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Coronavirus FAQ: Testing confuses me! When to do it? Is 'negative' always reliable?

With COVID case counts falling and rising, testing is critical. But how many days after exposure should I test? And if I have symptoms but test negative, might the test not be accurate?

April 16, 2022
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By:
  • Melody Schreiber
A friend's invitation to fly in for a visit at their vacation cabin came with a request for a COVID-19 precaution that seemed ... not very helpful.

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Coronavirus FAQ: Should I humor my friend's request for a pointless COVID precaution?

Fly in and stay with us at our cabin, they said. And get a COVID test right after your flight to see if you picked up an infection while traveling. But that's too soon for a meaningful test result.

October 08, 2021
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  • Marc Silver
Doctors in metro Atlanta give a joint press conference outside Mercedes-Benz Stadium Aug. 19, 2021

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Top Doctors From Major Hospital Systems Beg Georgians: Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Doctors say they expect the current COVID-19 surge to continue and that things will only get worse before getting better. Unlike before, patients are younger and sicker. 

August 20, 2021
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  • Ellen Eldridge
A COVID-19 vaccination record card is shown at Seton Medical Center during the coronavirus pandemic in Daly City, Calif., Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020.

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Political Rewind: Vax Up And Mask Up Amid Delta Variant Spike, Public Health Leaders Urge

Today on Political Rewind: The spread of the delta variant combined with a continuing low rate of vaccinations have led to a dramatic spike in cases of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. The news can seem scary. We assembled a panel of top public health experts to help demystify the state of the virus today.

August 04, 2021
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Emilia Brock ,
  • and 1 more
A school bus with its stop sign closing

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'It's Like Letting A School Bus Driver Who's Drunk Drive Kids,' Says COVID Expert

Schools across Georgia all have different rules when it comes to masks and social distancing. But some experts including Amber Schmidtke say they’re ignoring data about the delta variant and the rising number of young people getting COVID-19. 

August 02, 2021
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  • Ellen Eldridge
How To Find A Vaccine In Georgia

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Find A Georgia COVID-19 Vaccine Provider

A how to on finding a coronavirus vaccine in Georgia.

February 11, 2021
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By:
  • Grant Blankenship
Dr. Rochelle Walensky is President-elect Joe Biden's pick to head the CDC. Here, she speaks at a 2006 HIV conference in Washington, D.C.

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Biden Names Massachusetts Doctor To Lead CDC

Dr. Rochelle Walensky is an infectious disease expert and teaches at Harvard Medical School. She will replace Robert Redfield, the current director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

December 08, 2020
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By:
  • Brakkton Booker

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