There are a lot of questions about vaccines this year. Should you still get the flu shot? Here's what to know.| Healthbeat
USAID, the nation’s main foreign aid agency funds Atlanta-based nonprofits like CARE, The Task Force for Global Health, and The Carter Center that work on global health projects. Here's how the threat to cut USAID could largely impact their work.| Healthbeat
While Legionella is common in the environment, most people exposed won’t get sick. But when conditions are right, and vulnerable groups live or work close to sources, exposure can lead to serious illness.| Healthbeat
Federal agencies responsible for spelling out who should get vaccinated aren’t necessarily in sync, issuing seemingly contradictory recommendations. But insurers will likely cover the shots this year. Here's what to know.| Healthbeat
Most of Georgia’s school bus fleet is fueled by diesel, contributing to air and noise pollution. Some districts have started purchasing electric buses using federal funds. The new buses have health and educational benefits for students and can even send power back to the grid.| Healthbeat
Leading pedestrian intervals, or traffic sequences that give pedestrians a head start when crossing intersections, significantly lower the risk of pedestrian injuries, researchers from Columbia University found. Their study analyzed data from more than 6,000 intersections across NYC.| Healthbeat
Native American tribes and organizations are responding to concerns about low measles vaccination rates and patients’ difficulty accessing health care as the disease spreads across the country.| Healthbeat
After firing 17 HIV and sexual health workers in May, Georgia's Fulton County Board of Health plans to fill the open roles. Delays in funding from the CDC apparently prompted the firings, but the money has now arrived. Here's what to know.| Healthbeat
The second Trump administration has said that healthy eating is a priority. But its tax and spending law will make it harder for some people to afford healthy food.| Healthbeat
The U.S.' health emergency response systems may be too labor-intensive, reactive, and vulnerable to error. Dr. Jay Varma breaks down how AI tools can help.| Healthbeat
Atlanta HIV prevention advocates plan to hold a town hall meeting Wednesday about the layoff of Fulton County public health staff. Here are the details.| Healthbeat
Fulton County's Board of Health laid off 17 workers without approval from the state. Now senior leaders are on administrative leave. Here's what we know so far.| Healthbeat