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A quarter of U.S. adults give the nation’s physical health a failing grade, according to a new survey.

Sick of the System: Americans Blame Health Care for Nation’s Health Decline

by Talker ResearchMay 15, 2025May 15, 2025

The Fulton County Board of Health this week laid off 17 workers, including those focused on HIV and sexual health services, apparently without the approval of the state Department of Public Health.

Why Did Fulton County Lay Off 17 Health Workers? Officials Won’t Say

by Rebecca Grapevine | HealthbeatMay 29, 2025May 29, 2025

Cancer care is hard to come by in rural Georgia, as the medical payments system squeezes smaller service providers amid traditional challenges such as rising costs and inadequate transportation, state lawmakers learned Thursday.

‘A Moment of Crisis:’ Georgia Has Higher Cancer Rates Than The National Average

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatMay 29, 2025May 29, 2025

Jennifer Porter is racing against time to raise funds for her family's housing deposit. Her partner Adam's sudden illness eliminated their primary income source. According to Porter's GoFundMe campaign, Adam's kidney function dropped to just two percent over the past two months. He also suffered a blood clot in his lung and broke his arm in a workplace accident.

Sudden Illness Threatens Homelessness: Why This Georgia Family’s Story Could Be Yours

by B.T. ClarkJune 8, 2025June 8, 2025

The wide-open race for governor of Georgia in the next election will have Democrats attacking Republicans on access to health care and other quality of life issues, as a fourth Democrat enters the race.

What Will The Candidates for Georgia Governor Do About Health Care?

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatJune 9, 2025

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Congress Is Pushing for a Medicaid Work Requirement. Here’s What Happened When Georgia Tried It.

by Margaret Coker | The CurrentJune 27, 2025June 27, 2025

In recent years, a troubling health trend has emerged in the mountains and foothills of Northeast Georgia. Counties including Union, Lumpkin, Hall, White, Habersham, and Rabun have reported thyroid cancer rates that are approximately double—and in some cases even higher—than the national average. This spike has raised concerns among residents and public health officials alike, prompting investigations into potential causes and preventative measures.

What's Causing Northeast Georgia's Spike in Thyroid Cancer?

by B.T. ClarkJuly 3, 2025July 3, 2025

About 66,000 Georgians will get cancer this year, and 19,000 of them will die.

What Will Georgia Lawmakers Do to Curb Cancer Rates in Georgia?

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatJuly 9, 2025

Georgians face some of the nation's worst health care challenges, with the state ranking 48th overall in a new national study examining cost, access and quality of medical services.

Health Care in Georgia is Abysmal. Do You Care?

by B.T. ClarkJuly 28, 2025July 28, 2025