Iconic Fight For Air Climb Heads Outdoors to Truist Park

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

New Georgia Nursing Workforce Dashboard: At-A-Glance Nurse Data

The online tool shows the supply and distribution of actively licensed nurses, physicians & physician assistants in Atlanta and statewide.

GA COVID-19 Hospital Capacity At Risk Of Surge, New Data Shows

Covid Act Now says Georgia coronavirus cases are climbing and intensive care bed capacity is at risk of handling a surge.

GA Publix Stores Recall Holiday Cookie Platter

Publix grocery stores in Georgia have issued a recall for holiday cookies due to an allergy alert.

64 GA Counties In Red Zone: White House Coronavirus Task Force

The White House Coronavirus Task Force reports from late November paint a sober picture of the state of the pandemic in Georgia.

“I thought I wasn’t a morning person, but now I can wake up!”

“I tell myself, ‘Just rest. Don't pick up your phone. Don't turn on the light. Just lay there and you'll go back to sleep.’”

Georgia Residents Raise $56,000 to Support Lung Health

Georgia Residents Raise $56,000 to Support Lung Health, Fund COVID-19 Initiative

I feel revived and have more energy than I’ve had in a long time

“I'm more motivated and I'm ready to take on anything that comes my way. I feel like I'll be able to keep making Better Choices.”

New Report: Georgia Ranks Poorly for Lung Cancer Early Diagnosis

American Lung Association’s new report examines toll of lung cancer in Georgia

Where Georgia Childhood Obesity Ranks Among The States

A new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation says about 1 in 7 children nationwide are considered obese. Here's where Georgia ranks.

Kroger Health Launches COVID-19 Rapid Antibody Testing: Atlanta

The test will inform patients if they have recently been infected with COVID-19, with most results confirmed in 15 minutes.

Northside Hospital Supports Lung Health, COVID-19 Initiative

Northside Hospital Supports Lung Health, COVID-19 Initiative in Atlanta

Georgia Schools Invited to Join the Vape-Free Schools Initiative

American Lung Association Invites Georgia Schools to Join the Vape-Free Schools Initiative

First-Ever Lung Association Puzzle Walk Offers Fall Family Fun

First-Ever Lung Association Puzzle Walk Offers Fall Family Fun, Supports Lung Health in Atlanta

Robots Help Atlanta Players Visit Kids In Hospital

Atlanta United players recently visited patients virtually using robots at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Egleston Hospital.

Woman Raises Awareness that Anyone Can Get Lung Cancer

‘No One is Immune;” Local Woman Raises Awareness that Anyone Can Get Lung Cancer

Virtual Thanksgiving Gatherings Recommended By CDC In 2020

The CDC in Atlanta has shared guidelines that families should follow for a safe Thanksgiving during the coronavirus pandemic.

Third Annual Health and Polio Symposium (Virtual) Sept. 26, 2020

Rotary Club of Emory-Clifton, with Partners UAPRN of GA. and Shriners Hospitals for Children, Will Present the annual program.

First-Ever Virtual LUNG FORCE Run/Walk & Scavenger Hunt Atlanta

American Lung Association to Host First-Ever Virtual LUNG FORCE Run/Walk and Scavenger Hunt in Atlanta

Atlanta Top Area to Benefit from Transition to Electric Vehicles

New report finds Atlanta could save hundreds of lives, and avoid billions in local health impacts through transition to electric vehicles

The Atlanta UAPRN Chapter to Host a Virtual Meeting Sept. 10

The Atlanta Chapter of United Advanced Practice Registered Nurses of Georgia will host a free virtual town hall meeting September 10.

Former Surgeon Gen. Dr. Satcher discusses Quest for Health Equity

Dr. David Satcher discusses his new book which sheds light on health inequalities in the US and ways that leaders can make a difference!

Flu Shots Now Available at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic®

Two-thirds of Americans say they plan to get a flu shot this year, with 54 percent planning on getting their vaccine earlier than last year

Lung Association Announces Plan To End Youth Vaping in Georgia

Comprehensive plan to address youth vaping includes awareness campaign, Vape-Free Schools Initiative, advocacy

Emory To Vaccinate Hundreds Of Volunteers During COVID 19 Trial

The COVID-19 trial at Emory has entered Phase 3.

Governor Signs Bill Removing Barriers to Practice for APRNs

Governor Kemp Signs Historic Bill Which Improves Access to Healthcare by Removing Barriers on Georgia’s Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.

SagerStrong Foundation Fun Run is Going VIRTUAL

The SAGERSTRONG FOUNDATION is Going Virtual; Join Us for a “SagerStrong” Weekend. Run the Second Annual SagerStrong Fun Run and Donate Blood

New COVID 19 Mega Testing Center Opens Near Atlanta Airport

The new center has the capacity to test 5,000 people a day.

Atlanta Mayor Opening COVID 19 Testing Center For City Workers

Atlanta Mayor Bottoms said 289 employees have tested for the coronavirus and there are currently 172 cases.

Georgia World Congress Center Reopens For Coronavirus Patients

Gov. Brian Kemp ordered the facility be used as a temporary hospital.

FDA Recalls 75 Hand Sanitizers That May Be In Georgia Homes

As the coronavirus persists and demand for hand sanitizers grows, Georgia residents may have brands that contain dangerous methanol.

Georgia World Congress Center To Reopen For Coronavirus Patients

Gov. Kemp announced that the Georgia World Congress Center will reopen Monday for coronavirus patients.

MinuteClinic Video Visit Offering Now Available in Georgia

Service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the CVS Pharmacy App and on MinuteClinic.com.

ATL Grady Hospital Almost At Capacity With Coronavirus Patients

There's been an influx in COVID-19 patients at Grady Hospital, says hospital officials.

Best Hospitals In Georgia: 17 Make U.S. News 2020 Rankings

New rankings from U.S. News & World Report identify the best hospitals by specialty and region. See which made the list in Georgia.

FDA Recalls 75 Hand Sanitizers That May Be In Atlanta Homes

As the coronavirus persists and demand for hand sanitizers grows, people in Atlanta may have brands that contain dangerous methanol.

Atlanta TSA Workers Test Positive For Coronavirus

Two more TSA agents at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport have tested positive for the coronavirus.

Atlanta Mayor Tests Positive For COVID 19

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance-Bottoms shared on Twitter that she had no symptoms and tested positive for the coronavirus.

GA Coronavirus Cases Sets Another Record Sunday

Georgia set another daily record for the number of coronavirus cases confirmed in the state on Sunday. Gov. Kemp urged face mask use.

Delta CEO: 500 Staff Tested Positive For Coronavirus, 10 Dead

In a call to shareholders, CEO Ed Bastian said every employee death "breaks my heart." The Atlanta-based company has ramped up testing.