Health

More than 39 million people globally could die from superbugs that are resistant to widely-used medications by 2050, according to a new study.

Sanjay Patel, a former attorney who operated a Georgia-based real estate law firm, has pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining nearly $300,000 in Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) during the COVID-19 pandemic and laundering more than $250,000 from unrelated investor fraud schemes through his attorney escrow account. 

Two additional cases of West Nile virus have been reported in Georgia, bringing the total number of cases in the state to nine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

New reports reveal problems at the now-closed Boar's Head plant connected to a deadly listeria outbreak went back two years. Inspection reports show there was an "imminent threat" to the public, but operations continued.

Elevated levels of lead were found in 12 of 36 cinnamon and spice mixture brands tested by Consumer Reports.

After two medical emergencies at Dunwoody High School, junior Mady Cohen set out to raise $5,000 to get the life-saving drug Narcan in every classroom. So far, she's more than doubled that amount.

Experts reveal what causes gluteal amnesia and how to know if you have it.

A new report by the March of Dimes shows more than 40% of Georgia’s counties are maternal care deserts, which means there’s not a single birth center in that county. 

In just a few weeks, people in North Georgia can arm themselves against the flu without ever leaving their cars.

The Chattahoochee Riverkeeper says Atlanta's largest wastewater treatment facility is in a state of disrepair that has allowed hazardous bacteria and other pollutants to get into the river for months.

"I haven’t ever said this," the "Emilia Perez" star told Vanity Fair. "But I unfortunately can’t carry my own children. I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the baby’s in jeopardy."

Several grocery items have been recalled in recent weeks over various health concerns. Here’s what to know.

A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.

A new study suggests that the way you fall asleep may reveal insights into your personality. Researchers have identified four primary sleeping positions, each linked to distinct personality characteristics.

The recalled Boar's Head deli meat, which has hospitalized nearly 60 people and killed nine others, was sold at stores around the nation.

Advocates, law enforcement and local officials in Gwinnett County held a town hall to show people experiencing mental health crises that there is help.