2nd Monkeypox Case Confirmed In GA

According to the Georgia Department of Public Health​, the case was detected in a metro Atlanta man with a history of international travel.

Atlanta Residents Raise $100,000 at Fight For Air Climb

Atlanta Residents Raise $100,000 at Fight For Air Climb at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

13,000 Georgia Lives Could Have Been Saved With COVID Vaccines: Study

While 58 percent of Georgians are fully vaccinated, the study shows that about 13,500 lives could have been saved with COVID-19 shots.

First Case Of Monkeypox Confirmed In Georgia: CDC

According to the Georgia Department of Public Health​, the case was detected in a metro Atlanta man with a history of international travel.

Hepatitis Outbreak Linked To Strawberries At These Georgia Stores

The FDA advises shoppers to throw out strawberries sold at these grocery stores in Georgia.

Monkeypox In U.S.: What Georgia Residents Should Know

The health threat people are talking about in Georgia this week isn’t so much COVID-19 but monkeypox. Here's what you should know.

Lung Association Soars to New Heights at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Stair climb event to raise money to end lung disease, COVID-19

Baby Formula Shortages In Georgia: FDA Working ‘Around The Clock’

According to the Georgia Dept. of Public Health​, manufacturers are experiencing supply chain issues, contributing to the formula shortage.

5 Children Dead Amid Severe Hepatitis Outbreak In U.S.: CDC

More than 100 cases of severe hepatitis have been reported in U.S. kids, a sharp increase from the 11 cases reported two weeks ago.

Statewide UAPRN Summit for Healthcare Professionals May 14, 2022

At the event, metro Atlanta healthcare professionals can learn new skills, network with peers and hear topical presentations by experts.

Discover Your Oasis at Woodhouse Spa Buckhead

From a wide variety of facials, therapeutic massage treatments, and mood elevation therapies, discover an oasis at this new luxury spa!

GA Hepatitis Outbreak Causing Liver Disease In Children

Several "suspect cases" of hepatitis in children have been reported to the Georgia Department of Public Health, a spokesperson confirmed.

Planet Fitness To Offer Free Workouts To Georgia High School Students

Georgia teens can work out at Planet Fitness for free May 16 through Aug. 31 as part of the company's High School Summer Pass initiative.

CDC Issues Alert After Several Children Develop Severe Hepatitis

Nine hepatitis cases​ have been reported in Alabama, and two have been identified in North Carolina.

CVS, Target Latest Georgia Stores Limiting Baby Formula Purchases

Walgreens, CVS and Target stores in Georgia are all limiting purchases to three units of infant and toddler formula amid a shortage.

Atlanta Lung Cancer Survivor To Meet with Congress

Deborah Spector will join volunteers from across America to advocate for lung cancer patients everywhere

COVID-19 Subvariant BA.2 Spreads In GA: 5 Things To Know

BA.2 has become the dominant strain in many countries and is considered to be more transmissible. Here's what it means for Georgia.

GA Sees Lowest COVID-19 Positive Numbers Since Summer 2021

Confirmed positive COVID-19 cases have dropped to numbers not seen since before the start of the delta variant surge, state officials say.

2 Years After Pandemic Began, What Do Georgians Think?

Georgia Patch readers weighed in on the most important issues that arose during the past two years of the global coronavirus pandemic.

Living With COVID: What White House Plan Means In Georgia

President Joe Biden unveiled a new COVID plan during his State of the Union. Here is what it means for Georgians.

Atlanta Mask Mandate Lifted; City Eviction Moratorium Remains

Atlanta's citywide mask mandate has been lifted and its eviction moratorium continues for housing sponsored by city agencies.

​CDC Updates COVID Mask Guidelines: What It Means In Georgia

Georgia's positive COVID-19 cases have dropped more than 85 percent in the last month, according to State Public Health Department figures.

77.4 Years The Average Life Expectancy For Georgians: CDC Report

The national average life expectancy is 78.8 years versus 77.4 for Georgians, according to the CDC's National Center for Health Statistics.

4th COVID Shot? Those At-Risk In Georgia May Be Eligible

The CDC recommended that some people with weakened immune systems get a fourth COVID-19 vaccine. Here's what to know in Georgia.

11 Georgia Hospitals Ranked Among 2022’s Best

For a second year, Georgia hospitals make the Healthgrades list which evaluates the top 50, 100 and 250 hospitals in America.

4th COVID Shot? Those At-Risk In Georgia May Be Eligible

The CDC recommended that some people with weakened immune systems get a fourth COVID-19 vaccine. Here's what to know.

Hospital Capacity In Atlanta Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fulton County.

COVID-19 Vaccine Could Be Ready For 5 And Under GA Kids Soon

Pfizer and BioNTech look to have a vaccine ready for GA kids ages 5 and under by the end of February if FDA grants emergency authorization.

Georgia’s Anti-Smoking Efforts Earn Low Marks In New Report

The American Lung Association’s annual State of Tobacco Control report evaluates states on steps taken to eliminate tobacco use.

COVID-19 Omicron Surge Peaks, Cases Drop In Georgia: Analysis

The omicron surge is waning nationwide, giving health experts hope the COVID-19 pandemic is entering a more manageable phase.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Atlanta Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fulton County.

Hospital Capacity In Atlanta Area: See Latest Numbers

Here's an update on how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Fulton County and across GA.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Atlanta Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Fulton County.

Insurance To Cover At-Home COVID Tests: How To Get Them In GA

Families of four in Georgia will be eligible for nearly three dozen free tests per month under the new Biden administration rule.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Atlanta Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fulton County.

Pfizer Boosters For Kids 12-15: What GA Parents Need To Know

The Food and Drug Administration authorization moves boosters for Georgia children ages 12-15 a step closer.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Atlanta Area

Here is updated data on which hospitals are closest to capacity in Fulton County.

National Guard To Be Deployed At GA Hospitals, COVID Test Sites

Gov. Brian Kemp will deploy the Georgia National Guard to hospitals, COVID test sites; he said he will not force businesses to close.

CDC Shortens Isolation, Quarantine Time: What It Means In GA

The CDC shortened COVID isolation and quarantine times after data showed the majority of virus transmission occurs early in the illness.

COVID Hospitalizations Among GA Kids Up As Omicron Spreads

Pediatric hospitalizations for COVID-19 are increasing nationwide. In GA they've increased in recent weeks.