GPHA has selected three legislative priorities for the coming year.
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GPHA is accepting nominations for Honorary Membership in GPHA
Members may submit nominations along with justification to the Chairperson of the Membership Committee.
Commission Recommends an Independent Agency for Public Health
The Georgia Public Health Commission has released its report to the Governor and recommends Public Health become an independent agency.
CDC Issues Report on Health Insurance Coverage in America
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently issued a report on health insurance coverage in the U.S., including a discussion of the possible impacts of the Affordable Care Act.
Now Hiring: New Job Vacancies Posted
If you’re looking for a job in public health, be sure to check our public health jobs page often. We’ve posted several new openings, and will continue to highlight new job opportunities of interest to GPHA members.
Students Urged to Consider Careers in Public Health
High school students hear a sales pitch about careers in public health.
Gubernatorial Candidates Weigh in on Public Health Issues
Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal, both candidates for Governor of Georgia, issued statements to Partner Up! for Public Health about public health and the structure of public health in Georgia.
The Capitol Corner: October 26, 2010
The Commission charged with making recommendations about the organizational structure of Public Health seems likely to recommend that Public Health become an independent agency.
November Ballot to Include Amendment Beneficial to GA's Trauma System
An amendment on the ballot would increase the car tag fee in Georgia to help fund the state’s trauma care system.
Nominations Accepted for Sellers-McCroan Award
The award is presented annually to an individual whose work has had significant impact on epidemiology and/or laboratory services at the state, district or county levels; in academia; or in hospitals. Nominations will be accepted through November 16.