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Georgia Senate lawmakers give final passage to bill to loosen …

(Just Now) WebBy JEFF AMY. Updated 4:53 PM PDT, March 21, 2024. ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia lawmakers on Thursday agreed on a plan to loosen some parts of the state’s …

https://apnews.com/article/georgia-health-care-hospitals-certificate-need-con-aa09dd79d34f912e0103b0e0b444693f

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There's a glimmer of hope for broader health coverage in Georgia, …

(9 days ago) WebThe Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. The Classic Center, Aug. 8, 2023, in Athens, Ga. Some …

https://apnews.com/article/georgia-medicaid-expansion-brian-kemp-health-care-e6931d588c12c9cc13532dbd9b1e78b9

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Two rankings on health put Georgia at the bottom of states

(4 days ago) WebGeorgia’s bottom ranking on states’ overall health care last year was compiled by WalletHub, a personal finance website. The WalletHub rankings used the …

https://www.georgiahealthnews.com/2021/06/rankings-health-put-georgia-bottom-states/

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Facing ‘worst ever’ demand for nurses, some - Georgia Health …

(3 days ago) WebSome health systems in the state are paying bonuses of more than $10,000 to attract nurses. And Piedmont Healthcare, which is rapidly becoming Georgia’s …

https://www.georgiahealthnews.com/2021/05/bigger-demand-nurses-hospitals-offer-large-bonuses/

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Gov. Kemp signs 7 new healthcare bills into law - 11Alive.com

(7 days ago) WebUpdated:6:23 PM EDT May 6, 2022. ATLANTA — On Friday, Gov. Brian Kemp signed seven healthcare bills designed to “benefit patients in Georgia and strengthen the …

https://www.11alive.com/article/news/health/kemp-signs-healthcare-legislation/85-05097865-052b-451b-ad31-377e9596beb7

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Impending hospital closure rattles Atlanta health care landscape …

(4 days ago) WebHe was hired by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, where he had editing and reporting positions before switching to health care in 1992. He covered that beat until …

https://www.gpb.org/news/2022/09/15/impending-hospital-closure-rattles-atlanta-health-care-landscape-and-political

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Report: Lack Of Affordable, Accessible Health Care Puts Georgians …

(7 days ago) WebGeorgia is one of 12 states that has so far not expanded Medicaid. "(Medicaid) provides us the most funding for our health care system as it relates to the …

https://www.gpb.org/news/2021/05/10/report-lack-of-affordable-accessible-health-care-puts-georgians-at-risk

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Georgia lawmakers take on health care spending: What to know

(4 days ago) WebHealth care will make news in the Georgia Legislature’s budget hearings this week. For people who want to be on Medicaid and people with a stake in the …

https://www.ajc.com/news/coronavirus/georgia-lawmakers-take-on-health-care-spending-what-to-know/4S2IYE34KZG3JHKP5ZVWKHFP74/

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COVID surge impacts Georgia's healthcare workers - 11Alive.com

(6 days ago) WebThe Georgia Department of Public Health's latest data demonstrates just how fast the omicron variant is spreading. Just over 3,000 peoplewere currently hospitalized …

https://www.11alive.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/covid-surge-impacting-healthcare-workers/85-2384fb0f-1d28-432f-a6b0-82d5c5d86e42

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Nearly every Georgia county faces a shortage of primary care …

(4 days ago) WebThe remaining 156 counties are considered Health Professional Shortage Areas, a designation to identify areas lacking health care access. A compilation of data …

https://www.gpb.org/news/2023/01/17/nearly-every-georgia-county-faces-shortage-of-primary-care-providers

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Impending Hospital Closure Rattles Atlanta Health Care Landscape …

(4 days ago) WebThe nonprofit owners of Atlanta Medical Center, a 460-bed Level 1 trauma center in the heart of the city, plan to close the hospital in November. As many community members …

https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/impending-hospital-closure-rattles-atlanta-health-care-landscape-and-political-races/

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Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation Improving Healthcare Access and

(2 days ago) WebAthens, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp, accompanied by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, members of the General Assembly, and other state and local leaders, signed a sweeping package of legislation into law that will improve access to quality and affordable health care today at a ceremony in Athens.. Among other …

https://gov.georgia.gov/press-releases/2024-04-19/gov-kemp-signs-legislation-improving-healthcare-access-and-affordability

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In Georgia midterms, health care takes a back seat to the economy

(4 days ago) WebNov. 6, 2022, 5:00 AM PST. By J.J. McCorvey. Georgia Democrats are trying to motivate voters on health care after a spate of hospital closures, GOP policies limiting Medicaid, …

https://www.nbcnews.com/business/economy/georgia-midterm-elections-healthcare-abortion-economy-inflation-rcna53211

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There's a Glimmer of Hope for Broader Health Coverage in Georgia…

(8 days ago) WebIn July, Republican Gov. Brian Kemp launched a limited expansion offering coverage to able-bodied adults earning up to the poverty line — $14,580 for an individual or $24,860 for a family of

https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-01-04/theres-a-glimmer-of-hope-for-broader-health-coverage-in-georgia-but-also-a-good-chance-of-a-fizzle

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A major new chapter for Georgia Health News

(6 days ago) WebBut today, Georgia Health News is stepping into the future with a wonderful new partner. The South has long fared poorly on measures of health care access and …

https://www.georgiahealthnews.com/2021/08/major-chapter-georgia-health-news/

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Georgia to Take Over Health Insurance Market Under New Law

(6 days ago) WebJeff Amy. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, bottom center, speaks to state Sen. Larry Walker III, R-Perry, right, before signing bills into law at the state Capitol on …

https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/georgia/articles/2023-05-02/georgia-to-take-over-health-insurance-market-under-new-law

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Most Georgians struggling to afford health care, survey says

(6 days ago) WebAbout 70 percent of Georgia adults in a new survey report they had burdensome health care costs in the past year. This story also appeared in Georgia …

https://thecurrentga.org/2021/10/15/most-georgians-struggling-to-afford-health-care-survey-says/

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Biden administration meets to discuss maternal health in Atlanta

(2 days ago) WebThe issues of health care access is both a rural and urban issue in Georgia, Williams said. Rural hospitals have closed, and during her three years in Congress two …

https://www.ajc.com/news/investigations/biden-administration-meets-to-discuss-maternal-health-in-atlanta/P6JKV5UTOJFJ5IPXP3YLMHFVIE/

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Addressing Georgia’s Healthcare Shortage

(5 days ago) WebA recent report by the Georgia Public Policy Foundation noted that 26 states already allow full practice authority for nurse practitioners in particular. North Dakota and …

https://www.georgiapolicy.org/news/addressing-georgias-healthcare-shortage/

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Atlanta Health Care News - Atlanta Business Chronicle

(2 days ago) WebHospital’s cancer screening program finds answers for at-risk patients. Page 1 of 122. The Atlanta Business Chronicle features local business news about Atlanta. We also provide …

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New program at Piedmont Hospital looks to improve maternal …

(Just Now) WebATLANTA — Georgia remains among the worst states for maternal mortality, and the most recent state data shows cardiac issues are the leading cause of pregnancy …

https://www.11alive.com/article/news/health/womens-health/piedmont-hospital-launches-cardio-obstetrics-program-response-georgia-maternal-health-crisis/85-fa9ed7f0-fe79-4a1f-b48d-695e5e0122b4

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Biden-Harris Administration Invests $105 Million in Community …

(Just Now) WebHRSA Administrator Carole Johnson highlighted the news during a visit to Southside Medical Center, a new Healthy Start awardee, in Atlanta, Georgia. Georgia is …

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2024/04/29/biden-harris-administration-invests-105-million-community-based-organizations-improve-maternal-infant-health-across-country.html

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News & Updates Georgia Board of Health Care Workforce

(2 days ago) WebThe Georgia Board of Health Care Workforce wants to keep you informed with up-to-date information on what is happening here at the Board as well as insights …

https://healthcareworkforce.georgia.gov/news-updates

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Georgia is installing more health care clinics on school grounds.

(9 days ago) WebShe joined GPB in June 2022 as a Report for America Corps member. Based in Macon, her coverage area includes Middle and South Georgia. Her focus is on the …

https://www.gpb.org/news/2024/04/17/georgia-installing-more-health-care-clinics-on-school-grounds-how-has-worked-so-far

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New AHA report highlights mounting financial challenges for …

(Just Now) WebThe AHA May 2 released a new report highlighting how hospitals and health systems continue to experience significant financial pressures that challenge their ability …

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-02-new-aha-report-highlights-mounting-financial-challenges-hospitals

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In preparation for rising temperatures, health care providers access

(3 days ago) WebShe joined GPB in June 2022 as a Report for America Corps member. Based in Macon, her coverage area includes Middle and South Georgia. Her focus is on the …

https://www.gpb.org/news/2024/04/26/in-preparation-for-rising-temperatures-health-care-providers-access-new-tools

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Walmart will close all of its health care clinics CNN Business

(Just Now) WebWalmart, the largest retailer in the United States, will close all 51 of its health care centers in six states and end virtual health care services, the company said …

https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/30/business/walmart-closes-health-clinics/index.html

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