THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Thomas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on multiple drug charges after it was discovered that he was using a pill press to make fake Xanax, according to WALB. According to the…
CDC investigates multistate Salmonella outbreak link to onions
ATLANTA - The CDC is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to onions processed at Gills Onions. Release: A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/thompson-10-23/index.html Key Points CDC is…
CDC recommends updated COVID-19 vaccine for Fall/Winter season
ATLANTA - The CDC is recommending everyone to receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine for the Fall/Winter Virus Season. Release: CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the…
CDC launches Hospital Sepsis Program Core Elements
ATLANTA - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launches a new effort aimed at strengthening sepsis patient's survival and recovery rates. Release: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is launching the Hospital Sepsis…
CDC recommends new immunization to prevent RSV disease…
ATLANTA - A new immunization to help protect all infants under 8 months risk of severe illness caused by respiratory syncytial virus. Release: CDC is recommending a new immunization starting this fall to help protect…
Hepatitis C cures still fail to reach majority…
ATLANTA - Even after the Hepatitis C breakthrough treatments, a majority of Americans still not have been cured according to a CDC report. Release: A new CDC report suggests the majority of people with hepatitis…
Lowndes EMA shares heat safety tips ahead of…
LOWNDES CO. - The Lowndes County Emergency Management Agency and Georgia DPH shares heat safety tips ahead of extreme temps. Release: Extreme temperatures are expected to impact our region this week, with heat indices near,…
E-cigarette sales increase with popularity climbing among youth
ATLANTA - E-cigarette sales have climbed during 2020-2022 increasing the number of brands of disposable devices and flavors. Release: A study released found that overall e-cigarette monthly unit sales increased by 46.6%—from 15.5 million units in January…
CDC Director departs agency in June
ATLANTA - The CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky announces intentions to depart the agency at the end of June. Release: CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky announced her intent to depart the agency at the end…