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raccoon, portrait, wildlife

Another raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerApril 20, 2023

Here's what registered dietitians say.

If You’re Going To Put Creamer in Your Coffee, This Is What Dietitians Say You Should Add

by Emily LaurenceApril 18, 2023April 18, 2023

Testing Blood Pressure - Closeup

This Is the #1 Thing You Can Do To Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure Over 50, According to Cardiologists

by Emily LaurenceApril 14, 2023April 14, 2023

If you're looking for a little movement, here's what to do.

This Is the #1 Drink To Help You Poop, According to GI Docs

by Erica SweeneyApril 14, 2023April 14, 2023

ATLANTA – After sailing through the Georgia House of Representatives, a close vote in a Senate committee blocked the progress of a bill aimed at reducing some prescription drug costs for consumers. The “Lowering Prescription Drug Costs for Patients Act” would have passed on prescription drug rebates to some Georgia patients at the cash register.

How small business interests kept you from having lower prescription prices in Georgia

by Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceApril 13, 2023

You'll want to stick to water when swallowing this one.

This Is the One Supplement You Should Stop Taking With Food, According to Experts

by Bobbi DempseyApril 10, 2023February 28, 2025

The United States has been battling a doctor shortage for a few years. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed just how big the problem is. Medical institutions have been warning that there could be a shortage of up to 124,000 primary care physicians and specialty care doctors nationwide within a decade, according to research by the Association of American Medical Colleges.

Here’s how the doctor shortage crisis in Georgia compares to other states

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareApril 4, 2023April 4, 2023

The Gist: A Boil Water Advisory has been announced for some Monroe County water system customers, specifically affecting those residing on Talmadge Road and Boxankle Road. The advisory is expected to last until at least Saturday afternoon, April 1.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Parts of Monroe County

by Thom ChandlerMarch 31, 2023March 31, 2023

Pregnancy is an exciting time for many expectant mothers. But like many other parts of life, it comes with its challenges.

Pain Relief Medications During Pregnancy: Are They Safe?

by Special to The Georgia SunMarch 16, 2023March 16, 2023

The World Health Organization estimates that there are 600 million cases of foodborne illness every year. One way harmful pathogens can enter the food supply is through irrigation water, but researchers are using precision agriculture to create a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to combat the bacteria that makes us sick. And the tool they are using is available to everyone — the sun.

UGA researchers find a surprising tool to combat foodborne illness: The power of the sun

by Jennifer L. Reynolds | CAES NewsFebruary 26, 2023February 26, 2023

The Gist: Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville has been recently verified as a Level I trauma center, making it one of five state-designated Level I trauma centers in Georgia and the fourth nationally-verified Level I trauma center in the state.

Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville is now a level I trauma center

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 24, 2023February 24, 2023

Hospital surgery corridor

Georgia healthcare bill sparks debate among hospital groups and lawmakers

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 21, 2023February 21, 2023

The Gist: State Representatives Todd Jones (R-South Forsyth) and Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur) have introduced House Bill 520 to continue reforming Georgia’s mental health care delivery system and address workforce shortages.

Georgia lawmakers work to revolutionize mental health care in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2023February 21, 2023

Testing Blood Pressure - Closeup

UGA Study: Fewer people are dying from heart disease, with a notable exception

by Leigh Beeson | CAES NewsFebruary 21, 2023February 21, 2023

Georgia’s “tripledemic” — the simultaneous outbreaks of flu, COVID, and respiratory synctical virus (RSV) — is on the decline, state epidemiologist Cherie Drenzek said Wednesday.

Georgia’s ‘Tripledemic’ is Finally on the Decline. Here’s What You Need to Know

by Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 14, 2023February 14, 2023

Nursing is a noble profession, best suited for persons with extraordinary compassion and selflessness. Read our blog on the steps to becoming a registered nurse.

4 Steps To Become A Registered Nurse

by Special to The Georgia SunFebruary 13, 2023February 13, 2023

The poll found 71.4% of Georgians support full Medicaid expansion. Notably, it showed 56.4% of Republicans and 70% of independents favor full Medicaid expansion, indicating broad bipartisan support for the proposal.

Your Family, Education, Health

Georgia residents back big changes: Medicaid expansion and better schools

by Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 5, 2023February 5, 2023

State lawmakers have eased restrictions in Georgia’s certificate of need (CON) law over the years, making it easier for providers to build new health-care facilities or offer new medical services without proving the community needs them.

Georgia lawmakers renew debate over controversial hospital certificate of need law

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 3, 2023February 3, 2023

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