Omicron could be headed for a rapid drop in Britain, US
Scientists are seeing signals that COVID-19′s alarming omicron wave may have peaked in Britain and is about to do the same in the U.S., at which point cases may start dropping off dramatically.
US Army offering $50K bonuses to recruits amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Army, for the first time, is offering a maximum enlistment bonus of $50,000 to highly skilled recruits who sign up for six years.
Mass call-outs delay trash, recycling pickups in Atlanta
The Atlanta sanitation office got dozens of call-outs daily and managers did not have enough crews to service the entire city.
Trend of intentionally catching omicron variant is ‘never a good idea,’ doctor warns
According to healthcare professionals, the recent trend of trying to get infected with the omicron variant on purpose is risky and not advised.
How to find at-home COVID-19 tests: Websites track availability as demand surges
At-home COVID tests are this year’s hottest item, and websites that normally keep track of everything from the elusive PS5 to children’s toys are now helping people find the test kits amidst a surge in demand.
Walmart, Sam's Club pharmacies to carry COVID-19 antiviral medication
Walmart customers and community healthcare providers can use a store locator to check the availability of Paxlovid and Molnupiravir in Georgia.
Pneumonia, myocarditis, multisystem inflammatory syndrome - what Michigan doctors see in kids with COVID-19
According to state health officials, there are 107 kids currently in patient beds around Michigan - a record-high for the pandemic.
Cold medicine shortage: COVID surge, flu season leading to empty shelves
Shoppers across DFW are encountering medicine shelves that are empty or close to it. One employee at an East Dallas pharmacy called it "the new toilet paper shortage.”
Omicron surge: Georgia opens mega-testing sites in Marietta, Stonecrest
As the number of COVID-19 cases increase in Georgia, health officials respond by opening two mega testing sites on Monday.
COVID sick time: Stay home or work? Omicron poses conundrum
Millions of workers whose jobs don’t provide paid sick days are having to choose between their health and their paycheck as the omicron variant of COVID-19 rages across the nation.
How soon can you get vaccinated after having COVID-19? Here's what health experts say
People recently infected with COVID-19 may be curious when it's safe and effective for them to get a vaccine or possibly a booster dose. Here are public health officials' responses to common questions.
Officials warn of scams as demand for COVID-19 testing continues
As the demand for COVID-19 testing in Georgia continues to be high, officials are warning people about scams.
Omicron surge: Union leader says city workers with COVID-19 getting called back early
Pagnotta told FOX 5, and the city confirms, more than one dozen communication staffers are sidelined right now because of positive COVID-19 tests.
Georgia loosens quarantine and contact tracing in schools
Georgia is easing COVID-19 quarantine and contact tracing requirements in schools as Gov. Brian Kemp urges superintendents to keep students attending in person.
Hospitalizations skyrocket in kids too young for COVID shots
COVID hospitalizations of children under 5 have soared in recent weeks to their highest level since the pandemic began. Children under 5 are the only age group in the U.S. not yet eligible for the vaccine.
Royal Caribbean, Norwegian cancel cruises amid omicron outbreak fears
Royal Caribbean Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line announced the cancellation of some voyages amid the spread of omicron and “ongoing travel restrictions.”
Omicron surge: Walmart closes stores in metro Atlanta for deep cleaning
Several Walmart stores in metro Atlanta are temporarily closing because of high cases of COVID-19.
Only a 30 minute wait for a COVID-19 test: Brookhaven partners with testing site
We've all seen, heard or experienced the long lines at COVID testing sites around the area. One site has managed to cut the wait time to under an hour thanks to a strong partnership with the city of Brookhaven.
Omicron surge: Georgia works to correct issues with daily COVID-19 numbers
The Georgia Department of Public Health said it continues to experience issues with its publishing daily COVID-19 numbers as the omicron variant continues to spread.
Record weekly COVID-19 cases reported worldwide but fewer deaths, WHO says
The World Health Organization noted a 71% increase from the previous 7-day period that the U.N. health agency likened to a “tsunami.”