Rabies can spread to humans through the bite of an infected animal and, if untreated, can ultimately result in death.
The strategy includes a hospital-based violence prevention program.
Recent lab results have confirmed that West Nile Virus is in DeKalb County, health officials announced Tuesday.
Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in DeKalb County.
See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in DeKalb County and across GA.
Publix, Walgreens, Walmart pharmacies are working with federal officials to offer free N95 masks in varying sizes at GA stores this week.
Starbucks, including stores in Decatur, suspended its vaccination policy to reflect a Supreme Court ruling blocking a federal mandate.
Dire blood shortages are forcing doctors in Georgia and Decatur to delay blood transfusions for those who need them.
Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in DeKalb County and across GA.
Georgia does not mandate a vaccine and prohibits "vaccine passports." A few cities, however, do require proof of vaccination.
The DeKalb County site is located at 2994 Turner Hill Road in Stonecrest.
Dr. Janelle Vega, board-certified dermatologist of Mayoral Dermatology, says shower with lukewarm water, not hot, to keep skin hydrated.
Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in DeKalb County and across GA.
Here's where to find COVID-19 testing sites in DeKalb County as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise before the holidays.
Approximately 58 percent of DeKalb County Government employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
More people are getting tested for the coronavirus as they prepare to travel for the holidays. Here are testing some sites in Decatur.
Boosters available in Decatur help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.
A Georgia resident infected with the omicron variant of the coronavirus was confirmed after travel to South Africa, officials said.
Children ages 5-11 can now get the COVID-19 vaccination in DeKalb County.
Pregnant women in DeKalb County have moderate vulnerability to poor health outcomes, according to a new analysis.
The woman sat in the waiting room for seven hours before she decided to leave. A bill still came.
Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. is recalling some garden salads in Georgia because of a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, Oct. 23.
The CDC has issued updated holiday 2021 guidance as Georgians prepare for Thanksgiving, Christmas and other celebrations.
A new poll found nearly 1 in 5 parents are too stressed to cook, resulting in more and more drive-thru dinner trips.
Decatur City Manager Andrea Arnold announced a new policy for city workers. They must get the COVID-19 vaccine or undergo weekly testing.
Anyone 12 and older will receive a $100 prepaid debit card Saturday at Stonecrest Mall when they get their COVID-19 vaccination.
The final tally of DeKalb County's vaccination event this weekend showed 2,526 people got vaccinated against COVID-19.
NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo and gospel singer Dottie Peoples will make appearances at DeKalb County's vaccination event Saturday.
Four mobile vaccination unit stops have been added on a rotating basis through mid-September. Here's where and when the stops will happen.
Emory Decatur, Hillandale and University hospitals are all facing overcrowding issues, turning away ambulances or diverting patients.
A county vaccine event, which featured NBA stars Dikembe Mutombo & Dominique Wilkins, had to be closed off early due to high turnout.
Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in DeKalb County.
The back-to-school COVID-19 vaccination and testing event at The Gallery at South DeKalb Mall gives residents a chance to earn $50.
Two Kroger stores in Decatur have teamed up with Lyft to provide rides to COVID-19 vaccine appointments.
DeKalb County officials are giving out $50 prepaid cards to the first 300 residents who get a COVID-19 vaccination at an event Saturday.
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage plans offer benefits to support whole health, from nutritional support to home helpers.
Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.