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September 16, 2026

AdventHealth Challenges Community To “Light Your Porch Pink” For Breast Cancer Awareness

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AdventHealth Georgia is once again asking residents across Northwest Georgia to turn their porch lights pink during October in support of breast cancer awareness.

September 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Measles Outbreak Grows To 10 Cases At Metro Atlanta Daycare

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The Georgia Department of Public Health says two additional measles cases have been confirmed in connection with an outbreak at a metro Atlanta daycare, bringing the outbreak total to 10 cases.

September 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Measles Outbreak Grows To Eight Cases; 14 Confirmed Statewide This Year

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The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed three additional measles cases connected to the current metro Atlanta outbreak, bringing the number of cases associated with that outbreak to eight.

August 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Confirms Seventh Measles Case Of 2026

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The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed another case of measles, bringing the state’s total to seven cases so far in 2026.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Restaurants Post Strong Health Inspection Scores In Early August

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Several food service establishments in Chattooga County received high marks during health inspections conducted during the first half of August by the Chattooga County Environmental Health Department.

July 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

West Nile Virus concerns have public health officials reminding about mosquito-bite prevention

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Public health officials are urging Northwest Georgia residents to take precautions against mosquito bites as the 2026 West Nile virus season gets underway earlier and more aggressively than it has in more than two decades.

July 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Health Officials Warn Young Mothers About Vaping Risks

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Georgia health officials are warning expectant and young mothers that vaping is not a safe alternative to smoking, especially during pregnancy or around infants.

The Georgia Department of Public Health says vape products often contain highly addictive nicotine and other substances that are heated and inhaled into the lungs. The CDC says nicotine products are not safe during pregnancy and can harm a baby’s developing brain and lungs.

The warning is especially important in communities across Northwest Georgia, where young families may see vaping as less harmful than cigarettes. Health experts say secondhand exposure can also be dangerous for babies and small children, and homes and vehicles should remain smoke-free and vape-free.

Mothers who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for infants are encouraged to talk with their doctor or local health department about safe ways to quit nicotine use.

Georgia residents looking for help can contact Ready to Quit GA, the state’s tobacco quit resource.

July 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

CDC Investigating Multi-State Parasite Outbreak Linked to Severe Diarrhea

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Health officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of a foodborne parasite that has sickened at least 145 people across the United States, including cases in Georgia.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mosquito Population Expected To Surge Across Georgia This Summer

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Georgians may want to keep the bug spray handy this summer as experts warn that mosquito populations are expected to be especially active across the state.

May 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Prevention Program Targeting Chattooga, Walker Counties Seeks Community Partners

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A new substance misuse prevention initiative is expanding into Northwest Georgia, and organizers are seeking local partners in Chattooga and Walker counties.