Doctors warn of 'B-19' respiratory illness on the rise in metro Atlanta
Metro Atlanta doctors are raising concerns about an uptick in cases of human parvovirus B-19.
Falcons Coach Raheem Morris, wife named 2025 Atlanta Heart Ball co-chairs
Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Raheem Morris and his wife, Nicole Morris, have been named co-chairs of the 2025 Atlanta Heart Ball.
Feeling blue? How you can combat seasonal affective disorder
Millions of Americans are estimated to have seasonal affective disorder.
‘Golden Bachelor’ Gerry Turner says incurable cancer diagnosis led to Theresa Nist divorce
"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner's health decline earlier this year greatly impacted his decision to get divorced, he revealed.
Young DeKalb County police officer battling rare disease needs kidney donation
A DeKalb County police officer suffering from suffering from a rare kidney disease is in a race against time. Here's how you can help.
Study finds hot cocoa can help reduce stress — but only under these conditions
A recent study reveals that hot cocoa rich in flavonols can reduce stress-related vascular impairment, but only when made with unprocessed cocoa and paired with high-fat meals under specific conditions.
FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
The health benefits of drinking more water
A new study has found increased water consumption wasn't just linked with greater weight loss, it also showed benefits related to migraine prevention, UTIs and diabetes control. The Fox Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joined Alyse Eady with more on the connection between drinking water and better health.
Dinner after 5 p.m. may hurt your health
Doctors have long advised people trying to lose weight to stop eating after the sun goes down. Now a concerning new study finds serious health consequences for people who eat after 5 p.m. The Fox Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano takes a look at why eating late could be bad for you.
Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies at 34
Dominique Brown, Disney influencer and co-founder of "Black Girl Disney," died after suffering an apparent allergic reaction at a holiday event in Los Angeles last week.
Most Americans believe health care coverage for everyone is government's responsibility, poll finds
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
Injectable HIV preventative lenacapavir touted as breakthrough by Emory experts
A new injectable drug for HIV prevention, lenacapavir, is being hailed as a potential game-changer in the fight against the virus.
High-fructose corn syrup could speed up tumor growth, study suggests
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
USDA orders testing of entire milk supply nationwide for bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
Actress dies after consuming amphibian's venom at spiritual cleansing retreat
Mexican actress Marcela Alcázar Rodríguez died after participating in a cleansing ritual.
Gwinnett County animal shelter temporarily closed after 3 dogs die from Strep Zoo
Gwinnett County has temporarily shut down one of its animal shelters after the sudden deaths of three dogs from Strep Zoo.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reverses decision to put a time limit on anesthesia
One of the country’s largest health insurers reversed a change in policy Thursday after widespread outcry, saying it would not tie payments in some states to the length of time a patient went under anesthesia.
Mystery flu-like illness has killed dozens in Congo: What we know
With symptoms including fever and cough, the respiratory disease has affected nearly 380 people, half of them young children.
This kind of drinking is even worse than binge drinking
There’s a large focus on the health risks associated with binge drinking. Now, the term “high-intensity drinking" is also gaining attention.