SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Some colleges and universities — including Duke University, most recently — are now requiring students, staff and faculty members to get the coronavirus vaccine. It’s part of a nationwide effort to safely return to in-person classes in the fall. In March, the University System of Georgia put out its recommendations for… Keep Reading
Wondering where you can make an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine in Georgia and South Carolina? You’re not alone. WHERE CAN I GET IT? Regardless of which state you’re in, try your medical professionals first: your local health department, local hospitals and pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS. But also keep an eye out for grocery stores and department… Keep Reading
ATLANTA — We’re breaking down the trends and relaying information from across the state of Georgia as it comes in, bringing perspective to the data and context to the trends. Visit the 11Alive coronavirus page for comprehensive coverage, find out what you need to know about Georgia specifically, learn more about the symptoms, and keep tabs on the cases around the… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTGS) — With kids learning virtually school is different, but so are their eating habits. One local dietician said she’s seen changes in those habits over the past year. Children’s Wellness Dietician Kelsey Parkman has worked with many kids at the Memorial Health Children’s Hospital. One of the biggest problems she is seeing is… Keep Reading
In one more baby step that could be in the direction of returning to a new normal, drug manufacturer Pfizer announced Wednesday morning the promising results of its COVID vaccine on young teenagers. The results of the study showed that in a Phase 3 trial among 2,260 12- to 15-year-olds in the United States, 18 in… Keep Reading
April 1, 2021 – The month of April has been designated Alcohol Awareness Month in the USA since 1987. This national movement was established to draw attention to the causes and effects of alcohol abuse, educate communities, reduce the stigma around alcoholism, and provide recovery solutions. In a Georgia Student Health Survey of 14,123 students… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – A huge milestone for vaccine distribution in Chatham County. The Coastal Health District has given out over 100,000 vaccines. While that is a lot of doses given out, Ginger Heidel, risk communicator for the Coastal Health District, said they are still seeing a high demand of people who are scheduling to… Keep Reading
SAVANAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Some say it is racist. Others say it makes Georgia’s elections more secure. Some Savannah activists say Senate Bill 202 will hinder their abilities to make voting easier in the Coastal Empire. “I feel like part of the bill was aimed directly at the League of Women Voters of Coastal Georgia,” said Rebecca… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, GA — The coronavirus pandemic has put many things on hold for the past year, but the need for local blood donations hasn’t ebbed. The pandemic, combined with severe weather in much of the country, has challenged the nation’s blood supply. All blood types are needed, especially type O. In most states, donors need… Keep Reading
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – More than 2,000 people have been vaccinated at the GEMA Mass Vaccination Site at Gulfstream. A lot of that happening thanks to dozens of Georgia National Guard members. It’s a mission they weren’t planning on, but haven’t backed down from. Georgia National Guard members all signed up to serve, but when… Keep Reading
