Vaccines could be next big advance in cancer treatment
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
After decades of limited success, scientists say research has reached a turning point, with many predicting more vaccines will be out in five years.
Thousands participate in run at Piedmont Park to raise money for HBCU students
Thousands of runners hit the streets on Saturday morning to help send students to historically Black colleges and universities.
Thousands of runners hit the streets on Saturday morning to help send students to historically Black colleges and universities.
Georgia's maternal mortality rate still one of the highest in U.S., study states
Georgia’s overall maternal mortality rate is still one of the highest in the country.
Georgia’s overall maternal mortality rate is still one of the highest in the country.
Fitness company wants to pay you $10,000 to walk 10K steps in a day
The “Chief Step Officer" will train for one month, giving them time to gradually work their way from zero to 10,000 steps in a day, the company said. Here’s how to apply.
The “Chief Step Officer" will train for one month, giving them time to gradually work their way from zero to 10,000 steps in a day, the company said. Here’s how to apply.
Study: Gas stoves can raise indoor levels of benzene to above what’s found in secondhand smoke
A Stanford study found that cooking with gas stoves can raise indoor levels of the carcinogen benzene in homes. Benzene has been linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers.
A Stanford study found that cooking with gas stoves can raise indoor levels of the carcinogen benzene in homes. Benzene has been linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers.
Frozen fruit bags sold at major grocers recalled over listeria concerns
More than a dozen brands of frozen fruit brands sold at Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and other stores have been recalled over listeria concerns.
More than a dozen brands of frozen fruit brands sold at Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and other stores have been recalled over listeria concerns.
Plant-based group calls on Macon Bacon baseball team to change name over 'glorification of bacon'
The team responded by saying the Macon Bacon “will be sizzling forever" and “will not consider a name change. Ever."
The team responded by saying the Macon Bacon “will be sizzling forever" and “will not consider a name change. Ever."
FDA warns stores to stop selling disposable e-cigarettes including top seller Elf Bar
U.S. regulators have sent warning letters to dozens of retailers selling fruity disposable electronic cigarettes, including the current best-selling brand, Elf Bar.
U.S. regulators have sent warning letters to dozens of retailers selling fruity disposable electronic cigarettes, including the current best-selling brand, Elf Bar.
Baby, it's hot out there: Dermatologist shares sun protection tips
As summer heats up, our risk for sunburns and skin damage increases. Dr. Loren Krueger, a dermatologist at the Emory Clinic in Atlanta, shares some tips on how to pick the best sun protection.
As summer heats up, our risk for sunburns and skin damage increases. Dr. Loren Krueger, a dermatologist at the Emory Clinic in Atlanta, shares some tips on how to pick the best sun protection.
Protecting your skin this summer
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using a product with an SPF, or sun protection factor, of 30 or higher.
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using a product with an SPF, or sun protection factor, of 30 or higher.
Atlanta boy with peanut allergy participates in clinical trial for peanut patches
Food Allergies send children to the emergency room every three minutes in the United States.
Food Allergies send children to the emergency room every three minutes in the United States.
How to get tickets to fish fry to benefit families of Spalding County deputies
The Spalding County Sheriff’s Office is holding a fish fry on Friday, July 14 to help the families of Lt. Nick and Rachel Bruce as well as Deputy Kyle Mason.
The Spalding County Sheriff’s Office is holding a fish fry on Friday, July 14 to help the families of Lt. Nick and Rachel Bruce as well as Deputy Kyle Mason.
Most women diagnosed with early breast cancer will survive beyond 5 years, study finds
Declining death rates could be due to "more sensitive screenings," experts say.
Declining death rates could be due to "more sensitive screenings," experts say.
Metro Atlanta mom credits Children's Hospital with 11 year old's recovery after near-fatal crash
A young girl and her mother have made it their mission to give back after a near-fatal crash left her with injuries doctors at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta say only half of all people survive.
A young girl and her mother have made it their mission to give back after a near-fatal crash left her with injuries doctors at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta say only half of all people survive.
Shaq, Atlanta athletes give back to area youth
NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal and the sheriff's office had two big events all aimed at helping families and strengthening relationships with youth.
NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal and the sheriff's office had two big events all aimed at helping families and strengthening relationships with youth.
Judge blocks Arkansas ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors
A federal judge has struck down Arkansas’ ban on gender-affirming care for minors.
A federal judge has struck down Arkansas’ ban on gender-affirming care for minors.
Georgia woman turns to brain-training smartphone app to try to boost her memory
Brain training smartphone apps are gaining popularity, as Americans try to find ways to stay mentally sharp as they age. Anita Hilbun found BrainHQ, an app she uses every morning to try to boost her cognitive skills.
Brain training smartphone apps are gaining popularity, as Americans try to find ways to stay mentally sharp as they age. Anita Hilbun found BrainHQ, an app she uses every morning to try to boost her cognitive skills.
Can an app help you stay mentally sharp?
Brain-training smartphone apps are becoming more popular than ever but can they help you stay mentally sharp?
Brain-training smartphone apps are becoming more popular than ever but can they help you stay mentally sharp?
Atlanta named 4th-worst city for mosquitos, survey finds
When it comes to mosquitos, Atlanta is one of the worst for the blood-sucking pests.
When it comes to mosquitos, Atlanta is one of the worst for the blood-sucking pests.
Detention officers work fast to save Coweta County inmate's life
Coweta County detention officers are credited with giving lifesaving first aid to an inmate that was having an apparent heart attack behind bars.
Coweta County detention officers are credited with giving lifesaving first aid to an inmate that was having an apparent heart attack behind bars.