The FDA is warning the public that the use of benzocaine, the main ingredient in over-the-counter gels and liquids applied to the gums or mouth to reduce pain, is associated with a rare, but serious condition. Benzocaine gels and liquids are sold OTC under different brand names such as Anbesol, Hurricaine, Orajel, Baby Orajel, Orabase, and store brands.
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Governor Discusses Public Health Initiatives at GPHA Conference
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal was a keynote speaker at the Georgia Public Health Association’s recent Annual Meeting and Conference. His remarks about public health initiatives were outlined in an article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution.
Georgia State to Offer Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health Degree
The new degree program will help meet the demand for highly-trained public health researchers in Georgia.
GPHA Conference Agenda and Schedules Now Available
GPHA will hold its Annual Meeting and Conference on April 12-13, 2011 in Atlanta. The conference agenda, workshop schedule and section meetings schedule are now available.
Donations Needed for Silent Auction
GPHA will hold a silent auction during its upcoming conference. The auction will benefit the James W. Alley Memorial Fund.
The Capitol Corner: February 17, 2011
The Feb. 17th edition of the Capitol Corner provides updates on the Amended FY 11 Budget Bill, an introduction of the new Division of Public Health Director Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald, and information on a bill designed to establish a Department of Public Health in Georgia.
An Invitation to the GPHA Conference by Dr. Bob Stolarick
GPHA Executive Director Dr. Bob Stolarick issued a video invitation to all members and interested parties to register for the upcoming Meeting and Conference.
UGA College of Public Health Seeks Academic Professional Associate
The UGA College of Public Health is seeking an Academic Professional Associate to serve as its Public Health Practice Coordinator. Applications received by Feb. 25 will receive full consideration.
Top Public Health Educators Call for Creation of Independent Dept. of Public Health
The deans of the public health programs at Emory University and the University of Georgia make the case for establishment of a cabinet-level public health agency. Read their remarks in an opinion piece in the Atlanta Journal Constitution.
Calling All Moderators!
Workshop moderators will be needed on site at the GPHA Annual Meeting and Conference. Please complete and return a moderator sign up form before March 31.