Georgia Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics: June 2021

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

A disturbing number of hospital workers still unvaccinated | Georgia Health News

Fauci warns there may soon be 'two Americas' as divide widens between vaccinated and unvaccinated areas - CNN

Crossing Camp in Schuyler County: More than 80 teens and staffers at an Illinois summer camp got Covid-19 - CNN

Nearly 70% of U.S. physicians now employed by hospitals or corporations, report finds

Suicidal crises, mental fatigue: Kids grapple with reentry

Georgia did not do infection-control inspections of hospitals during pandemic

Tuesday, June 29, 2021

High Curiosity in Infancy Carries Through to Toddler Years - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

High Curiosity in Infancy Carries Through to Toddler Years - Consumer Health News | HealthDay: TUESDAY, June 29, 2021 (HealthDay News) -- Using a bit of sleight of hand, researchers were able to demonstrate that babies who were the most intrigued with magic tricks became the most curious toddlers.The children's early delight in the unexpected could be a sign of their future thinking skills, t...

Hospitals, corporations own nearly half of medical practices spurred by COVID-19 disruption: report | FierceHealthcare

Medicaid work rules in Arizona, Indiana scrapped by CMS

W.H.O. Urges Masking for the Vaccinated, in Split With C.D.C. - The New York Times

New laws in Georgia going into effect Thursday July 1

Monday, June 28, 2021

Deadline Nears For Parents Of Special-Needs Students To Apply For COVID Reimbursements | 90.1 FM WABE

1 in 4 Parents Worry Their Child Isn't Reaching Milestones - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Telehealth use falls 37% from pandemic highs, while demand for healthcare services projected to flatten: report | FierceHealthcare

Delta: WHO urges fully vaccinated people to continue to wear masks as variant spreads

Children and Covid: Journalists Explore Grief and Vaccine Side Effects | Kaiser Health News

High costs, high deductibles inspire consumers to pay cash for drugs

Ending COVID state of emergency in Georgia could have wide effects

Friday, June 25, 2021

Respiratory infection RSV surges in South as mask use, distancing decline | Georgia Health News

No Drop in Teens' Use of Pot, Binge Drinking Despite Pandemic Lockdowns - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

The WHO Didn’t Reverse Its Position on Kids and Covid Vaccines | Kaiser Health News

No Vacancy: How a Shortage of Mental Health Beds Keeps Kids Trapped Inside ERs | Kaiser Health News

Thursday, June 24, 2021

Study Suggests COVID Vaccine Booster Shots Will Be Needed - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

C-Section Babies Miss Out on Mom's 'Microbiome,' But Treatment Can Change That - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

To debunk COVID-19 vaccine myths, health officials should turn to the same source that spreads them—social media | FierceHealthcare

To debunk COVID-19 vaccine myths, health officials should turn to the same source that spreads them—social media | FierceHealthcare: In their efforts to debunk vaccine myths, doctors are trying to combat a deluge of misinformation and false stories rampantly spreading on social media platforms like Facebook. Social media is the battlefield right now for vaccine trust efforts, one public official said.

Biden Quietly Transforms Medicaid Safety Net | Kaiser Health News

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

DCH chief to retire; successor to face challenges | Georgia Health News

Marijuana Use Tied to Higher Odds for Thoughts of Suicide - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Thousands of Young Children Lost Parents to Covid. Where’s Help for Them? | Kaiser Health News

Georgia governor to end public health state of emergency on July 1

Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Sharing Bed With Baby: Dangerous, and It Won't Boost 'Attachment,' Study Shows - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Obesity in Teens Raises Adult Diabetes Risk, Even After Weight Loss - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Underlying Medical Conditions Up Risk for Severe COVID-19 in Children - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

UnitedHealth Group wants to close 600M gaps in care by 2025. Here's how | FierceHealthcare

Hospitals, Insurers Invest Big Dollars to Tackle Patients’ Social Needs | Kaiser Health News

Plastic surgeons challenge UnitedHealthcare breast reconstruction policy

Monday, June 21, 2021

All Kids Should Be Screened For Heart Issues, According to the American Academy of Pediatrics. - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

HHS doling out $80M to improve public health IT, COVID-19 data collection | FierceHealthcare

US coronavirus: The states at risk of an aggressive and more dangerous Covid-19 variant. - CNN

Democrats seek new ways to expand Medicaid in holdout states | TheHill

Nurses and Docs at Long Beach Center ‘Consider It an Honor’ to Care for Migrant Children | Kaiser Health News

House bill would ban arbitration clauses in health insurance contracts

Congressional Democrats hope to expand coverage in Medicaid, Medicare this year

More than 32,000 Gwinnett students are back in classrooms

Friday, June 18, 2021

As insurer repays millions to 2 states, Georgia may be next | Georgia Health News

Dads of 'Preemie' Babies Can Be Hit by Depression - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Supreme Court preserves ACA in 7-2 ruling that latest challenge doesn't have standing | FierceHealthcare

Pandemic Swells Medicaid Enrollment to 80 Million People, a ‘High-Water Mark’ | Kaiser Health News

Pandemic Swells Medicaid Enrollment to 80 Million People, a ‘High-Water Mark’ | Kaiser Health News: More than 80 million Americans with low incomes were receiving health coverage through the federal-state program in January. The program now covers nearly 1 in 4 people nationwide.

Pandemic Swells Medicaid Enrollment to 80 Million People, a ‘High-Water Mark’ | Kaiser Health News

What Kids Learned From the COVID-19 Pandemic | Time

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Fast-Food Companies Spending More on Ads Aimed at Youth - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Treating Teachers' Depression Could Boost Young Students' Grades: Study - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

U.S. buys 200 million additional doses of Moderna’s COVID vaccine - Axios

U.S. buys 200 million additional doses of Moderna’s COVID vaccine - Axios: The additional doses could be used for children or as a booster shot.

Indonesian doctors sick despite Chinese Sinovac vaccine: COVID updates

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Big Rise in U.S. Teens Identifying As Gay, Bisexual - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

For Toddlers, Pandemic Shapes Development During Formative Years | Kaiser Health News

Senators advocate for pay models that integrate primary, mental healthcare

Anthem joins Civica Rx subsidiary

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Another contract standoff looms between United, Northside | Georgia Health News

Dirty Air in Pregnancy Might Raise Baby's Obesity Risk - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

UPDATED Coronavirus tracker: Routine pediatric vaccinations fell behind schedule during pandemic | FierceHealthcare

Centene to pay $143 million for overcharging Medicaid for drugs

Georgia passes up millions of COVID vaccine doses as demand shrinks

Clayton County child dies after contracting COVID-19

Emory University partners on COVID-19 vaccine booster shot study

Monday, June 14, 2021

Anti-Vaccine Activists Spread Fear About COVID Vaccines With Selective Data : Shots - Health News : NPR

Teens Who Text While Driving May Take Other Risks Behind the Wheel - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

There Are Many Good Reasons for Kids to Get the COVID Vaccine - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Gun Suicides Are Rising Steeply Among American Youth - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

UnitedHealthcare delays new ED claims denial policy

Physician shortage narrows as industry adds GME slots, APPs

HHS Provider Relief Funds spend deadline extended

Save it, spend it, give it back: What will Georgia do with record surplus?

Friday, June 11, 2021

Medicaid is a hassle for doctors. That’s hurting patients. - Vox

Nonprofit: 1 in 6 Ga. children aren't sure where their next meal is coming from | Local News | northwestgeorgianews.com

Moderna files for FDA authorization for Covid vaccine in younger teens, adolescents

FDA advisers debate standards on a coronavirus vaccine for young children - The Washington Post

Doctor on Call? Lawmakers Debate How Much to Pay for Phone Appointments | Kaiser Health News

OSHA releases COVID-19 healthcare worker safety requirements

Georgia changes strategy on promoting COVID vaccines, as daily vaccination total keeps falling

Who Gets to Count as a Health Care Expert? | Time

Thursday, June 10, 2021

Centene launches new COVID vaccine outreach campaign | FierceHealthcare

Delta COVID-19 variant found in India, now in Georgia | 11alive.com

Can a Subscription Model Fix Primary Care in the US? | Kaiser Health News

Healthcare providers to get more guidance on COVID relief

AHA asks UnitedHealthcare to reverse ED claims policy

Healthcare costs projected to increase 6.5% in 2022

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Vaccinations More Urgent as Variant That Crippled India Shows Up in the U.S. - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Becerra pledges to offer providers guidance and flexibility on June 30 COVID-19 relief fund deadline | FierceHealthcare

An Anti-Vaccine Film Targeted to Black Americans Spreads False Information | Kaiser Health News

Gen. Z needs to get vaccinated, and this college student has TikToks to make it happen

Teen COVID hospitalization spike spurs mass vaccination effort

COVID-19 vaccines must be free to patients, HHS' Becerra warns

Tuesday, June 8, 2021

UPDATED Coronavirus tracker: Adolescent hospitalizations for COVID tick up in March, April, CDC says | FierceHealthcare

Youth Vaping Rates Decline, But 1 in 5 U.S. Teens Still Uses E-Cigs - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Your Teen's Smartphone Could Be Key to Unhealthy Weight - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Boeing Tested Air Purifiers Like Those Widely Used in Schools. It Decided Not to Use Them in Planes. | Kaiser Health News

Fisher-Price Ignored Safety Warnings Even After Infants Started Dying: Report : NPR

WHO: High vaccination rates can help reduce risk of variants

Medical study used in treatment of epilepsy patients draws questions

Monday, June 7, 2021

RSV child respiratory illness spreading in metro Atlanta | 11alive.com

In Missouri and other states, flawed data make it hard to track vaccine equity | FierceHealthcare

Though facing the federal axe, state’s Medicaid waiver plans moving ahead | Georgia Health News

CDC says hospitalizations are rising in teens with COVID-19 - CBS News

Covid Was a Tipping Point for Telehealth. If Some Have Their Way, Virtual Visits Are Here to Stay. | Kaiser Health News

CMS could pull Georgia's waiver to privatize its ACA marketplace

United unveils policy to retroactively deny patient ED claims

Most Atlanta students to return to in-person learning next year

Friday, June 4, 2021

Children Ages 2 and Up Who Aren’t Fully Vaccinated Should Continue to Wear Face Masks, the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommends

Sepsis cases increased among children during COVID-19 pandemic

Cobb, Marietta schools to provide free summer meals to children

Metro Atlanta districts launch summer school programs

Feds question Kemp plan to block ACA shopping website in Georgia

Thursday, June 3, 2021

Allergy Treatment Crucial If Your Child Has Asthma - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Kemp uses federal relief to help Boys & Girls Clubs close learning gaps

Some Georgians go without health coverage during disagreement on Medicaid expansion

Gwinnett school district drops mask requirement

Expanding insurance coverage is top priority for new CMS administrator

Bill to add primary-care, dental student training positions

Bill to add primary-care, dental student training positions: A bill from two key healthcare leaders in Congress would permanently fund and expand the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education program.

Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Hospital closure: A rural Black community loses a lifeline | Georgia Health News

Scientists Discover Rare Form of ALS That Can Strike Kids - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Yale New Haven Children's to address 'long COVID' in kids

Primary-care providers face new challenges, new competitors

Metro Atlanta school districts reconsider mask policies

Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Kemp order bans GA school districts from mandating masks | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

Mom's Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Could Affect Child's Stroke Risk Decades Later - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Foster and migrant kids shut out from Covid vaccinations - POLITICO

No Masks Needed At Summer Camp For Vaccinated Campers And Staff, CDC Says : Shots - Health News : NPR

Bill proposes allowing more foreign physician residents

Biden budget boosts funds for health, pandemic preparedness

COVID-19 vaccines can be required by employers, feds say