Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal, both candidates for Governor of Georgia, issued statements to Partner Up! for Public Health about public health and the structure of public health in Georgia.
The Capitol Corner: October 26, 2010
The Commission charged with making recommendations about the organizational structure of Public Health seems likely to recommend that Public Health become an independent agency.
November Ballot to Include Amendment Beneficial to GA's Trauma System
An amendment on the ballot would increase the car tag fee in Georgia to help fund the state’s trauma care system.
Nominations Accepted for Sellers-McCroan Award
The award is presented annually to an individual whose work has had significant impact on epidemiology and/or laboratory services at the state, district or county levels; in academia; or in hospitals. Nominations will be accepted through November 16.
APHA Praises Senate for Protecting Prevention and Public Health Fund
The American Public Health Association commends the U.S. Senate for blocking a measure that would have been detrimental to the Prevention and Public Health Fund.
GPHA Leaders Offer Testimony To Public Health Commission
Dr. Bob Stolarick, Dr. Doug Skelton and Russ Toal offer testimony as the commission considers reorganizing the Division of Public Health in Georgia.
NACCHO Begins Vaccines for Children Campaign
The National Association of County and City Health Officials is alerting members that local health departments may begin receiving calls in response to a new vaccine promotion campaign.
The Capitol Corner: August 30, 2010
Scott Maxwell offers testimony to the Council on Tax Reform about the need to remove the tax exemption for tobacco.
The State of Georgia’s Health: Not Good
Georgia finishes near the bottom of state-by-state rankings of overall health. Some counties perform worse than developing countries.
Website for National Dialogue on Preparedness Open Through August 31
The Department of Homeland Security wants your help assessing and improving our nation’s level of disaster preparedness.