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06/02/2026 · Schley & Sumter Region
CDC Issues National Guidelines for Maternal and Infant Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released national recommendations aimed at improving the health of women before pregnancy. The guidelines outline actionable steps for better maternal and infant outcomes. The CDC collaborated with over 35 public and private organizations to develop the recommendations.
Georgia Flu Hits High as RSV Surges, Hospitals Overwhelmed
Georgia's respiratory virus season has reached high intensity, with flu activity at level 10 and pediatric ERs filling up across Atlanta. State health officials report 140 flu deaths and over 3,100 hospitalizations since October, urging vaccinations amid rising RSV cases. Families in metro Atlanta face a familiar winter threat that's hitting kids hardest.
05/04/2026
Listeria Infections Pose Risk to High-Risk Groups, Health Officials Say
Listeria, a bacteria found in some foods, can cause severe illness, especially among pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Health officials are monitoring potential outbreaks.
05/04/2026
Prescription Painkiller Overdose Deaths Increased Among Women, CDC Reports
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a significant rise in prescription painkiller overdose deaths among women. The study, covering 1999 to 2010, highlights a critical public health concern. The report did not explore causality.
05/04/2026
Lake Lanier's Toxic Algae Crisis: What Gainesville Residents Need to Know
The Lake Lanier Association has issued urgent warnings about harmful algal blooms containing dangerous toxins, urging swimmers and boaters to avoid discolored water. The blooms—caused by unseasonable warmth, low rainfall, and fertilizer runoff—mark a troubling escalation in Georgia's largest reservoir's environmental decline.
05/03/2026
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