SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The Coastal Health District is partnering with counties to hold back-to-school clinics for children. First-time Georgia students — those enrolling in a Georgia school for the first time in their lives — have to complete a Certificate of Vision, Hearing, Dental, and Nutrition screening form, according to the Coastal Health District.… Keep Reading
CHATHAM COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) — On the last day of Mental Health Month, ABC11 highlights an uplifting story about a real grassroots effort to help people with mental illness. Construction is underway on the Tiny Home Village at the Farm at Penny Road for the mentally ill in Chatham County. “Affordable housing is a major driver of… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Alzheimer’s Association announced their fundraising event Dancing Stars of Coastal Georgia will make a virtual return this summer. The event will showcase entertaining dance routines while raising awareness and support for the Alzheimer’s Association. Organizers say the event will premiere on Thursday, June 17 at 7:00 p.m. Continue Reading on… Keep Reading
(SAVANNAH, GA) International seafarers will be vaccinated in Savannah starting Monday, May 24 at 8:45 a.m. as part of Operation Seafarer Vaccination. The new project was developed by the Rotary Club of Savannah (RCoS) in partnership with the Chatham County Health Department/Coastal Health District, Community Organized Relief Efforts (CORE), Curogram, Georgia Ports Authority, Colonial Group,… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – It’s been here since St. Patrick’s Day, but will soon be gone. GEMA’s mass vaccination site at Gulfstream will give their last shot Friday afternoon. Officials say the mission was far from what they are used to but are leaving proud of what they have accomplished in three months’ time. They… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – If you live in Chatham County, free COVID-19 vaccine is coming to a location near you. The Chatham County Health Department is partnering with CORE (CommunityOrganized Relief Effort) to offer pop-up vaccination clinics throughout the county. The first two mobile clinics will be held this weekend. Friday, May 14th from 10am-4… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTGS) — On Friday, Chatham County’s Board of Commissioners were provided an update on the status of COVID-19 in our area following some major announcements earlier this week from the CDC. Dr. Lawton Davis with the Coastal Health District reported that COVID-19 numbers are looking positive across Chatham County. “The good news is that… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expanded Pfizer’s emergency use authorization (EUA) Monday to include 12 through 15-year-olds. In a press release, the FDA says the company’s vaccine meets criteria to amend the EUA for use on the age group. Continue Reading on WSAV.com Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTGS) — To kick off May as National Bicycle Safety Month, the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) is bringing bike safety events to Savannah on Thursday. AAA, Bike Walk Savannah, GOHS and local law enforcement will highlight bike lights and safe cycling before going on a group bike ride at 9 a.m. Thursday… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – May is Mental Health Awareness Month and counselors from across the state are gathering in Savannah this week for their annual convention. WSAV NOW reporter Claire Going spoke with members of the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia about recent trends they’re seeing. Continue Reading on WSAV.com Keep Reading
