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How to stay safe during hurricane season

Stock a kit with food, water, medications and stay informed with national, local officials It’s been an unusually quiet hurricane season so far. But that may change with Hurricane Gabrielle

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month Since 1949, May has been observed as Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. During this month, we amplify the importance of reducing stigma and

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Maintain your distance to ‘flatten the curve’

You’ve heard all the public health experts say it: Disrupting the spread of coronavirus means social distancing. But what exactly is social distancing? Why is it important? And how do

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How first responders can protect themselves

EMS, police, and health care workers need to take special precautions Healthcare personnel working on the front lines to contain and prevent the spread of the new coronavirus that originated

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Three IDM Student Employees Recognized in UGA’s 2026 Student Employee of the Year Competition

Each year, the University of Georgia recognizes its top 100 student employees through a competitive nomination process. This honor draws awareness to the outstanding achievements of the working students who

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Caring for the Canine First Responder

UGA researchers propose national training standard for OpK9 emergency care You wake up on a Monday morning, strap on your gear, and get ready to head out for a 12-hour

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Heat poses additional risks post-hurricane

Researchers urge adoption of official fifth hurricane hazard A new study from the University of Georgia suggests hurricanes may now pose an additional danger to people through heat exposure. Hurricanes