U.S. News & World Report this week released its inaugural list of the best U.S. hospitals for maternity. See which GA hospitals were ranked.
A Houston County infant with underlying conditions died from COVID-19, making him the youngest Georgia fatality to the virus, officials say.
A COVID-19 pill developed by Emory University for Merck and a Pfizer pill are awaiting FDA approval to treat mild symptoms of the virus.
Georgia Department of Public Health officials recommend vaccinations and boosters as a third omicron variant case is discovered.
Pfizer and BioNTech announced the results of testing that shows boosters neutralize the omicron variant of the coronavirus.
Georgia public health officials on Sunday reported the first case of the omicron variant of COVID-19 of a patient in the state.
Could the omicron variant of COVID-19 recently identified in South Africa make it to Georgia? Health officials are preparing for if it does.
"Sequels" streams for free Wednesdays at 2 p.m. to answer common questions about aging & highlight resources and services for older adults.
The nonprofit graded nearly 3,000 hospitals across the country, including Georgia, on how well they prevent errors, infections and more.
In Atlanta and across Georgia, Nurse Practitioners are Applauded for “Going the Extra Mile".
The annual list compiled by U.S. News & World Report rates thousands of nursing homes based on care, rate of complaints and more.
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will drop the mask mandate for all indoor spaces in the city.
Northside Hospital Invests in Lung Health in Atlanta by Sponsoring LUNG FORCE Run/Walk
The CDC says that the vaccine is now approved for children ages 5 to 11, and shipments are coming in. Here's what to know on GA's rollout.
The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Fulton County compares to the U.S.
CTCA partners with American Lung Association for educational series, local fundraising event
American Lung Association event to fund lifesaving lung cancer research, help end lung disease
A majority of Georgia Patch readers said students should not have to get a COVID-19 vaccine to attend in-person instruction.
Those who are 65 and older and people over the age of 50 with underlying health conditions are encouraged to get a booster shot.
Atlanta Healthcare Professionals - Please Note the October UAPRN Healthcare Summit Has Been Rescheduled for May 13-14, 2022
State Health Commissioner Dr. Kathleen Toomey recommends 65 and older and immune compromised get vaccine boosters
The national grocery chain warns that its 16-ounce Kroger-branded bagged kale could cause severe illness.
Georgia surpasses 20,000 dead from the coronavirus pandemic; DPH officials urge unvaccinated to get the shot.
Nearly all Georgians hospitalized with COVID-19 are not vaccinated, and "virtually 100 percent" of new cases are due to the delta variant.
Registration is open for UAPRN of GA’s United for Healthcare Summit Oct. 22-23, 2021 at the Marriott Conference Resort at Stone Mountain.
Fulton County partners with Atlanta Public Schools to offer the COVID-19 vaccine to Atlanta Public School students and staff members.
Gov. Brian Kemp deployed 105 National Guardsmen to 10 hospitals across Georgia struggling with ICU and emergency room shortfalls from COVID.
Gov. Brian Kemp announced a new executive order on Thursday that essentially bans local governments from forcing many COVID-19 precautions.
Officials from six of metro Atlanta's hospital systems gathered together Thursday to give an "urgent" update on COVID-19 in the community.
Nearly three quarters of Americans say they plan to get a flu shot this year; 45% planning on getting their vaccine at a retail pharmacy
Georgia has confirmed more than 1 million people with the coronavirus since the first case in the Peach State was recorded in March 2020.
Gov. Brian Kemp urged Georgians to vaccinate, even promising state workers a day off to "consider scheduling" a shot — but still no mandate.
The CDC believes an imported product may have caused these people to get sick.
Here are updated figures on which hospitals are nearing capacity in Fulton County.
Is Georgia among those managing a surge in coronavirus hospitalizations? Or is it collapsing beneath the weight? A new ranking weighs in.
Four spices produced by Maryland-based McCormick & Co. have been recalled after routine testing found possible salmonella contamination.
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottom points to CDC recommendations and high transmission rates of the delta variant of COVID-19 in the City.
Atlanta Kroger stores at 17 locations have teamed up with Lyft to provide rides to COVID-19 vaccine appointments.
Just as in 2020, Savannah became the first major Georgia jurisdiction to require masks while on its property to stem the spread of COVID-19.
The voluntary recall affects more than two dozen products sold at 7-Eleven, Stop & Shop, Walmart or Sam's Clubs nationwide.