Year end drug seizures by Atlanta agents show continued rise in deadly pills
Nationally, synthetic opioids, primarily fentanyl, now cause more overdose deaths than any other illicit drug. Synthetics are substances created in a lab that trigger...
Researchers expect FDA to approve a twice-yearly shot that reduces risk of HIV infection...
Despite the availability of two highly effective oral medications approved for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PReP), almost half of new HIV infections in the United States...
Lawmakers seek federal probe of Georgia’s Medicaid program
U.S. Sens. Raphael Warnock, Jon Ossoff, and the Senate Finance Committee chairman are asking the federal government to investigate what they consider excessive spending...
As flu cases rise in Georgia, CDC reminds ‘it’s not too late’ for annual...
The Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 1.9 million people have experienced flu-like illnesses so far this season, with 970 deaths and...
USDA launches national testing of milk from dairy farms to track bird flu outbreak
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday it will require dairy farms to share samples of unpasteurized milk when requested,...
Georgia’s work requirement slows processing of applications for Medicaid, food stamps
ATLANTA — Deegant Adhvaryu completed his parents’ applications for Medicaid and food benefits in June. Then the waiting and frustration began.
In July, his parents,...
Biden administration unveils plan to cover weight loss meds under Medicare, Medicaid
WASHINGTON (States Newsroom) — The Biden administration announced Tuesday it’s reinterpreting federal law to allow Medicare and Medicaid patients access to anti-obesity medications to...
Report: Georgia policymakers must increase access to early screening for lung cancer to save...
In Georgia, health care plans must cover biomarker testing for lung cancer. The state policy has contributed to a 26% increase nationally in the...
Stephens County Hospital earns stroke care recognition
Stephens County Hospital has been recognized for its excellence in stroke care by the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Office of EMS and Trauma....
Georgia lawmakers study ways AI is reshaping the way hospitals provide care ahead of...
(Georgia Recorder) — Some of your doctor’s intelligence might not be inside his or her brain.
That’s what members of Georgia House and Senate committees...
Georgia medical marijuana advocates react to changes affecting card holders
The Georgia Department of Public Health has rolled out several changes to the process of receiving medical cannabis cards.
The DPH will increase the cost...
Cooking school teaches food preparation for diabetics
Right Bite Diabetes Cooking School teaches the "right" way to select and prepare food for people affected by diabetes. Whether it is for you...