A stark rise in severe anemia cases caused by human parvovirus B19 was reported among kids with sickle cell disease.
Dr. Alicia Fry of the Task Force for Global Health in Decatur says the key tool of prevention is the same everywhere — access to immunization.
The presence of anti-interferon alpha indicated the infection would likely be limited to mild symptoms like coughing or sore throats. Patients without it often experienced shortness of breath, indicative of a more severe case.
In the Atlanta area, an advisory commission recommended $1.3 million over the next two years to reduce the epidemic.
Workers are looking for new ways to help: 'We’ll lean into the goodwill of those who want to stand by us.'
Many have long experience navigating Republican control of government by coalition building and bipartisan lobbying.
The state expects to receive hundreds of millions of dollars from pharmaceutical supply chain companies, and it hopes to award $50 million of it by the end of the year.
October is dedicated to spreading awareness about domestic violence, but it’s a public health problem with high risk year-round.
The “Atlanta Says No More” effort brings welcome attention to the issue, but experts in the community say significant change takes a lot more work.
Meet Allen Siegler, who brings a master's in public health and a love for community reporting, to the beat.