COVID-19 hospitalizations on the rise in Georgia for 1st time in 2023
COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the rise, the first increase we've seen so far this year. This comes as many students are heading back to school.
COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the rise, the first increase we've seen so far this year. This comes as many students are heading back to school.
1st pill for postpartum depression approved by FDA
Federal health officials have approved the first pill to specifically treat depression after childbirth.
Federal health officials have approved the first pill to specifically treat depression after childbirth.
Johnny Manziel says he attempted suicide after Browns cut him in 2016: reports
In an upcoming Netflix documentary, the former Texas A&M quarterback said he went on a "$5 million bender" before ultimately trying to take his own life.
In an upcoming Netflix documentary, the former Texas A&M quarterback said he went on a "$5 million bender" before ultimately trying to take his own life.
Women's World Cup partners with Sofia Huerta for Common Goal, mental health wellness
FOX Sports is collaborating with Common Goal and the USWNT to bring awareness to mental health to make a positive impact.
FOX Sports is collaborating with Common Goal and the USWNT to bring awareness to mental health to make a positive impact.
Even just 1 alcoholic drink a day may increase blood pressure, study finds
Researchers analyzed modest intakes of alcohol in contrast to previous studies that have shown that consuming high amounts can lead to higher blood pressure levels.
Researchers analyzed modest intakes of alcohol in contrast to previous studies that have shown that consuming high amounts can lead to higher blood pressure levels.
Connecticut researchers uncover regulator compound with potential to treat Parkinson's disease: Report
A University of Connecticut scientist has reportedly identified a key mechanism in Parkinson’s disease research.
A University of Connecticut scientist has reportedly identified a key mechanism in Parkinson’s disease research.
Study finds strawberries could boost your brain power, lower blood pressure
The research team conducted a study with 35 men and women between the ages of 66 and 78 over an eight-week period.
The research team conducted a study with 35 men and women between the ages of 66 and 78 over an eight-week period.
3-year-old boy battling cancer named honorary Cherokee County firefighter
At just 3-years-old, Austin Jett Herre has already been through so much. Now the Cherokee County Fire Department is naming this cancer fighter an honorary member.
At just 3-years-old, Austin Jett Herre has already been through so much. Now the Cherokee County Fire Department is naming this cancer fighter an honorary member.
Suzanne Somers reveals breast cancer returned: 'This is familiar battleground'
"Three's Company" star Suzanne Somers was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000, and says she's been living with cancer "for decades now."
"Three's Company" star Suzanne Somers was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000, and says she's been living with cancer "for decades now."
Alabama health care providers sue over threats to prosecute people aiding in abortions
Health care providers in Alabama have filed lawsuits against state Attorney General Steve Marshall over threats to prosecute people who help women arrange abortions outside the state.
Health care providers in Alabama have filed lawsuits against state Attorney General Steve Marshall over threats to prosecute people who help women arrange abortions outside the state.
Sweating, shivering mannequin aids research on how bodies respond to extreme temperature
Arizona State University researchers are using a high-tech mannequin to learn more about how the human body responds to extreme heat.
Arizona State University researchers are using a high-tech mannequin to learn more about how the human body responds to extreme heat.
First Alzheimer's disease risk assessment blood test for consumers hits market
The test from Quest Diagnostics looks at a certain brain protein is known to contribute to the condition.
The test from Quest Diagnostics looks at a certain brain protein is known to contribute to the condition.
Henrietta Lacks' family reaches settlement with medical company that profited from her cells
Henrietta Lacks' cancer cells changed the course of modern medicine after they were taken from her without consent or knowledge. The cells were the first living human cells to ever survive and multiply outside the body.
Henrietta Lacks' cancer cells changed the course of modern medicine after they were taken from her without consent or knowledge. The cells were the first living human cells to ever survive and multiply outside the body.
Leprosy considered 'endemic' to Central Florida, health officials say
A group of researchers is warning about leprosy becoming endemic to Central Florida, which they say now accounts for one-fifth of all new cases.
A group of researchers is warning about leprosy becoming endemic to Central Florida, which they say now accounts for one-fifth of all new cases.
Toddler bitten by rabid raccoon in Dacula
Health officials emphasize that rabies can be transmitted to humans and pets through bites or scratches from wild animals, including foxes and raccoons.
Health officials emphasize that rabies can be transmitted to humans and pets through bites or scratches from wild animals, including foxes and raccoons.
A.I. brain implant helps paralyzed man move, feel again
“There was a time that I didn’t know if I was even going to live, or if I wanted to, frankly. And now, I can feel the touch of someone holding my hand. It’s overwhelming," said Keith Thomas, the patient who received the revolutionary treatment.
“There was a time that I didn’t know if I was even going to live, or if I wanted to, frankly. And now, I can feel the touch of someone holding my hand. It’s overwhelming," said Keith Thomas, the patient who received the revolutionary treatment.
CDC sees new uptick in COVID hospitalizations
The CDC says COVID hospitalizations are on the rise again in the U.S., possibly signaling a late summer wave. More than 7,000 people were hospitalized across the country the week of July 16, compared to over 6,000 the week before. Meanwhile, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) launched new clinical trials to test four possible treatments for Long COVID. Patients with the condition suffer ongoing health problems after their initial infection. It can last weeks, months, or sometimes even years.
The CDC says COVID hospitalizations are on the rise again in the U.S., possibly signaling a late summer wave. More than 7,000 people were hospitalized across the country the week of July 16, compared to over 6,000 the week before. Meanwhile, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) launched new clinical trials to test four possible treatments for Long COVID. Patients with the condition suffer ongoing health problems after their initial infection. It can last weeks, months, or sometimes even years.
Georgia resident dies from brain-eating amoeba, according to public health dept.
A Georgia resident has died from Naegleria fowleri infection, a rare infection which destroys brain tissue, causing brain swelling and usually death.
A Georgia resident has died from Naegleria fowleri infection, a rare infection which destroys brain tissue, causing brain swelling and usually death.
Alpha-gal syndrome: Tick-borne disease that triggers meat allergies is on the rise, CDC says
The tick-borne disease has not caused any deaths, health officials say, but people with alpha-gal syndrome have described it as bewildering and terrifying.
The tick-borne disease has not caused any deaths, health officials say, but people with alpha-gal syndrome have described it as bewildering and terrifying.
Woman receives uterus transplant, delivers healthy baby: ‘We did it’
In May, Mallory became the first patient to give birth via uterus transplant outside of a clinical trial.
In May, Mallory became the first patient to give birth via uterus transplant outside of a clinical trial.