After waking up at 7 a.m., 17-year-old Alex climbs into his car and buckles up. The Elbert County native heads out early on Monday mornings. Not to school, but to work. After the Elbert County Board of Education cut its budget last year by shortening the school week to four days, Alex landed a job so he could earn…
Month: April 2012
Disconnects over distracted driving
Drivers are attached to their cellphones, but they’re conflicted over efforts to regulate them.
Agency urges restricted use of some scarce drugs
The Georgia Department of Public Health has asked EMS providers to reserve certain medications for the most critically ill patients, amid a shortage of drugs to treat people in emergency situations. The state agency is also exploring whether extending expiration dates on medications can serve as a remedy for the EMS drug shortages, which are occurring nationwide. Public…
Atlanta: EPA tests for lead
The EPA will test for toxic lead residue in Atlanta neighborhoods surrounding a former lead-smelting factory. Read the full article: ajc.com
Program aims to cut jailings
The GBI is partnering with NAMI to keep people with schizophrenia, bipolar and other mental diseases out of jail. Read the full article: ajc.com
Senior food-stamp signup
AARP is helping eligible older Georgians sign up for the federal food stamp program. Read the full article: Athens Banner-Herald
Blue Cross, HCA reach deal
The Hospital Corporation of America and Georgia’s largest health insurer have agreed to a new contract. Read the full article: Rome News-Tribune
Gainesville: Public pools
Federal rules to take effect next month are geared to increase pool usability for people with disabilities. Read the full article: Gainesville Times
Savannah: Abuse, neglect
Advocate volunteers help children overcome neglect and abuse. Read the full article: Savannah Morning News
Elder care’s digital age
The business of taking care of aging seniors at home is getting help from the mobile phone industry. Read the full article: ajc.com