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Weekly COVID Report | Monday, April 24, 2023

Weekly COVID Report | Monday, April 24, 2023

In this weekly COVID report, Bulloch County’s risk status remains LOW by COVIDACTNOW and CDC tracker. Georgia's statewide remains LOW.
UGA CARE Center partners with Bulloch County ROAD Foundation for increasing Alzheimers awareness

UGA CARE Center partners with Bulloch County ROAD Foundation for increasing Alzheimers awareness

The UGA CARE Center has partnered with the Bulloch County Rockin' Out Alzheimer's Disease (ROAD) Foundation to bring increased awareness and support systems to those dealing with Alzheimer's and other dementia-related illnesses in Bulloch County. The CARE Center's local action plan is set to take effect in August 2023.
Georgia Medicaid redetermination begins

Georgia Medicaid redetermination begins

After a three-year pandemic pause, Georgia resumes regular eligibility checks for Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids® members.
Weekly COVID Report | Monday, April 17, 2023

Weekly COVID Report | Monday, April 17, 2023

In this weekly COVID report, Bulloch County’s risk status remains LOW by COVIDACTNOW and CDC tracker. Georgia's statewide remains LOW.
EGRMC recognizes Stephanie Lastinger as Employee of the Month

EGRMC recognizes Stephanie Lastinger as Employee of the Month

One nomination describes Lastinger as, “dependable, caring and definitely a team player. The work ethics that she possesses are what the healthcare field needs on a daily basis from us all."
Weekly COVID Report | Monday, April 10, 2023

Weekly COVID Report | Monday, April 10, 2023

In this weekly COVID report, Bulloch County’s risk status remains LOW by COVIDACTNOW and CDC tracker. Georgia's statewide remains LOW.
East Georgia Regional Medical Center releases community benefit report

East Georgia Regional Medical Center releases community benefit report

“The vital care we provide is only one part of the broad impact we have. We are a cornerstone of this community and we are committed to doing all we can to provide excellent healthcare services and to making Statesboro and Bulloch County a healthier, better community for all,” said CEO Stephen Pennington.  
Medicaid members urged to update contact information as redetermination begins

Medicaid members urged to update contact information as redetermination begins

To stay informed about their individual redetermination process and timeline, members should update their contact information in Gateway at gateway.ga.gov as soon as possible.
Colorectal cancer: Screening is the key to early detection

Colorectal cancer: Screening is the key to early detection

Screening for colon cancer should begin at age 45 for both men and women. EGRMC's Dr. Tyler Cowart offers guidance.
EGRMC honors medical staff on Doctors' Day

EGRMC honors medical staff on Doctors' Day

The hospital chose to honor the medical staff on Doctors’ Day by making donations to community organizations, chosen by the providers, in lieu of gifts. This year’s recipients were Fostering Bulloch, Bulloch County Boys & Girls Club, Christian Social Ministries, Hearts and Hands Clinic, and Ogeechee Area Hospice.