Lowndes DUI Court Named Georgia Model Court
The Lowndes County DUI Accountability Court has been selected as a Model Court for Georgia for 2027-2029.
Live Poll
Should repeat DUI offenders be sent to treatment courts instead of jail?
Georgia Health News
Across Georgia, coverage here takes in medical research, wellness trends, disease prevention, healthcare policy and public health. This page tracks developments that impact the health and wellbeing of the population.
Diseases
Live Poll
Do you plan to get screened for chronic health conditions, like diabetes, this month?
Georgia District to Mark National Diabetes Month in November
The South Health District will offer local residents diabetes screenings and health resources throughout November.
Substance Abuse
Georgia Approves Mail Delivery of Medical Marijuana
New state regulations let licensed dispensaries ship medical cannabis to registered patients by USPS or private carriers.
Sleep Disorders
Live Poll
Should the U.S. eliminate the twice-yearly clock change by making daylight saving time permanent?
Georgia Clocks to Move Back November 1
Residents across Georgia will transition to Eastern Standard Time by shifting their clocks back one hour this November.
Children’s Health
Live Poll
Should your local government require helmets for all e-bike and e-scooter riders?
Georgia Adults Supported Mandatory E-Bike Helmet Laws
A survey showed 83% of state residents back helmet mandates amid a 7.5-fold rise in pediatric e-bike injuries.
Nutrition
Live Poll
Do you trust the safety standards currently applied to processed sauces and dressings?
University of Georgia Researchers Reviewed Sauce Risks
A new academic review identified significant microbial hazards in various commercial sauces and dressings.
Reporting here centers on clinical findings, the status of public health initiatives, changes in insurance access and the expansion of medical services. Coverage reaches from the state capital to the most rural counties. The integration of specialty clinics into broader provider networks remains a significant feature of the medical landscape here. Policy decisions and workforce shifts consistently shape the availability of care across the state.