Health

Statesboro Mayor McCollar Seeks Volunteers for Vaccine Info Session

On Saturday, May 15th, Mayor McCollar looks to share information about the COVID-19 vaccine. He's currently looking for individuals to help pass out vaccine flyers to local residents of Statesboro & surrounding cities.

May 9, 2021 5:15 PM Read more >

COVID Deaths Fall Statewide to Lowest Point Since July

Daily reported coronavirus deaths have plummeted in Georgia to their lowest point since July, a testament, public health experts say, to the ability of vaccines to reduce spread and protect the most vulnerable. Based on a report for the AJC.

May 8, 2021 9:11 PM Read more >

Children Now Represent 22.4% of New COVID Cases

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released data that shows children now make up 22.4% of new COVID cases. Roughly one year ago, children represented only 3% of the new COVID cases in the U.S.

May 7, 2021 3:38 PM Read more >

DPH Says Best Way to Fight COVID Variants are Masks & Vaccines

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) & the Mayo Clinic say the best way to fight COVID variants is to wear masks and get vaccinated.

May 6, 2021 4:40 PM Read more >

Bulloch County Reaches 12,000 Fully Vaccinated Citizens

The Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) reports that Bulloch County has reached 12,126 fully vaccinated citizens. The county reached 11,000 fully vaccinated individuals on the 26th of April, roughly a week ago.

May 5, 2021 3:46 PM Read more >

Candler Reports One Death, No Appts Needed for COVID Vaccines

Every Tuesday, starting tomorrow - Tuesday May 4th, the Bulloch County Health Department will be administering Moderna COVID vaccines from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. You do not need an appointment to receive the vaccine and there is no out-of-pocket cost.

May 3, 2021 3:35 PM Read more >

CDC on Summer Camps: How to Prevent & Respond to COVID Cases

The Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) offers guidance for operating Youth Summer Camps during COVID.

May 2, 2021 5:15 PM Read more >

Vaccines are 94% effective in preventing Hospitalizations

The Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID vaccines are 94% effective at preventing hospitalization in fully vaccinated adults 65 or older, according to a small study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last Wednesday, April 28th.

May 1, 2021 5:27 PM Read more >

Bulloch County Reports First COVID Death in a Week

Bulloch County reports the first COVID death since April 22, seven days ago. Total COVID deaths for Bulloch County is now at 113, 64 were PCR deaths & 49 were deaths where the individuals tested positive for COVID via Rapid Antigen test.

Apr 29, 2021 4:39 PM Read more >

Bulloch County's Risk Level Has Changed to Medium Risk

According to CovidActNow, the risk level for Bulloch County has decreased. Bulloch County was previously at high risk meaning the virus was not contained & spreading quickly.

Apr 28, 2021 5:00 PM Read more >