We’re standing up for SNAP in fighting food insecurity
Commentary August 22, 2018 0
People living with disabilities in Georgia face many obstacles, including higher-than-average unemployment rates, lower-than-average incomes and costly medical expenses. It is little wonder that food insecurity disproportionately affects such people. Food insecurity refers to a lack of reliable, consistent access to nutritious food. In many cases, that means people... Read more
Community health centers deserve celebration . . . and especially support
Commentary August 14, 2018 0
Among babies born in the United States each year, approximately 1 in 10 are born prematurely. And Georgia is in the group of states with the highest rates of preterm and low-birth-weight babies. Now, new data from the federal government show that the health of pregnant women and babies... Read more
While some are adamant in saying that the problem of violence is not guns, it’s mentally ill people, all have failed to put their money where their mouth is on the national level. We are pleased to say that Georgia is an exception. Dr. Derril Gay, retired head of the former state agency overseeing... Read more
Get the most out of summer by being active while staying safe
CommentaryDoctor's Column July 25, 2018 0
Summer is here, providing an ideal time for people in Georgia to get active. While some people may talk about getting a “beach body,” fitness is more than just a matter of aesthetics – it can mean the difference between a long life and premature death. Studies show 80... Read more
Anti-HIV legislation
Mar 20, 2019 0
‘The Father of PeachCare’
Mar 20, 2019 0
Medicaid waiver proposal
Mar 6, 2019 0
Now is the time to protect yourself against the flu
Commentary October 4, 2018 0