Flesh-eating bacteria may be in Hurricane Idalia flood waters
One week after Hurricane Idalia made landfall, medical experts are watching for potential cases of Vibrio vulnificus, bacteria found in brackish waters.
One week after Hurricane Idalia made landfall, medical experts are watching for potential cases of Vibrio vulnificus, bacteria found in brackish waters.
Georgia teen back to playing saxophone after surviving acute liver failure, transplant
Anthony Talbot thought he had developed a bad stomach ache in the summer of 2021. But, it turned out to be much more than that.
Anthony Talbot thought he had developed a bad stomach ache in the summer of 2021. But, it turned out to be much more than that.
Teen recovers from liver failure, transplant
Anthony Talbot is only 15 years old, but the high school sophomore has already gone through some hard things. After falling ill two years ago, he ended up in acute liver failure at 13. These days, he's singing a new tune.
Anthony Talbot is only 15 years old, but the high school sophomore has already gone through some hard things. After falling ill two years ago, he ended up in acute liver failure at 13. These days, he's singing a new tune.
Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Narcan arriving to store shelves after FDA approves over-the-counter sales
A drug that will reverse the deadly effects of opioids is now available as an over-the-counter medicine. Narcan will start filling pharmacy shelves in the coming days. Naloxone is better known to many as Narcan, and the FDA has approved this as a nasal spray to be sold without a prescription.
A drug that will reverse the deadly effects of opioids is now available as an over-the-counter medicine. Narcan will start filling pharmacy shelves in the coming days. Naloxone is better known to many as Narcan, and the FDA has approved this as a nasal spray to be sold without a prescription.
NARCAN headed to shelves
NARCAN, which is used to reverse the deadly effects of opioids, is heading to shelves soon.
NARCAN, which is used to reverse the deadly effects of opioids, is heading to shelves soon.
DeKalb, Fulton residents can sign up for Home Test to Treat if concerned about COVID
With COVID cases on the rise again, people in DeKalb and Fulton counties now have free help.
With COVID cases on the rise again, people in DeKalb and Fulton counties now have free help.
Atlanta BOE votes to reject charter school with options for neurodivergent students
Atlanta's Board of Education has rejected a new charter school option that would offer extra support to neurodivergent kids in the city.
Atlanta's Board of Education has rejected a new charter school option that would offer extra support to neurodivergent kids in the city.
Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
Here is what you need to know about new RSV vaccines, drug to protect young children
For the first time this summer, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved two RSV vaccines and a drug designed to help younger children fight off the common respiratory virus. An infectious disease physician breaks down what you need to know.
For the first time this summer, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved two RSV vaccines and a drug designed to help younger children fight off the common respiratory virus. An infectious disease physician breaks down what you need to know.
New RSV vaccine for kids
RSV primarily affects young children and older adults. Both groups may benefit from new vaccines. FOX 5's Medical Team has more info.
RSV primarily affects young children and older adults. Both groups may benefit from new vaccines. FOX 5's Medical Team has more info.
Anthony Fauci ‘concerned’ people won’t comply if masking recommendations return: 'I hope' they 'abide'
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.
The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.
Gender-specific warning signs of cardiac arrest are revealed in study
‘Sex-specific symptoms’ occurred within 24 hours of heart attack, said researchers.
‘Sex-specific symptoms’ occurred within 24 hours of heart attack, said researchers.
AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making
ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research
ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research
Post Malone flaunts weight loss after revealing his secret to dropping 55 pounds
The 'Chemical' singer shared what he eliminated from his diet to help with weight loss.
The 'Chemical' singer shared what he eliminated from his diet to help with weight loss.
California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped
An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.
An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.
Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows
A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.
A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.
CDC warning Americans not to kiss, snuggle turtles amid salmonella outbreak
Dozens of people across the country have become sick from an outbreak of salmonella that the CDC has connected to small pet turtles.
Dozens of people across the country have become sick from an outbreak of salmonella that the CDC has connected to small pet turtles.