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These Georgia Counties Have The Most Sexually Transmitted Infections

by StackerMarch 25, 2024March 25, 2024

A plan by state Senate Democrats and some Republicans to fully expand Medicaid coverage in Georgia was shot down Thursday by the narrowest margin – a tie vote in a Senate committee.

Georgia Senate narrowly rejects Medicaid expansion

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024

COVID-19 most likely originated in a lab, a new study has concluded.

Did COVID-19 Come From The Wuhan Lab? New Research Reveals it Most Likely Had An ‘Unnatural’ Origin

by Imogen Howse | SWNSMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

The modern workplace can be a double-edged sword. While it offers opportunities and achievements, it can also lead to a downward health spiral. This decline stems from work overload and burnout, a consequence of prolonged exposure to excessive stress and workloads. This isn't just feeling tired; it's a deterioration of both physical and mental health.

How Work-Related Burnout Impacts Your Body

by Special to The Georgia SunMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

“School settings and university settings are high-risk areas for flu and other respiratory viruses as well,” she said.

Spring Brings Decline of Respiratory Viruses in Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 12, 2024March 12, 2024

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Georgia House passes bill to support first responders with PTSD

by Thom ChandlerMarch 4, 2024March 4, 2024

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Health, Newsflash

Rabies Alert: Auburn Resident Bitten by Rabid Cat

by Thom ChandlerMarch 1, 2024March 1, 2024

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Health, Newsflash

All 159 Georgia Counties Unite to Urge Brian Kemp to Reform Mental Health

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 29, 2024February 29, 2024

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5 Options You Have to Get Health Insurance If You Missed Open Enrollment

by Special to The Georgia SunFebruary 28, 2024February 28, 2024

📚 The Gist: The University of West Georgia has unveiled a mobile health clinic, designed to provide preventative wellness care and education to underserved communities around Carrollton while offering students valuable experiential learning opportunities.

A Mobile Health Clinic is Available in West Georgia

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2024February 21, 2024

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Poor Health: How is Georgia Addressing The State’s Mental Health Woes?

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 16, 2024January 15, 2025

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Lawrenceville on Alert: Rabid Raccoon Bites Dog

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 14, 2024February 14, 2024

The state of Georgia and the federal government remain at loggerheads over Gov. Brian Kemp’s limited expansion of the state’s Medicaid program.

Georgia Sues Federal Government Over Medicaid Expansion

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 4, 2024February 4, 2024

🚑 The Gist: Georgia faces critical healthcare challenges, ranking as the worst state for healthcare in a comprehensive Forbes assessment.

Poor Health: Georgia Named Worst State for Healthcare

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 29, 2024January 15, 2025

🌍 In Context: Georgia faces significant challenges in maternal and infant health, with increased maternal health issues like heart disease and pre-eclampsia. These bills are a response to these growing concerns, aiming to enhance the health and safety of mothers and infants.

Georgia’s Bold Move for Maternal Health: Lawmaker Spearheads Vital Legislation

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 26, 2024January 26, 2024

The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed a case of measles in metro Atlanta, the first since 2020.

Measles in Georgia? What We Know

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderJanuary 22, 2024

💧 The Gist: The boil water advisory affecting parts of south Cobb County has been lifted following negative bacteria tests, signaling safe water consumption.

Cobb County’s Water Is Safe Again: Boil Water Advisory Lifted

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 20, 2024January 20, 2024

📌 The Gist: A 36" water main break in south Cobb County has led to a boil water advisory affecting several cities, including Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, and parts of Marietta and Smyrna.

Boil Water Advisory Issued in Cobb County: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 19, 2024January 19, 2024

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