Mother of 2 dies after drinking too much water while medical staff was distracted by phones, inquest finds
Michelle Whitehead, 45, had been admitted to a British medical center in 2021 for a mental breakdown.
Michelle Whitehead, 45, had been admitted to a British medical center in 2021 for a mental breakdown.
Arizona woman being studied by scientists looking for secrets to a long life
It's a fact that people are living longer, but there is a select group of people who are in their 80s or above, but have the brain function of someone decades younger. Now, scientists want to know their secret to longevity, and an Arizona 'super ager' is helping their efforts.
It's a fact that people are living longer, but there is a select group of people who are in their 80s or above, but have the brain function of someone decades younger. Now, scientists want to know their secret to longevity, and an Arizona 'super ager' is helping their efforts.
Georgia couple celebrates the Thanksgiving that changed their lives
Heather and David Collings are reflecting back on the Thanksgiving that changed their lives five years ago, when their son Lyndon was born seven weeks early.
Heather and David Collings are reflecting back on the Thanksgiving that changed their lives five years ago, when their son Lyndon was born seven weeks early.
Bird flu outbreak confirmed at South Georgia duck farm
It's the first time this year that the highly-contagious virus has been seen in a Georgia commercial poultry farm.
It's the first time this year that the highly-contagious virus has been seen in a Georgia commercial poultry farm.
Thanksgiving Miracle: Preemie turns 5
Thanksgiving week is a big deal for many families. For Heather and David Collings of Villa Rica, this week five years ago brought both fear and hope. Their baby boy had to be delivered seven weeks early when Heather developed critically high blood pressure.
Thanksgiving week is a big deal for many families. For Heather and David Collings of Villa Rica, this week five years ago brought both fear and hope. Their baby boy had to be delivered seven weeks early when Heather developed critically high blood pressure.
Major delivery services to allow healthcare deliveries; DoorDash offers FSA/HSA payment option
This is big news for families trying to spend FSA money by the end of the year. Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings Accounts have enlisted three big delivery services as a new shopping option for those using these savings accounts.
This is big news for families trying to spend FSA money by the end of the year. Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Savings Accounts have enlisted three big delivery services as a new shopping option for those using these savings accounts.
Here's how much money you need to be happy, according to 2023 survey
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
Thinking about joining a clinical trial? Here are some questions to ask.
Almost every medication we have, and every treatment option available, had to make it through clinical trials, or research studies to prove the drug or therapy is safe and effective.
Almost every medication we have, and every treatment option available, had to make it through clinical trials, or research studies to prove the drug or therapy is safe and effective.
Thinking about joining a clinical trial?
Almost every medication we have, and every treatment option available, had to make it through clinical trials, or research studies to prove the drug or therapy is safe and effective.
Almost every medication we have, and every treatment option available, had to make it through clinical trials, or research studies to prove the drug or therapy is safe and effective.
Friendships can add years to life but also influence bad habits, study finds
A recent study published in Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences highlights the complex impact of friendships on health. While strong friendships were associated with improved well-being, such as reduced mortality risk and increased physical activity, the study also revealed a downside.
A recent study published in Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences highlights the complex impact of friendships on health. While strong friendships were associated with improved well-being, such as reduced mortality risk and increased physical activity, the study also revealed a downside.
Cobb County teen distributes 50 sensory kits to Marietta PD for Eagle Scout project
A Cobb County teenager and Marietta High School student is being recognized for distributing sensory kits to the Marietta Police Department.
A Cobb County teenager and Marietta High School student is being recognized for distributing sensory kits to the Marietta Police Department.
Victims of the Reserve at LaVista Walk apartment fire: Family loses proximity to medical treatment
Many families were impacted by The Reserve at LaVista Walk apartment fire on Nov. 10, but one family says it's affecting their daughter's ability to receive treatment for her severe, debilitating medical symptoms.
Many families were impacted by The Reserve at LaVista Walk apartment fire on Nov. 10, but one family says it's affecting their daughter's ability to receive treatment for her severe, debilitating medical symptoms.
Alabama woman with two uteruses is pregnant with twins, one in each womb: ‘1 in 50 million’ chance
Kelsey Hatcher was just 17 when she learned she had a double uterus.
Kelsey Hatcher was just 17 when she learned she had a double uterus.
New obesity medications shaping social norms around holiday dinners
Holiday meals may be changing for millions of Americans struggling with obesity and taking a new generation of weight-loss drugs.
Holiday meals may be changing for millions of Americans struggling with obesity and taking a new generation of weight-loss drugs.
CDC links peaches, nectarines, plums to Listeria outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a food safety alert linked to several fruits.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a food safety alert linked to several fruits.
Robotic legs allowing children to take first steps
New technology is allowing kids who have never been able to walk before the opportunity to take steps of their own.
New technology is allowing kids who have never been able to walk before the opportunity to take steps of their own.
Conyers breast cancer survivor encourages Black women to ask about cancer research studies
Breast cancer survivor Faridah Thomas of Conyers, Georgia, is sharing her story as a volunteer with the Tigerlily Foundation, trying to encourage Black women to learn more about clinical research.
Breast cancer survivor Faridah Thomas of Conyers, Georgia, is sharing her story as a volunteer with the Tigerlily Foundation, trying to encourage Black women to learn more about clinical research.
Breast cancer survivor pushes for clinical trials
A Rockdale County breast cancer survivor and mother of three is on a mission. She's sharing her cancer journey to try and inspire more Black women to get involved in clinical trials.
A Rockdale County breast cancer survivor and mother of three is on a mission. She's sharing her cancer journey to try and inspire more Black women to get involved in clinical trials.
Atlanta Hawks, YMCA announce transformative jersey patch partnership
In a significant collaboration, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta and the Atlanta Hawks have unveiled a multi-year partnership, marking the Y as the Official Jersey Patch Partner of the Atlanta Hawks.
In a significant collaboration, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta and the Atlanta Hawks have unveiled a multi-year partnership, marking the Y as the Official Jersey Patch Partner of the Atlanta Hawks.
Government offering more free COVID-19 tests for home delivery through the mail
The new release of free COVID-19 nasal swab tests comes ahead of the first winter since the pandemic started that insurers are no longer required to cover the cost of them.
The new release of free COVID-19 nasal swab tests comes ahead of the first winter since the pandemic started that insurers are no longer required to cover the cost of them.