The Fulton County Board of Health this week laid off 17 workers, including those focused on HIV and sexual health services, apparently without the approval of the state Department of Public Health.
The unexpected layoffs prompted the state to place “two executive leaders” of the county agency on unpaid administrative leave.
Jack Hardin, chairman of the Fulton health department’s board, confirmed Wednesday that District Health Director Dr. Lynn Paxton and Human Resources Director Carol Lawrence were placed on leave. Chief of Staff Brian Easom is leading the department.
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