Oprah Winfrey admits to using weight loss medication: 'It felt like redemption'
After previously refusing to confirm whether she'd been taking medication to aid in her new slimmed-down figure, Winfrey is now admitting that she uses it "as a tool" among other practices.
After previously refusing to confirm whether she'd been taking medication to aid in her new slimmed-down figure, Winfrey is now admitting that she uses it "as a tool" among other practices.
3 years after diving accident, 21-year-old paralyze swimmer prepare for biggest challenge yet
Eden Schroeder has found her way back to the water she's always loved.
Eden Schroeder has found her way back to the water she's always loved.
Paralyzed swimmer ready for biggest race of her life
Eden Schroeder is a 21-year-old para swimmer with The Shepherd Center. She's paralyzed from the chest down, but when she's in the water, she says she's in full control. Now, she's getting ready for the biggest race of her life: the U.S. Paralympics Swimming National Championship in Orlando.
Eden Schroeder is a 21-year-old para swimmer with The Shepherd Center. She's paralyzed from the chest down, but when she's in the water, she says she's in full control. Now, she's getting ready for the biggest race of her life: the U.S. Paralympics Swimming National Championship in Orlando.
Wellstar East Point Urgent Care Clinic closing in January
For the past year, Southside Medical Center and Wellstar Health System have been working together to enhance preventive and primary care services in East Point.
For the past year, Southside Medical Center and Wellstar Health System have been working together to enhance preventive and primary care services in East Point.
What is Cannabis-Use Disorder?
A Gallup poll found 50% of Americans have tried marijuana at some point in their lives. Nearly half of the United States have legalized recreational marijuana. Yet, a recent study finds veterans with what's known as "Cannabis-Use Disorder" could be at higher risk of psychiatric disorders and other health issues.
A Gallup poll found 50% of Americans have tried marijuana at some point in their lives. Nearly half of the United States have legalized recreational marijuana. Yet, a recent study finds veterans with what's known as "Cannabis-Use Disorder" could be at higher risk of psychiatric disorders and other health issues.
Texas among worst states for brain health in the nation, according to new study
A health company, Life Extension, release a study ranking the best to worst states for brain health using the most recent data from the (CDC) Centers for Disease and Prevention.
A health company, Life Extension, release a study ranking the best to worst states for brain health using the most recent data from the (CDC) Centers for Disease and Prevention.
Athens Santa makes a Christmas comeback after pancreatic cancer diagnosis
Jonathan Byrd gets stopped a lot by stranger and told he looks like Santa Claus. So, nearly 20 years ago, the Watkinsville, Georgia, retired plumber and construction company safety manager decided to step into the role of Santa Claus. It was a job he loved, until a 2021 cancer diagnosis forced the 65-year-old to step back from playing Santa.
Jonathan Byrd gets stopped a lot by stranger and told he looks like Santa Claus. So, nearly 20 years ago, the Watkinsville, Georgia, retired plumber and construction company safety manager decided to step into the role of Santa Claus. It was a job he loved, until a 2021 cancer diagnosis forced the 65-year-old to step back from playing Santa.
Athens Santa Claus survives cancer diagnosis
For years, Jonathan Byrd has been told he looks a lot like Santa Claus. About 20 years ago, the Oconee County father and grandfather began serving as "Santa Claus" to hundreds of children, and "Santa Paws" to fur babies in the Athens-area. Two years ago, a devastating diagnosis forced Byrd to step away from his favorite role. But it looks like he's ready to get back behind the reins.
For years, Jonathan Byrd has been told he looks a lot like Santa Claus. About 20 years ago, the Oconee County father and grandfather began serving as "Santa Claus" to hundreds of children, and "Santa Paws" to fur babies in the Athens-area. Two years ago, a devastating diagnosis forced Byrd to step away from his favorite role. But it looks like he's ready to get back behind the reins.
California WWII veteran, 103, shares remarkable life story and advice for young people: 'Pray every night'
A California WWII vet who ran the Nuremberg Opera House — welcoming the likes of Mickey Rooney and Bob Hope — turned 103 last month.
A California WWII vet who ran the Nuremberg Opera House — welcoming the likes of Mickey Rooney and Bob Hope — turned 103 last month.
Black Americans anticipate dealing with racism during a doctor’s visit, survey finds
A recent survey shows that nearly half of people of color who received health care services in the past three years said they had negative experiences with a health care provider.
A recent survey shows that nearly half of people of color who received health care services in the past three years said they had negative experiences with a health care provider.
Breast cancer survivors may not need so many mammograms, UK study suggests
Until now, there wasn’t solid evidence for when women could ease back on yearly mammograms.
Until now, there wasn’t solid evidence for when women could ease back on yearly mammograms.
Sandy Springs firefighters bring joy to young patients with heartwarming hospital descent
It was quite a surprise for young patients at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta on Friday.
It was quite a surprise for young patients at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta on Friday.
Lead exposure in Georgia children: Some cases linked to applesauce recall
Nine children have now tested positive for elevated levels of lead in Georgia.
Nine children have now tested positive for elevated levels of lead in Georgia.
Syndrome links heart, kidney disease, other symptoms
The American Heart Association says one in three U.S. adults has at least three risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Many of those common conditions: like obesity, high blood pressure, kidney disease and diabetes may be connected. The heart association has come up with a new name the cluster of issues that may be hurting your heart health.
The American Heart Association says one in three U.S. adults has at least three risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Many of those common conditions: like obesity, high blood pressure, kidney disease and diabetes may be connected. The heart association has come up with a new name the cluster of issues that may be hurting your heart health.
Former Atlanta Falcons player Hayden Hurst diagnosed with post-traumatic amnesia after hit
A former Atlanta Falcons player and tight end for the Carolina Panthers has been diagnosed with post-traumatic amnesia after taking a hit during a game on Nov. 9.
A former Atlanta Falcons player and tight end for the Carolina Panthers has been diagnosed with post-traumatic amnesia after taking a hit during a game on Nov. 9.
Police desperately search for missing pregnant Newnan teen
Camille Ficklin disappeared from her home along Poplar Street on Dec. 1 after an argument, according to the Newnan Police Department.
Camille Ficklin disappeared from her home along Poplar Street on Dec. 1 after an argument, according to the Newnan Police Department.
Preemie infant twin overcomes open heart surgery
Mahnya Martin, a Snellville mother of three, found herself facing a daunting diagnosis just a day after her twins, Kai and Divyn, were born. One of them, Kai, had a rare, severe heart defect that would require a series of surgeries to repair. It's called Tetralogy of Fallot.
Mahnya Martin, a Snellville mother of three, found herself facing a daunting diagnosis just a day after her twins, Kai and Divyn, were born. One of them, Kai, had a rare, severe heart defect that would require a series of surgeries to repair. It's called Tetralogy of Fallot.
CVS pharmacy upending the way it prices prescription drugs
One of the nation's largest pharmacy chains is planning to overhaul the way it reimburses its pharmacies for prescriptions as the industry works to provide greater clarity on drug pricing.
One of the nation's largest pharmacy chains is planning to overhaul the way it reimburses its pharmacies for prescriptions as the industry works to provide greater clarity on drug pricing.
How to protect your dog from 'mystery illness'
The American Veterinary Medical Association is asking vets to report any unusual cases of respiratory illnesses in dogs they are treating. This comes as experts across the country are trying to figure out what is sickening hundreds of dogs across multiple states, including here in Georgia. FOX 5 Medical Team's Beth Galvin shares tips on how you can protect your dog.
The American Veterinary Medical Association is asking vets to report any unusual cases of respiratory illnesses in dogs they are treating. This comes as experts across the country are trying to figure out what is sickening hundreds of dogs across multiple states, including here in Georgia. FOX 5 Medical Team's Beth Galvin shares tips on how you can protect your dog.
5 Georgia residents likely sickened by pre-cut cantaloupe, DPH urging caution
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging residents to exercise caution when consuming pre-cut cantaloupe as at least five people in the state have been infected with Salmonella.
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging residents to exercise caution when consuming pre-cut cantaloupe as at least five people in the state have been infected with Salmonella.