A recent change in how federal officials are recommending the COVID-19 vaccine may have far-reaching implications for health equity in Georgia — especially for Black residents, who were among the hardest hit during the pandemic. Last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices shifted its recommendation for the COVID […]
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Georgia’s Work Requirement Slows Processing of Applications for Medicaid, Food Stamps
This story was originally published by KFF Health News. Deegant Adhvaryu completed his parents’ applications for Medicaid and food benefits in June. Then the waiting and frustration began. In July, his parents, Haresh and Nina Adhvaryu, received a letter saying their applications would be delayed, he said. In August, the Adhvaryus started calling a Georgia […]
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Early Voting in Georgia Starts Today
Top of the morning! Here is Your AM Rundown, with news updates in 400 words or less. Get caught up on headlines and other developments you might’ve missed. Here’s what to know for today: Today marks the first day in the three-week early voting period for the May 24 primary election. Voters can find polling […]
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The World’s Busiest Airport Just Dropped Its Mask Mandate
Top of the morning! Here is Your AM Rundown, with news updates in 400 words or less. Get caught up on headlines and other developments you might’ve missed. Here’s what to know for today: After nearly two years, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport lifted its mask mandate. The world’s busiest airport dropped the mandate after a […]