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…
AHA and Rep. Carter support “Go Red for…
Release: Rep. Doreen Carter Encourages Citizens to “Go Red for Women,” Starts 21-Day Veggie Challenge ATLANTA – State Representative Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia) is encouraging citizens to “Go Red for Women” by wearing red on Thursday,…
SHD stresses importance of getting young children flu…
Based on information released by the CDC, South Health District recently commented on Twitter about the high risk those 5 years old and younger face with the Flu. If not vaccinated serious complication may develop.…
CDC comments on measures taken by Head Start…
Release: CDC Report Highlights Success of Georgia Head Start Programs in Mitigating Spread of COVID-19 Georgia’s Head Start Collaboration Office Kept Programs Connected with Critical DECAL Services Atlanta, GA (December 17, 2020) – The Centers…
COVID-19 vaccine arrives in Georgia
Release: First Shipments of COVID-19 Vaccine Arrive in Georgia 5,850 Initial Doses in Coastal Health District Atlanta – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) recently received the first shipments of COVID-19 vaccine for administration in Georgia.…
Thanksgiving travel projected to be at record lows
Release: Fewer Americans Traveling This Thanksgiving Amid Pandemic AAA advises caution and preparation for Georgians who decide to travel ATLANTA, Ga. (November 12, 2020) – Thanksgiving will be on the lighter side when it comes to…
CDC adds new symptoms to Covid-19 list
ATLANTA- The Centers for Disease Control recently added additional Covid-19 symptoms to watch for. They now list 11 primary symptoms to watch for, including nausea or vomiting and diarrhea, but caution that those may not…
Thomas University to Hold Conference for Alzheimer’s Patient…
[caption id="attachment_7850" align="alignleft" width="300"] Organizers discuss details for the “Surviving Caregiving” conference set for Jan. 27 at Thomas University. Participating in the discussion are (from left) Dr. Ann Landis, TU Executive Vice President and Provost;…
Georgia Health Officials Offer Smokers Help
GEORGIA - Officials at the Georgia Department of Public Health are offering Georgians help to quit smoking. They are using grant money form the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to offer four-week supplies…