DeKalb firefighters launch fundraiser to help first responder battling stage 4 colon cancer
The DeKalb County first responder is now in the fight of his life after receiving a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer last month.
The DeKalb County first responder is now in the fight of his life after receiving a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer last month.
Atlanta mother of three says flesh-eating bacterial infection made her a quadruple amputee
An Atlanta mother of three, Kiyahki Bivins, is working to rebuild her life after contracting a deadly bacterial infection that forced surgeons to amputate her lower legs and parts of both hands.
An Atlanta mother of three, Kiyahki Bivins, is working to rebuild her life after contracting a deadly bacterial infection that forced surgeons to amputate her lower legs and parts of both hands.
Mom survives flesh-eating bacterial infection
Kiyahki Bivins is a mother of three who has had to fight for her life. She said she spent three months in Peidmont Hospital after mysteriously contracting a flesh-eating bacterial infection. Eventually, the sickness caused her to lose limbs and fingers. She tells the FOX 5 Medical Team she's finally ready to move forward with her life.
Kiyahki Bivins is a mother of three who has had to fight for her life. She said she spent three months in Peidmont Hospital after mysteriously contracting a flesh-eating bacterial infection. Eventually, the sickness caused her to lose limbs and fingers. She tells the FOX 5 Medical Team she's finally ready to move forward with her life.
Maryland man thriving one month after pioneering pig heart transplant
One month after a Maryland man received an experimental pig heart transplant, the patient is doing well and shows no sign of infection or rejection of the organ, doctors say.
One month after a Maryland man received an experimental pig heart transplant, the patient is doing well and shows no sign of infection or rejection of the organ, doctors say.
Parents donate late infant son's organs to save lives: 'We don't want nobody to feel this pain'
A Georgia couple, Courtney and Tyler Pollock, are using their heartbreaking loss to make a difference by donating the organs of their infant son, Judge Theo, who passed away at the age of 4 months.
A Georgia couple, Courtney and Tyler Pollock, are using their heartbreaking loss to make a difference by donating the organs of their infant son, Judge Theo, who passed away at the age of 4 months.
Study: Mediterranean diet could help burn belly fat, muscle loss caused by aging
Combining the diet with exercise can cause 'clinically meaningful' changes in body composition, research shows
Combining the diet with exercise can cause 'clinically meaningful' changes in body composition, research shows
Tips for choosing the right Medicare plan for 2024
The Medicare Open Enrollment period has begun and will run through December 4, 2023. Here are some tips on researching and choosing the best plan for you.
The Medicare Open Enrollment period has begun and will run through December 4, 2023. Here are some tips on researching and choosing the best plan for you.
Medicare enrollment tips
Enrollment is underway for Medicare and here are some things you need to know
Enrollment is underway for Medicare and here are some things you need to know
Facing chemo-related hair loss, Georgia mom turns to cosmetology students for 'chemo cut'
Jennifer Willen didn't go to the hair salon to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.
Jennifer Willen didn't go to the hair salon to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.
CDC issues alert over high RSV vaccine demand
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
RSV is a cold-like nuisance for most people, and not as well-known as the flu but packs hospitals every winter.
Mother chooses 'chemo cut' to preempt hair loss
A haircut became a "teachable" moment for some Gwinnett County cosmetology students. Because their client, Jennifer Willen, wasn't trying to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control, after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.
A haircut became a "teachable" moment for some Gwinnett County cosmetology students. Because their client, Jennifer Willen, wasn't trying to update her look. Instead, she wanted to take back some control, after being diagnosed with breast cancer at 39.
Mary Lou Retton leaves hospital after life-threatening health scare: ‘Mom is home’
The former Olympic gymnast returned home after her battle with a rare form of pneumonia.
The former Olympic gymnast returned home after her battle with a rare form of pneumonia.
Injuries in marching band are as common as in other sports, experts say
Band members most often presented with ankle and knee injuries, but 6% of injuries are reported as mild head trauma, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports.
Band members most often presented with ankle and knee injuries, but 6% of injuries are reported as mild head trauma, the American Academy of Pediatrics reports.
Businesses serving untreated water despite boil water advisory in multiple cities
Editor's note: The boil advisory was lifted Sunday evening around 11 p.m.
Editor's note: The boil advisory was lifted Sunday evening around 11 p.m.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
So-called toddler milks are unregulated and unnecessary, pediatrician group says
The American Academy of Pediatrics says the products often contain high amounts of added sugar and salt. A trade group for the manufacturers of the products says the drinks could fill nutritional gaps.
The American Academy of Pediatrics says the products often contain high amounts of added sugar and salt. A trade group for the manufacturers of the products says the drinks could fill nutritional gaps.
To fix dry itchy winter skin, nix those daily showers
If you end up with dry, itchy skin every winter, dermatologist Dr. Melissa Babcock says you may be showering too often.
If you end up with dry, itchy skin every winter, dermatologist Dr. Melissa Babcock says you may be showering too often.
Why showering too much is bad for your skin
If you're hoping to go through the winter without developing dry, itchy skin, then you may want to rethink the amount of showers you take. The FOX Medical Team spoke to an expert who says showering too often can lead to skin problems.
If you're hoping to go through the winter without developing dry, itchy skin, then you may want to rethink the amount of showers you take. The FOX Medical Team spoke to an expert who says showering too often can lead to skin problems.
Dragon Con founder inducted into Fresenius Kabi National Blood Donation Hall of Fame
In 2002, Dragon Con founder and CEO Pat Henry suggested they hold a one-day blood drive during the convention. More than 20 years later, it's grown into a five-day event that has collected over 40,000 donations.
In 2002, Dragon Con founder and CEO Pat Henry suggested they hold a one-day blood drive during the convention. More than 20 years later, it's grown into a five-day event that has collected over 40,000 donations.
Leg pain, aches and weakness can be signs of blood vessel blockages, but seniors may miss the symptoms
Black Americans are twice as likely to develop blockages in the blood vessels of their legs, a disorder known as peripheral artery disease. But, many people may not be aware of the warning signs or the risk of amputation.
Black Americans are twice as likely to develop blockages in the blood vessels of their legs, a disorder known as peripheral artery disease. But, many people may not be aware of the warning signs or the risk of amputation.