GPHA President Deborah Riner recently visited the state capital to review the GPHA Legislative Agenda with key legislators. They discussed an increase of $1.23 in the state tobacco tax, a desire to keep “hold harmless” funding in the Governor’s budget, as well as House Bill 86 which would create a Georgia Adult and Aging Services Agency.
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Research Award Opportunities for Physicians and Dentists
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is accepting applications for the Harold Amos Medical Faculty Development Program. The application deadline is March 18, 2015.
Apply For Leadership Development Program for PH Nurses
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is accepting applications from public health nurse leaders to develop their leadership skills and connections with key influencers in organizations and communities to build and spread a Culture of Health across the country. Applications will be accepted through April 17, 2015.
Legislative Report for Feb. 13
This report about recent legislative activity includes highlights from the Department of Community Health Board Meeting, information about taxes on tobacco, and several bills of interest.
News and Funding Opportunities from RWJ Foundation
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation newsletter has links to articles and podcasts about recent initiatives to improve public health. There are also links to current funding opportunities.
Legislative Report for Feb. 6
This report about recent legislative activity includes information about vaccinations, taxes on tobacco, “hold harmless” funding, and several bills of interest.
Registration Now Open for GPHA Annual Meeting and Conference
Save on your registration fee with Early Bird discounts if you register before March 16!
Georgia Ranks 38th Among All States in Health Study
A new report card detailing the health of every state has ranked Georgia 38th in the U.S. Georgia received the same rank last year, and southern states generally rank toward the bottom of the list.
Medicaid Director Stepping Down
Georgia’s Medicaid Director Jerry Dubberly is leaving his position January 2nd. The Medicaid Director for the state of Georgia oversees services for nearly 2 million Georgians enrolled in Medicaid and PeachCare.
Deal issues new policy for travelers from Ebola-affected countries
Governor Nathan Deal’s office issued a statement outlining a new policy for travelers from Ebola-affected countries. The policy includes more aggressive monitoring procedures to help the state manage the risks of disease and to better protect citizens.