Health & Wellness
05/30/2026 · Wilcox & Crisp 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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You need a license to fish or hunt in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division issues fishing and hunting licenses. To login to your DNR license account, you’ll just need to enter your last name, date of birth, and one of the following: Last 4 digits of your Social Security Number Department of Natural Resources Customer ID Driver’s license or state ID number Persons who are not U.S. Citizens may use one of the following for the third identifier: Passport number U.S. travel visa number Green card number Related: Recreation, Fishing and Hunting Licenses Visit 2067 US Highway 278 SE Social Circle, GA 30025 Hours Closed Sunday: closed Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday: closed All in Eastern Time Zone Main Number (706) 557-3333 Toll Free (833) 557-3303 Game Management (706) 557-3350 Fisheries Management (706) 557-3305 Law Enforcement (770) 918-6408 Wildlife Conservation (706) 557-3213 Game Check Assistance (800) 366-2661 Ranger Hotline (800) 241-4113 Facebook page for Wildlife Resources Division - Contact X page for Wildlife Resources Division - Contact Instagram page for Wildlife Resources Division - Contact Youtube page for Wildlife Resources Division - Contact More Resources Related Services Purchase a Fishing or Hunting License Disclaimer: General This information was prepared as a public service of the State of Georgia to provide general information, not to advise on any specific legal problem. It is not, and cannot be construed to be, legal advice. If you have questions regarding any matter contained on this page, please contact the related agency. Did you find what you were looking for on this page? Extra feedback Send feedback
Get a Temporary Boat Registration
Get a Temporary Boat Registration | Georgia.gov Boat owners get temporary registration in Georgia while waiting for an approval decal in the mail. Temporary boat registration status takes place immediately after your registration or renewal application is approved by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Your temporary boat registration remains active for 60 days while you are waiting for a new registration card and decal to arrive. Gather What You’ll Need Approved boat registration application -OR- an approved boat registration renewal application Credit or debit card for payment Get a Temporary Boat Registration You can get your temporary boat registration online, by phone, or by mail. How to Get a Temporary Boat Registration Online Visit the DNR Vessel Registration and Renewal portal Log in or create a new account Complete your registration or renewal application Temporary registration starts when application is approved By phone Call DNR at 1-800-366-2661 Complete your boat registration or renewal application Credit or debit card must be used for payment via phone You will receive a temporary authorization number after your application is approved By mail Mail a completed registration or renewal application with payment to: Georgia Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 934943 Atlanta, GA 31193-4943 Make checks or money orders payable to GEORGIA DNR. Cash is not accepted for payments. A copy of your application and payment is your proof of temporary registration until you receive your official registration card and boat decal in the mail. Next Steps You will receive a new registration card and decal in the mail within 7 to 14 business days after your registration or renewal application is approved. To use your temporary boat registration, you must keep a copy of one of the following items in possession while the boat is being operated: Copy of mailed application and payment Online registration or renewal receipt Temporary authorization number (if application done by telephone)
Reserve a Campsite
Visitors can book camping and lodging accommodations at certain Georgia state parks. Campsites, cottages, cabins, recreational vehicle (RV) and trailer sites, and other camping and lodging accommodations can be booked at certain Georgia state parks. A 50% deposit is required to confirm a reservation in advance, with the remaining balance due at check-in. Reservations booked 14 days or fewer in advance require full payment at time of booking.
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