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DeKalb’s health department celebrates centennial anniversary with …

WebOfficials with the DeKalb County Public Health District, known as the DeKalb Board of Health since 2007, said the organization is going through a bit of an identity change as the 100-year anniversary of the department approaches in April.

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Free telehealth option to test and treat COVID-19 now available

WebDeKalb County residents now have the option to participate in a free program that provides telehealth services in the fight against increasing cases of COVID-19.

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Officials talk plan to tackle growing healthcare crisis locally

WebDeKalb County officials said they are working on multiple initiatives and a six-year, $160 million plan to address “a looming healthcare crisis in the county.”

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Training program seeks to place more in ‘vital role in healthcare’

WebCommunity health workers (CHWs) are a vital part of the healthcare system, according to Beth Ann Swan, professor, clinical track and associate dean and vice president of Academic Practice Partnerships at Emory University’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, who is director a new program to train community health workers.

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New campaign to improve healthcare access to residents launches …

WebClarkston officials are partnering with Georgia State University, Ethne Health, DeKalb County Board of Health, and other providers with a goal of improving access to healthcare for Clarkston residents.

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Misinformation declared a public health crisis in DeKalb County

WebMisinformation is no longer considered just another nuisance on social media – it is part of a growing health crisis. That is what DeKalb County commissioners declared when they passed a resolution during a meeting Oct. 19.

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Anti-aging and wellness clinic first in franchise to open in Georgia

WebEmpire Portfolio Group chose Chamblee for its first Relive Health clinic in Georgia. “The metro Atlanta area is truly vibrant and growing, and Chamblee is a great location.

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Inaugural event for youth to tackle social media, mental health …

WebThe DeKalb County Office of Youth Services and Commissioner Robert Patrick are collaborating on a mental health summit specifically centered on social media and the role it plays on the wellbeing of young people.

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Atlanta VA’s new program part of national initiative to stop …

WebA program that started at the Atlanta Veteran’s Affairs (Atlanta VA) Healthcare System, based in Decatur, has been selected as one of 10 winners of a national $20 million initiative to develop ways to prevent veteran suicides.

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Federal officials tour upgraded hospital in Lithonia

WebAdvisors to President Joe Biden recently made a stop in Lithonia to tour an $11 million expansion at Emory Hillandale Hospital. On April 24, DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond was joined by Tom Perez, senior advisor to the president and director of intergovernmental affairs at the White House; Angela Ramirez, deputy chief of staff, U.S. …

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Georgians deserve better healthcare

WebThose who remain blissfully unaware of how abysmal the healthcare industry is in the U.S. are few and far between these days – almost everyone has a horror story about health insurance, doctors, medications, emergency room …

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Food donation efforts expand in DeKalb County

WebA coalition of local nonprofits is joining officials to expand free food distribution efforts into more parts of DeKalb County. On Oct. 25, officials announced that the county’s food distribution network will be partnering with Chamblee Coalition for Homelessness (CCH), which is composed of “citizens, nonprofits, government agencies, and faith …

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Lithonia’s ‘R19’ running for president

WebLithonia’s President R19 Boddie is running for President of the United States and said he wants to make his candidacy known in Georgia after securing 72 votes in the 2020 New Hampshire Republican primary, among other things. Boddie is now running as an Independent. He said he has a plan to help all Americans, and his motivation to run for

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New MARTA budget to restore pre-pandemic operations

WebMetropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Board of Directors announced on June 8 that their $1.6 billion fiscal year 2024 operating and capital budgets include $712.4 million in gross operating funds and $854.5 million for capital programming.

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Positive COVID-19 cases climb as CDC reveals information about …

WebAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a new COVID-19 variant is on the rise across the nation, causing a spike in hospitalizations.

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New CEO of three Emory Healthcare facilities announced

WebOfficials with Emory Healthcare recently announced that Jen Schuck has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Hillandale Hospital and Emory Long-Term Acute Care, effective immediately. Schuck currently serves as interim CEO of the three facilities. “Jen has been a phenomenal leader and member …

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CDC Museum gives public glimpse into its worldwide work

WebWhen the public is in need of health advice, disease investigation and warnings, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the first places to which many turn.

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Husband and wife duo say their newly opened spa has special …

WebHusband-and-wife business team Vaughn and Cassandra Irons said their recently launched enterprise in Stonecrest is more than another business venture.

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Doctor encourages Black women to be their own advocate

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