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MCG students to help lead statewide public health response to COVID-19 pandemic

March 24, 2020Woman smilingJennifer Hilliard Scott

The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is helping lead the statewide response to the COVID-19 pandemic with the creation of a pandemic medicine course that will mobilize the medical school’s statewide faculty and see up to 400 third...

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Augusta University Health holds first routine telehealth medical visit

March 23, 2020Lisa Kaylor

William Nelson is the first patient to be seen virtually by his primary care physician. The measure is an attempt to reduce the 94-year-old's exposure to COVID-19 by having him remain at home.

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USG issues non-closure emergency leave policy

March 23, 2020Avatar photoStaff

The University System of Georgia has allowed presidents to permit Non-Closure Emergency Leave with pay for regular full- and part-time employees who are not essential, and cannot telework or benefit from flexible scheduling.

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What you need to know about getting tested for COVID-19

March 23, 2020Avatar photoStaff

“Approximately 80 percent of people will experience mild to no symptoms,” said Dr. Phillip Coule, chief medical officer for Augusta University Health.

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HCCU will host shred day and blood drive to benefit Paceline

March 23, 2020Avatar photoStacey Eidson

Why not help out the Georgia Cancer Center and Shepeard Community Blood Center at the same time? HCCU is hosting a shred day and blood drive on Saturday, March 28.

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Campus NewsStudent Success

Admission criteria adjusted after SAT/ACT tests canceled

March 23, 2020Raysean Ricks

In response to the cancellation of spring SAT and ACT testing dates, Augusta University applicants for Summer and Fall 2020 do not need to submit ACT or SAT scores for admission consideration.

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Augusta University Health physicians named America’s Top Doctors for 2020

March 23, 2020Danielle Harris

Find out who was named among the nation's top doctors for 2020.

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Augusta University Health teams up with Georgia Department of Public Health for COVID-19 virtual screenings

March 23, 2020Woman's head shotHeather Henley

People across Georgia with symptoms related to COVID-19 can now be screened and tested for COVID-19 more quickly, thanks to a partnership between Augusta University Health and the Georgia Department of Public Health.

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Academic Success Center moves online for students

March 23, 2020Raysean Ricks

The Academic Success Center is available online for students who need tutoring and academic coaching.

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CEPaR’s COVID-19 guidance while on campus

March 23, 2020Danielle Harris

Learn how the university's Office of Critical Event Preparedness and Response is helping manage the growing concerns resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Watch: Georgia Cancer Center Q&A on COVID-19 and Kidney Cancer Awareness Month

March 23, 2020Avatar photoStaff

On a special edition of the Georgia Cancer Center Facebook Live Q&A, we discussed COVID-19 and how it can affect a cancer patient’s life.

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4 things students should know right now – March 21

March 21, 2020Student Life and Engagement

Get information about student health resources and more in our latest FAQ.

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Campus services updates for week of March 23

March 20, 2020Avatar photoDenise Parrish

Please note these changes for parking, shuttles, dining and other campus services beginning March 23.

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Students begin moving out of residence halls

March 20, 2020man smilingMiguelangelo Hernandez

“As far as us and Student Affairs, this is the heart of what we do ... We’re not going to stop engaging just because they’re not here.”

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Special screening efforts for COVID-19 aim to keep ER staff, patients safe

March 20, 2020Lisa Kaylor

As patients arrive at the emergency room, they are greeted at the door by a health professional on a video screen who asks about the symptoms they’re experiencing.

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Campus NewsCommunityEmployeesStudent Success

Volunteer needs changing amid COVID-19 pandemic

March 20, 2020Avatar photoDenise Parrish

Preventing the spread of COVID-19 makes it an unusual circumstance for coordinating volunteer efforts.

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Campus NewsEmployees

Watch: President Keel virtual town hall on COVID-19

March 19, 2020Woman's head shotHeather Henley

Augusta University President Brooks A. Keel, PhD, gives an update to keep everyone in our community informed and safe during the global coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

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Know your USG health care and other benefits resources during COVID-19

March 19, 2020Avatar photoStaff

As the situation related to COVID-19 evolves, we want to make sure you are aware of the important benefits and resources available to you through the USG Benefits programs.

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Novel coronavirus test provides fast, accurate results

March 19, 2020Toni Baker

“We want patients and physicians in our community to have timely access to information that will ultimately benefit us all by helping limit spread of the virus,” says Dr. Ravindra Kolhe, director of the GEM Lab.

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‘We are all in this together’: Augusta University president addresses Jag Nation

March 19, 2020Avatar photoStaff

Augusta University President Brooks A. Keel, PhD, shares the personal message that during these unprecedented times, we are all in this together.

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