VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
CDC investigates Salmonella infections outbreak link to eggs…
ATLANTA - CDC is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to eggs in Georgia and several other states. Release:
HHS releases statement on tragic event at CDC…
ATLANTA - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services releases a statement on the recent tragic events at the CDC Atlanta campus. Release: Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. visited the…
CDC launches new youth substance use, mental health…
ATLANTA - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launches a new campaign to address youth substance use and mental health. Release: The back-to-school season is a great time to engage with youth about mental…
CDC releases statement on passing of former smokers campaign…
ATLANTA - The CDC releases a statement on the passing of a CDC’s Tips From Former Smokers® campaign participant. Release: It is with deep sadness that we share the loss of Christine Brader, a devoted mother, grandmother,…
New CDC Director was sworn in by Secretary…
ATLANTA - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announces the swearing in of the new Director by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Release: Susan Monarez, Ph.D., was sworn in as Director of the Centers…
CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization releases joint statement
ATLANTA - The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization releases a joint statement after a meeting with health and medical experts. Release: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)…
CDC recommends lowering age for pneumococcal vaccination
ATLANTA - The CDC recommends lowering the age for pneumococcal vaccination from 65 to 50 years old to give more adults protection. Release: The CDC Director Mandy Cohen endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization…
CDC data finds one in five adults in…
ATLANTA - New data from the CDC finds that adult obesity prevalence remains high with one in five adults live with obesity. Release: New CDC population data from 2023 show that in 23 states more than…