Evan Holyfield, son of boxing great Evander Holyfield, hopes to fight again after open-heart surgery
Evan Holyfield, who followed in his famous father Evander Holyfield's footsteps, hopes to fight professionally again after a stunning diagnosis. The 26-year-old had lived his entire life with a "malignant" coronary anomaly, a congenital birth defect that left him at risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac death, and the only way forward was open-heart surgery.
Evan Holyfield, who followed in his famous father Evander Holyfield's footsteps, hopes to fight professionally again after a stunning diagnosis. The 26-year-old had lived his entire life with a "malignant" coronary anomaly, a congenital birth defect that left him at risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac death, and the only way forward was open-heart surgery.
Evan Holyfield's fight with a dangerous heart defect
The son of boxing great Evander Holyfield is following in his father's footsteps. Evan Holyfield made his boxing debut in 2019, but almost got knocked out by a dangerous heart defect.
The son of boxing great Evander Holyfield is following in his father's footsteps. Evan Holyfield made his boxing debut in 2019, but almost got knocked out by a dangerous heart defect.
Pregnant women should avoid fast-food because of the microplastics found in wrappers: Study
New researchers say eating ultra-processed food puts pregnant women and their children at a greater health risk.
New researchers say eating ultra-processed food puts pregnant women and their children at a greater health risk.
UGA announces launch of new School of Medicine
The University System of Georgia Board of Regents has granted authorization to the University of Georgia to establish a new, independent School of Medicine in Athens,
The University System of Georgia Board of Regents has granted authorization to the University of Georgia to establish a new, independent School of Medicine in Athens,
Baby born without eyes, diagnosed with rare genetic disorder
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
Robert and Taylor Ice of Missouri struggled for a year to get pregnant.
UGA study finds many pain sufferers would change, cancel plans based on weather 'pain forecast'
Many chronic pain sufferers are sensitive to changes in the weather. A recent University of Georgia study found many of those who live with pain would be interested in a weather-based pain forecast. About 70% of those surveyed say they would change their plans or behavior if a forecast predicted a painful day ahead.
Many chronic pain sufferers are sensitive to changes in the weather. A recent University of Georgia study found many of those who live with pain would be interested in a weather-based pain forecast. About 70% of those surveyed say they would change their plans or behavior if a forecast predicted a painful day ahead.
How to forecast pain for arthritis, migraines
If you have arthritis, you likely find the cold and wet days to be harder on your joints. A new UGA survey shows many pain sufferers pay attention to a "Pain Forecast" based on the weather.
If you have arthritis, you likely find the cold and wet days to be harder on your joints. A new UGA survey shows many pain sufferers pay attention to a "Pain Forecast" based on the weather.
Pickens County 7-year-old hospitalized over drug disguised as candy
A Pickens County 7-year-old was hospitalized for eating what he thought was candy. The scare has raised concerns about a fatal drug for young kids called delta-8.
A Pickens County 7-year-old was hospitalized for eating what he thought was candy. The scare has raised concerns about a fatal drug for young kids called delta-8.
Georgia woman beats breast cancer twice: 'I feel like I'm a better version of me'
At 32, Tashashia McCormick of Mableton, Georgia, watched her mother go through treatment for breast cancer. Eight years later, McCormick received the same diagnosis. It would be the first of two diagnoses just 13 months apart.
At 32, Tashashia McCormick of Mableton, Georgia, watched her mother go through treatment for breast cancer. Eight years later, McCormick received the same diagnosis. It would be the first of two diagnoses just 13 months apart.
Woman diagnosed twice with cancer in 13 months
A Mableton woman, at just 43, faces two cancer diagnosis in 13 months. How she says she it has driven her to live her life more fully.
A Mableton woman, at just 43, faces two cancer diagnosis in 13 months. How she says she it has driven her to live her life more fully.
Case of human plague confirmed in Oregon
Health officials have confirmed a case of human plague in an Oregon resident who was likely infected by their cat.
Health officials have confirmed a case of human plague in an Oregon resident who was likely infected by their cat.
Scientists turn tomatoes purple to make them more nutritious
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
Purple tomatoes will become available in select grocery stores for the first time. Gardeners can purchase seeds now.
Morehouse School of Medicine offers free prostate screenings after Dexter Scott King death
It is a startling statistic. 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
It is a startling statistic. 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
The flu, COVID-19, RSV: Why everyone is getting sick
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
It’s the season of the sniffles. Experts explain what is contributing to a higher number of respiratory illnesses.
Too much alcohol can do a number on your gut health
The Super Bowl is one of the biggest nights for parties, but, if you have a sensitive stomach, Morehouse School of Medicine gastroenterologist Dr. Julia Liu says take it easy the booze.
The Super Bowl is one of the biggest nights for parties, but, if you have a sensitive stomach, Morehouse School of Medicine gastroenterologist Dr. Julia Liu says take it easy the booze.
First EMS-focused station opens in city of Atlanta
Mayor Andre Dickens cut the ribbon for the city's first EMS-focused station Thursday afternoon.
Mayor Andre Dickens cut the ribbon for the city's first EMS-focused station Thursday afternoon.
Alcohol and your gut
Many people like to drink while they are watching the Big Game. One expert says drinking can do a real number on your gut though. Too much alcohol can result in an upset stomach, acid reflux and other issues.
Many people like to drink while they are watching the Big Game. One expert says drinking can do a real number on your gut though. Too much alcohol can result in an upset stomach, acid reflux and other issues.
Erectile dysfunction drugs may protect against Alzheimer's, study suggests
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Researchers conducted a study with over 260,000 men to determine if there is a connection between the male enhancement drug lowering their risk of developing the disease.
Medicare negotiating with drugmakers on prices for expensive medications
The price negotiations are for 10 prescription drugs, including Eliquis, a blood thinner medication, and diabetes treatment Jardiance.
The price negotiations are for 10 prescription drugs, including Eliquis, a blood thinner medication, and diabetes treatment Jardiance.
First lady Jill Biden talks about women's heart health, research during Atlanta visit
Women’s health was the focus of First Lady Dr. Jill Biden’s visit to Atlanta Wednesday. She made two stops, one to talk about women’s heart health and the other a listening session on improving women’s health research.
Women’s health was the focus of First Lady Dr. Jill Biden’s visit to Atlanta Wednesday. She made two stops, one to talk about women’s heart health and the other a listening session on improving women’s health research.