CDC reports latest national data on syphilis in…

ATLANTA - The Centers for Disease Control reports the latest national data on syphilis in newborns and sexually transmitted infections. Release: New provisional CDC data show U.S. cases of newborn syphilis increased for the 12th consecutive year in 2024,…

Multistate Salmonella outbreak infects two Georgians

ATLANTA - The CDC releases a food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections including Georgia. Release: A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/homedeliverymeals-09-25/index.html.   Key Points:…

DPH awaiting CDC/ACIP guidance on updated COVID-19 vaccine

ATLANTA - The Department of Public Health is awaiting CDC/ACIP guidance before administering updated COVID-19 vaccine. Release: The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is awaiting CDC/ACIP recommendations and clinical guidance for administering the updated…