.
Environmental Health Inspections
Our environmental health team protects the community’s health by ensuring thousands of community businesses and facilities meet required Federal, State, and Local health and safety regulations. Our department routinely inspects restaurants, swimming pools, septic systems, travel accommodations such as hotels and motels, and body art artists and studios in Gwinnett, Newton. and Rockdale counties.
Health Education and Promotion
We are committed to empowering residents with the knowledge and resources needed to make informed decisions about their health. Through community workshops, seminars, and health campaigns, we raise awareness on various topics, including nutrition, safe sex practices, smoking cessation, adolescent health, and more.
Mobile Services
In addition to providing low- or no-cost health services at our health centers, our fleet of mobile vehicles brings health department services to places people live, work and play in Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale counties.
Find us in the community at health fairs, community festivals and events, employers, schools, places of worship, private events and more, year round.
Our experienced and knowledgeable public health professionals are available to educate the community on topics related to public health initiatives too.
If you are a business, school, event organizer or community leader, let us know which health department services we can deliver. Give us a call for more information or request the team today.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
Our WIC program provides nutrition education, counseling, and support to pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and families with limited resources with children under five. We help eligible families access healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and health referrals to promote the well-being of our community and ensure healthy growth for children.
Emergency Preparedness
We play a critical role in emergency preparedness and response. We collaborate with local agencies, healthcare providers, and the community to create plans, conduct drills, and develop strategies for emergencies, safeguarding the health and safety of residents during natural disasters, outbreaks, and other emergencies.
Children's Dental Health Services
We offer preventive dental services to children in specific age groups, including cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments. Our dental team also conducts oral health education programs to promote good oral hygiene practices and reduce dental diseases in our communities.
Services for Children with Special Needs
We play an essential role in supporting families with special needs children. From durable medical equipment to hearing screening, we get families timely services. If needed, we can help coordinate their child’s care up to age 21.
These are just a few services GNR Public Health offers across Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale counties. We remain committed to improving our residents’ health through efficient and comprehensive public health initiatives.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about what we do or our services. We are happy to help.
Community Health Assessment / Community Health Improvement Plans
The community-wide health assessment, which examines the county’s health status, is intended to help shape the collaborative efforts to improve the health of residents.
The community health improvement plan describes how the Health Department and a variety of community partners will work together to improve the health of the population through various projects and programs.
Public Health Accreditation Board
PHAB awards accreditation and reaccreditation to health departments demonstrating commitment to accountability and performance improvement.
Healthy People 2030 Champion Program
Healthy People 2030 Champions are a diverse array of public and private organizations that impact health outcomes at the state, tribal, and local level. This can include governmental and non-governmental organizations, nonprofits, businesses, academic organizations, and philanthropic organizations.
These organizations are committed to working toward Healthy People’s overarching goals and objectives in their communities or service areas.
See the health of our community
We all want our communities to thrive and have good health, and we know we can be successful if we work collectively toward those goals. Collaboration and supporting our relationships with local leaders, organizations, and community members are crucial to that mission. With this dashboard, we hope to help you better navigate, understand, and communicate about public health so we can come together and make a positive impact across the district.
