Kids who consume energy drinks are more prone to mental health disorders, study finds
Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research.
Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research.
Simple cancer blood test
Cancer screening has evolved quickly and there are now dozens of blood tests in the works that may be able to screen for dozens of types of cancer with a single blood test. They call these liquid biopsies "multi-cancer early detection tests."
Cancer screening has evolved quickly and there are now dozens of blood tests in the works that may be able to screen for dozens of types of cancer with a single blood test. They call these liquid biopsies "multi-cancer early detection tests."
Atlanta single mother shares her search for answers about her severe abdominal pain
Kita Hardy of Atlanta spent years struggling with gut pain. Today, the 39-year-old single mother of 4 says she has finally found some answers and a doctor she trusts.
Kita Hardy of Atlanta spent years struggling with gut pain. Today, the 39-year-old single mother of 4 says she has finally found some answers and a doctor she trusts.
Overdose reversal drug Narcan may be available in Georgia schools soon
A Georgia senator wants to equip teachers and school staffers with overdose reversal drugs and empower them to use them, if needed.
A Georgia senator wants to equip teachers and school staffers with overdose reversal drugs and empower them to use them, if needed.
Living with Crohn's disease: A mother's story
Kita Hardy learned to talk about her symptoms because they were affecting every part of her life. It took years to figure out what was causing her pain and to find a doctor who would partner with her to find a way forward.
Kita Hardy learned to talk about her symptoms because they were affecting every part of her life. It took years to figure out what was causing her pain and to find a doctor who would partner with her to find a way forward.
Syphilis reaches 1950s levels in US, while other STD rates show mixed trends
The U.S. syphilis epidemic isn't abating, with the rate of infectious cases rising 9% in 2022, according to a new federal government report on sexually transmitted diseases in adults.
The U.S. syphilis epidemic isn't abating, with the rate of infectious cases rising 9% in 2022, according to a new federal government report on sexually transmitted diseases in adults.
Semaglutide overdoes on the rise: How to prevent it
Mix-ups can happen for those who take medications on a regular basis, but for those who are using weight-loss injectables are apparently getting confused as well, causing a spike in calls to poison control centers.
Mix-ups can happen for those who take medications on a regular basis, but for those who are using weight-loss injectables are apparently getting confused as well, causing a spike in calls to poison control centers.
Childhood cancer diagnosis brings Woodstock family even closer
Caroline Connor, 10, was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor just after her first birthday. As her Woodstock, Georgia, family has navigated chemotherapy, immunotherapy, brain surgeries and experimental treatments, they remain focused and thankful for the support they've received over the past 8 years.
Caroline Connor, 10, was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor just after her first birthday. As her Woodstock, Georgia, family has navigated chemotherapy, immunotherapy, brain surgeries and experimental treatments, they remain focused and thankful for the support they've received over the past 8 years.
Woodstock family pushes through cancer together
The Connor family from Woodstock, Georgia would tell you they're "grateful" for the success they've had so far in their daughter Caroline's cancer diagnosis, and hopeful for what the future may bring.
The Connor family from Woodstock, Georgia would tell you they're "grateful" for the success they've had so far in their daughter Caroline's cancer diagnosis, and hopeful for what the future may bring.
America's most bed bug infested cities may surprise you
Travelers beware: Orkin just released the 2024 list of the top 50 most bed bug infested cities in the U.S.
Travelers beware: Orkin just released the 2024 list of the top 50 most bed bug infested cities in the U.S.
Respiratory illnesses remain 'elevated' throughout much of country: CDC
Respiratory illnesses that include a fever plus a cough or sore throat, causing people to seek medical care, have remained elevated in the last two weeks, the CDC said Friday.
Respiratory illnesses that include a fever plus a cough or sore throat, causing people to seek medical care, have remained elevated in the last two weeks, the CDC said Friday.
Is 'smartphone pinky' real? Doctors weigh in
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
UGA dorm bat infestation: Officials work to fill holes, gaps at Oglethorpe House
Bats at the University of Georgia have been making their homes in some of the student dorms as the start of spring semester gets underway.
Bats at the University of Georgia have been making their homes in some of the student dorms as the start of spring semester gets underway.
Veterinarian shares 3 ways to help your pet get healthier in 2024
More than half of US households have a pet. Veterinarian Dr. George McCommon, a professor of veterinary science at Fort Valley State University, shares 3 simple steps to help your pet stay healthy in 2024.
More than half of US households have a pet. Veterinarian Dr. George McCommon, a professor of veterinary science at Fort Valley State University, shares 3 simple steps to help your pet stay healthy in 2024.
How to keep your furry friend healthy
Pet health is on the top of the minds of more than half of Georgians who say they have a furry friend. A veterinarian weighs in on the best ways to keep pets safe and healthy.
Pet health is on the top of the minds of more than half of Georgians who say they have a furry friend. A veterinarian weighs in on the best ways to keep pets safe and healthy.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Florida woman one of first to try promising Alzheimer's treatment
When Carolyn Davis was diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's disease in the summer of 2023, the 74-year-old Pensacola native says a local neurologist told her to go home and get her affairs in order.
When Carolyn Davis was diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's disease in the summer of 2023, the 74-year-old Pensacola native says a local neurologist told her to go home and get her affairs in order.
How does LEQEMBI battle Alzheimer's?
The FDA approved LEQEMBI for battling Alzheimer's disease. How Goizueta Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at Emory University played a role in its development.
The FDA approved LEQEMBI for battling Alzheimer's disease. How Goizueta Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at Emory University played a role in its development.
Sextortion cases involving teen spike in Georgia | How parents can keep their children safe
Federal investigators are warning parents to keep a close eye on who children interact with online.
Federal investigators are warning parents to keep a close eye on who children interact with online.
Need a 'digital detox?' A licensed therapist gives tips on taking a break from your phone
Does the idea of be apart from your phone for more than a few minutes make you uneasy? Therapist Jody Baumstein says it might be time to take a break from social media.
Does the idea of be apart from your phone for more than a few minutes make you uneasy? Therapist Jody Baumstein says it might be time to take a break from social media.