Georgia Primary Care Association

02/05/2026

https://journals.lww.com/ambulatorycaremanagement/abstract/2026/01000/association_between_regional_competition_and.7.aspx?context=latestarticles

02/03/2026

https://geigergibson.publichealth.gwu.edu/community-health-centers-are-critical-source-oral-health-care-underserved-populations

This data note from the Geiger Gibson/RCHN Community Health Foundation Research Collaborative describes the range of oral health services provided by CHCs and examines recent utilization and workforce trends, highlighting innovative CHC oral health service delivery models.

01/30/2026

https://www.postandcourier.com/pee-dee/opinion/community-health-centers-accessible-affordable-primary-care/article_1215ba4b-6722-42cd-acb2-0b46302d1eaf.html

Community health centers provide accessible and affordable primary car with a focus on patient-centered approaches and ethical principles.

01/28/2026

https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/theres-no-help-how-doctors-cope-workplace-violence-2026a10001f7?form=fpf

From threats to physical attacks, violence is now routine in medicine. Clinicians describe the trauma they face and the solutions that could help.

01/21/2026

https://www.georgiatrend.com/2025/12/31/tackling-healthcare-deserts/

As we honor our Georgian of the Year John Haupert, it’s worth looking at healthcare deserts in Georgia and how affordable treatment remains an obstacle in many zip codes throughout the state. Kudos to Grady Memorial Hospital for building its freestanding emergency department in Union City, filling...

01/16/2026

https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/hospital-groups-file-lawsuit-enjoin-pharma-supported-340b-rebate-pilot

The hospital lobby has scored a court-ordered pause on the federal government's 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program just days before it was set to begin. | Hospitals, in a lawsuit filed earlier this month, had called the controversial pilot's rollout a "textbook disregard of administrative law." A feder...

01/15/2026

https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/h1b-visa-fee-rural-hospitals-foreign-worker-shortages-north-dakota/

Dozens of health care organizations have asked the Trump administration to shield the doctors, nurses, and techs they need to fill shortages from the president’s new $100,000 visa fee for skilled foreign workers. So far, there’s no sign of a reprieve.

01/14/2026

https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5657331-healthcare-top-priority-americans/

More Americans are listing health care as a top priority with Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire by the end of the year, according to a new poll. Almost 4 in 10 U.S. adults named health ca…

01/13/2026

https://www.kff.org/state-health-policy-data/first-year-rural-health-fund-awards-range-from-less-than-100-per-rural-resident-in-ten-states-to-more-than-500-in-eight/

This policy watch evaluates state awards through the rural health fund in 2026, the first year of the program. The analysis shows relatively modest variations in total awards this year across states but wide variation in how much states will receive per rural resident.

01/10/2026

https://www.wtoc.com/2026/01/05/department-health-warns-widespread-flu-activity-georgia

The Department of Public Health is warning Georgians of widespread flu activity as locals return to work and school after the holidays.

01/09/2026

GPCA is thrilled to share that YourTown Health is now home to its very own "Free Little Library & Pantry" in Palmetto, GA!

This cheerful “take a book, leave a book” space is all about inspiring a love of reading and supporting our community. Alongside great stories to discover, you’ll also find a pantry stocked with non-perishable food items for anyone in need.

We invite health center advocates, patients, and neighbors to stop by, browse, contribute, and help YourTown Health spread a little kindness — one book and one meal at a time. 💛

01/08/2026

https://accesswdun.com/news/governor-kemp-announces-218-8-million-award-for-first-year-of-great-health-program

Governor Brian Kemp in partnership with the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH), announced in December that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded the State of Georgia $218.8 million for the first of five years of the Georgia Rural Enhancement and Transformation of H...