FDA issues warning over several eyedrop products due to infection risk
Consumers should stop using 26 over-the-counter eye drop products over the potential risk of eye infections that could lead to vision loss, the FDA said.
Consumers should stop using 26 over-the-counter eye drop products over the potential risk of eye infections that could lead to vision loss, the FDA said.
What you need to know about a possible new cure for sickle cell disease
On Tuesday, advisers to the Food and Drug Administration will review a gene therapy for the inherited blood disorder, which mostly affects Black people in the U.S.
On Tuesday, advisers to the Food and Drug Administration will review a gene therapy for the inherited blood disorder, which mostly affects Black people in the U.S.
Susan G. Komen Georgia's MORE THAN PINK Walk raises $755K
The annual Susan G. Komen Georgia MORE THAN PINK Walk, held at Lenox Square, saw an impressive turnout of over 6,000 attendees.
The annual Susan G. Komen Georgia MORE THAN PINK Walk, held at Lenox Square, saw an impressive turnout of over 6,000 attendees.
Breast cancer survivor shares story of early detection
An Atlanta woman shares her story of going in for an annual mammogram, not expecting to be forever changed by the outcome.
An Atlanta woman shares her story of going in for an annual mammogram, not expecting to be forever changed by the outcome.
Benefits of spices and herbs
Adding some spices and herbs to your meals may do more than help them to taste good. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin explains.
Adding some spices and herbs to your meals may do more than help them to taste good. The FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin explains.
Herbs and spices can boost flavor and may come with health benefits
Tired of eating the same-old, same-old? Adding fresh (or dried) herbs and spices to your meals can help boost the flavor of food and may come with some health benefits.
Tired of eating the same-old, same-old? Adding fresh (or dried) herbs and spices to your meals can help boost the flavor of food and may come with some health benefits.
Herbs and spices can boost flavor, health
Registered dietician recommends herbs and spices to boost the flavors of food. They also have health benefits.
Registered dietician recommends herbs and spices to boost the flavors of food. They also have health benefits.
Breast cancer breakthrough: AI predicts a third of cases prior to diagnosis in mammography study
Artificial intelligence predicted one-third of breast cancer cases prior to diagnosis in a new study from Norway. Experts weigh in on how this could impact the future of cancer care.
Artificial intelligence predicted one-third of breast cancer cases prior to diagnosis in a new study from Norway. Experts weigh in on how this could impact the future of cancer care.
A third of chocolate products have 'concerning levels' of heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
The National Confectioners Association said in response that both chocolate and cocoa “are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries."
The National Confectioners Association said in response that both chocolate and cocoa “are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries."
DeKalb firefighters launch fundraiser to help first responder battling stage 4 colon cancer
The DeKalb County first responder is now in the fight of his life after receiving a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer last month.
The DeKalb County first responder is now in the fight of his life after receiving a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer last month.
Atlanta mother of three says flesh-eating bacterial infection made her a quadruple amputee
An Atlanta mother of three, Kiyahki Bivins, is working to rebuild her life after contracting a deadly bacterial infection that forced surgeons to amputate her lower legs and parts of both hands.
An Atlanta mother of three, Kiyahki Bivins, is working to rebuild her life after contracting a deadly bacterial infection that forced surgeons to amputate her lower legs and parts of both hands.
Mom survives flesh-eating bacterial infection
Kiyahki Bivins is a mother of three who has had to fight for her life. She said she spent three months in Peidmont Hospital after mysteriously contracting a flesh-eating bacterial infection. Eventually, the sickness caused her to lose limbs and fingers. She tells the FOX 5 Medical Team she's finally ready to move forward with her life.
Kiyahki Bivins is a mother of three who has had to fight for her life. She said she spent three months in Peidmont Hospital after mysteriously contracting a flesh-eating bacterial infection. Eventually, the sickness caused her to lose limbs and fingers. She tells the FOX 5 Medical Team she's finally ready to move forward with her life.
Maryland man thriving one month after pioneering pig heart transplant
One month after a Maryland man received an experimental pig heart transplant, the patient is doing well and shows no sign of infection or rejection of the organ, doctors say.
One month after a Maryland man received an experimental pig heart transplant, the patient is doing well and shows no sign of infection or rejection of the organ, doctors say.
Parents donate late infant son's organs to save lives: 'We don't want nobody to feel this pain'
A Georgia couple, Courtney and Tyler Pollock, are using their heartbreaking loss to make a difference by donating the organs of their infant son, Judge Theo, who passed away at the age of 4 months.
A Georgia couple, Courtney and Tyler Pollock, are using their heartbreaking loss to make a difference by donating the organs of their infant son, Judge Theo, who passed away at the age of 4 months.
Study: Mediterranean diet could help burn belly fat, muscle loss caused by aging
Combining the diet with exercise can cause 'clinically meaningful' changes in body composition, research shows
Combining the diet with exercise can cause 'clinically meaningful' changes in body composition, research shows
Tips for choosing the right Medicare plan for 2024
The Medicare Open Enrollment period has begun and will run through December 4, 2023. Here are some tips on researching and choosing the best plan for you.
The Medicare Open Enrollment period has begun and will run through December 4, 2023. Here are some tips on researching and choosing the best plan for you.
Medicare enrollment tips
Enrollment is underway for Medicare and here are some things you need to know
Enrollment is underway for Medicare and here are some things you need to know
Facing chemo-related hair loss, Georgia mom turns to cosmetology students for 'chemo cut'
Jennifer Willen didn't go to the hair salon to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.
Jennifer Willen didn't go to the hair salon to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.
CDC issues alert over high RSV vaccine demand
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
Mother chooses 'chemo cut' to preempt hair loss
A haircut became a "teachable" moment for some Gwinnett County cosmetology students. Because their client, Jennifer Willen, wasn't trying to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control, after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.
A haircut became a "teachable" moment for some Gwinnett County cosmetology students. Because their client, Jennifer Willen, wasn't trying to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control, after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.