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Georgia's top officials are warning Georgians to be on the lookout for scams related to the coronavirus. As with any tragedy or event that grabs headlines, there is always a risk of bad actors taking advantage of a serious situation.

Georgia officials warn against coronavirus scams

by Thom ChandlerMarch 5, 2020March 5, 2020

The Gist: The spread of coronavirus in the United States has prompted action from the U.S. House of Representatives to the tune of about $8.3 billion. Wednesday, the House passed a resolution that would fund relief to those potentially impacted by the virus.

What is the government doing about coronavirus?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 4, 2020March 4, 2020

News that coronavirus has spread to Georgia and two cases have been confirmed in Fulton County have raised concerns statewide.

Coronavirus: Are Georgia’s public schools safe to attend?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 4, 2020March 4, 2020

The outbreak of new coronavirus at a Washington state nursing home reflects a heightened risk for infections of residents and staff at long-term care facilities.

Georgia nursing homes are taking steps to prevent coronavirus deaths

by Andy Miller | GHNMarch 3, 2020August 12, 2020

In response to the announcement that two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Georgia, Atlanta's Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms made public the city's ongoing preparations to the health threats posed by coronavirus.

Here’s what Atlanta is doing to respond to coronavirus

by Thom ChandlerMarch 3, 2020September 24, 2023

New details have emerged about the two confirmed cases of coronavirus in Georgia. While specifics about the two cases are not being released due to privacy conerns, Fulton County officials were able to give some new information about the cases in Georgia.

Coronavirus in Georgia: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 3, 2020September 24, 2023

HALL COUNTY -- In response to the spread of coronavirus nationwide, the Hall County School District is requiring all students who have traveled outside the United States within the past 14 days to call their schools for guidance prior to coming to school or participating in school sponsored activities.

Hall County School system asks students who have traveled outside the U.S. in the last 2 weeks to call before attending

by Thom ChandlerMarch 3, 2020March 3, 2020

Now that two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Fulton County, Georgians are scrambling to get as much information as they can on the virus. State officials and representatives are also working to supply information to residents as quickly as possible.

Georgia Congresswoman releases web page of coronavirus resources

by Thom ChandlerMarch 3, 2020September 24, 2023

Two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Georgia.

Coronavirus, Your Family

Coronavirus has spread to Georgia

by Thom ChandlerMarch 2, 2020March 5, 2020

Coronavirus has claimed its first victim in the United States. Washington state health officials have confirmed the first death from coronavirus occurred in the Seattle area. More information on the victim is expected to be released this afternoon.

Coronavirus, National

First coronavirus death confirmed in the U.S.

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 29, 2020March 3, 2020

Gov. Brian Kemp named an 18-member task force Friday to handle Georgia’s response to the coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus, Your Family

Meet Georgia’s coronavirus task force

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 29, 2020August 12, 2020

The Georgia Department of Public Health says it is working closely with the CDC, and state partners to prepare for a potential outbreak of coronavirus in the U.S., including Georgia. The goal is to quickly identify cases of coronavirus and take the appropriate public health action to reduce its spread and protect the general public.

Coronavirus, Your Family

Here’s what Georgia is doing to prepare for a coronavirus outbreak

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 27, 2020September 24, 2023

A Georgia couple has tested positive for Coronavirus while onboard a cruise ship in Tokyo, Japan.

Coronavirus, Your Family

Georgia couple tests positive for Coronavirus

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 12, 2020March 3, 2020

The coronavirus has spread from person-to-person in the United States for the first time since it was reported in Wuhan, China last month. The new case spread between two people in Illinois.

Coronavirus, National

The coronavirus has spread person-to-person for the first time in the U.S.

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 30, 2020March 3, 2020

The Georgia Department of Public Health said in a news release Friday that is closely monitoring the outbreak of coronavirus occurring in China and regularly coordinating with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The department has not confirmed any new coronavirus cases to date, however the situation could change.

Coronavirus, Your Family

What is Georgia doing to prevent Coronavirus?

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 24, 2020September 24, 2023