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DPH confirms new measles case, urges vaccination

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed measles in an unvaccinated Macon County resident, bringing Georgia's 2026 total to 22 cases, compared to 10 cases in all of 2025. The individual is isolating at home, and unvaccinated close contacts are quarantining. Although the individual has no known travel history, they had contact with a confirmed measles case from Pennsylvania, where an ongoing measles outbreak has surpassed 1,100 cases. DPH is working to identify others who may have been exposed. Measles is highly contagious and spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can remain in the air for up to two hours after an infected person leaves. The MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is the best protection against measles. "The MMR vaccine is safe and effective. Measles spreads quickly, and vaccination now can help prevent further spread," said Cherie Drenzek, DVM, MS, state epidemiologist. "One dose provides about 93% protection against measles, and two doses increase protection to about 97%." The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends two doses of the MMR vaccine for children: the first at 12–15 months and the second at 4–6 years. Infants 6–11 months old traveling

Macon County, GA · 24d
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GPB News (Georgia Public Broadcasting)

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Health experts encourage vaccination as influenza-like illness arrives early in Georgia

Seasonal viruses, including the flu, are spreading earlier this year and health experts are encouraging people to protect themselves and others with annual influenza and COVID vaccines. "We're on track to have an early season," said Dr. Fiona Havers, a professor in the Emory University School of Medicine Division of...

Georgia · 22d
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CBS News

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Report finds “forever chemicals” at 20 Georgia water testing sites

Georgia · 21d

WTOC

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Pat Daley, a political freshman focused on affordability, Medicaid expansion and infrastructure

Georgia · 22d

The Current GA

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Georgia governor: Keisha Lance Bottoms, Rick Jackson

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, an Athens Republican who was elected in 2018, is term-limited and must pass the mantle to the next governor. But who will that person be?. Healthcare executive Rick Jackson emerged as the GOP nominee after launching a late bid for governor in February and upsetting what was seen as a well-set field of candidates with long histories in state government. He beat the apparent frontrunner, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, in a June runoff, defeating a candidate who had the backing of both President Donald Trump and Kemp. Trump and Kemp have since transferred their support to the political newcomer.

Georgia · 25d

WTOC

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Pat Daley, a political freshman focused on affordability, Medicaid expansion and infrastructure

Bryan County, GA · 22d

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Reports allege ‘deplorable’ conditions and unauthorized Medicaid billing by Georgia group-home operator

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The man at the center of more than a decade of complaints over alleged unlicensed group homes in metro Atlanta is facing an allegation that he billed Medicaid for services a tenant says he never received. Atlanta News First Investigates has tracked Charles Pruitt...

Atlanta, GA · 26d

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Georgia Affordable Care Act health insurance premiums set to rise dramatically

ATLANTA - Georgians enrolled in Affordable Care Act health plans face dramatic price hikes next year as marketplace premiums prepare to surge by double digits. Open enrollment starts Nov. 1 for Georgia's healthcare marketplace, commonly known as Obamacare. New figures from the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance show premiums...

Georgia · 25d

fox5atlanta.com

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Georgia marketplace rates surging next year

Georgia Affordable Care Act marketplace premiums are set to increase by as much as 29 percent next year, driving average monthly costs over $900 and threatening coverage for thousands.

Georgia · 25d

WRDW-TV

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Financial adviser says to review health plans before cutting costs

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Consumer Price Index is up 3.5%, adding about an extra $1,000 a year for consumers, according to the report. Open enrollment is underway, and one financial advisor says there are specific places to cut costs and places not to. Will Rogers, a private wealth adviser...

South Carolina · 25d

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Atrium Health Navicent Celebrates Opening of New Community Health Center

$7.4 million investment enhances patient experience, expands access to care and supports physician training for future generations. MACON, Ga., Oct. 2, 2026 – Atrium Health Navicent today celebrated the opening of the newly renovated and relocated Atrium Health Navicent W.T. Anderson Health Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community members, representatives from the local medical community and members of the Anderson family.

Macon, GA · 28d

Yahoo!

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Georgia marketplace rates surging next year

Georgia Affordable Care Act marketplace premiums are set to increase by as much as 29 percent next year, driving average monthly costs over $900 and threatening coverage for thousands.

Georgia · 25d

The Money Overview

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CMS is taking comments through November 8 on Georgia’s bid for a higher federal match for its Pathways Medicaid work program

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is accepting public comments through November 8, 2026, on Georgia’s request for a higher federal share of the cost of its Pathways to Coverage program. Pathways is the state’s partial Medicaid program for low-income adults who meet a work requirement. Georgia asked for the higher match on October […] The post CMS is taking comments through November 8 on Georgia’s bid for a higher federal match for its Pathways Medicaid work program appeared first on The Money Overview .

Georgia · 26d

Lakeland Gazette

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Publix will close a handful of locations

A sales slump is forcing the hand of Publix, as the grocer will close seven locations by the end of the year, according to multiple reports. Four of the closings will be in Florida, two in Georgia and one in South Carolina. Here are the locations that will be powering...

Goose Creek, SC · 10-07

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Atrium Health Navicent brings hospital-level care to patients’ homes in Middle Georgia

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Atrium Health Navicent is bringing hospital-level care directly to patients’ homes through its Hospital at Home program, serving eligible patients across Middle Georgia. Lana Maddox, co-nurse manager and ICU nurse manager at Atrium Health Navicent Baldwin, joined 41 Today to discuss how the program...

Macon, GA · 29d

The City Menus

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CareTrack, Tanner Health Report Blood Pressure Improvements Through Remote Patient Monitoring Program

CareTrack, a provider of remote healthcare solutions, is reporting new clinical results from its Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) program with Tanner Health as the program continues to expand across Tanner’s primary care network. CareTrack has worked with Tanner since early 2025 to help providers monitor patients between office visits. The program has now expanded beyond […] The post CareTrack, Tanner Health Report Blood Pressure Improvements Through Remote Patient Monitoring Program appeared first on The City Menus .

Georgia · 27d

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Corey Foreman says Georgia needs better health care access, affordability and government transparency

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Corey Foreman said Georgia needs better health care access, affordability and government transparency. The Democratic candidate for Georgia Senate District 1 said he entered the race because he is “tired” of seeing the state rank near the bottom on key measures. Corey Foreman came...

Georgia · 29d

FOX Carolina

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Officials: AnMed building facility to help tackle nursing shortage

ANDERSON, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - AnMed said construction is underway on a 30,000-square-foot facility designed to help tackle the ongoing nursing shortage across the Carolinas and Georgia. The AnMed Education and Innovation Center, located at 610 North Street near East Greenville Street, will expand local healthcare training opportunities, according to...

Anderson, SC · 29d

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Learn about the Georgia Rural Hospital Tax Credit on Wellness Wednesday

Learn about the Georgia HEART Hospital Program as Ann Mariee Knight, Tax Credit Development Coordinator at Stephens County Hospital, speaks with WNEG General Manager Phil Hobbs today (October 14) on Wellness Wednesday. “The HEART Program allows Georgia residents and businesses to redirect their state income taxes to support rural hospitals...

Toccoa, GA · 28d