Oliver the therapy dog
When David Thomas and Oliver come to visit here at Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital in Newnan, they are a big deal.
When David Thomas and Oliver come to visit here at Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital in Newnan, they are a big deal.
'I hear them daily in my allergy clinic': 5 myths debunked about seasonal allergies
Does moving to a new location get rid of allergies? Here are five of the most common myths about seasonal allergies.
Does moving to a new location get rid of allergies? Here are five of the most common myths about seasonal allergies.
Man loses over 200 pounds so he can fulfill dream of enlisting
Down more than 200 pounds, Aaron Schichtl's transformation is only the beginning.
Down more than 200 pounds, Aaron Schichtl's transformation is only the beginning.
Georgia Gwinnett College program turns food waste into fresh produce
When senior Stephen Johnson noticed kids not finishing their meals at the dining hall, he turned those leftovers into new produce that is giving back to the community. It's called the Roots to Shoots program.
When senior Stephen Johnson noticed kids not finishing their meals at the dining hall, he turned those leftovers into new produce that is giving back to the community. It's called the Roots to Shoots program.
Georgia law provides extra support for students with epilepsy
According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, 16,700 children in Georgia are living with epilepsy. The new law will provide training for school personnel, so those children can feel supported.
According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, 16,700 children in Georgia are living with epilepsy. The new law will provide training for school personnel, so those children can feel supported.
More support for students with epilepsy
A new law in Georgia is meant to offer more support to students with epilepsy. The new law will provide training for school personnel, so those children can feel supported.
A new law in Georgia is meant to offer more support to students with epilepsy. The new law will provide training for school personnel, so those children can feel supported.
Cure for grey hair? Scientific discovery could hold key to preserving hair color
NYU researchers conducted a study that finds stem cells stuck in the hair follicle can cause hair to lose color.
NYU researchers conducted a study that finds stem cells stuck in the hair follicle can cause hair to lose color.
After 31 years of chronic pain, a partial leg amputation allows Georgia woman to become a runner
Deanna Campbell struggled with ankle pain for 31 years. But, the hardest decision of her life, to amputate her leg below the knee, has allowed the 48-year-old her to run pain-free for the first time in decades.
Deanna Campbell struggled with ankle pain for 31 years. But, the hardest decision of her life, to amputate her leg below the knee, has allowed the 48-year-old her to run pain-free for the first time in decades.
Cleaning for a Reason: Network of maid services helps cancer patients nationwide
To date, Cleaning for a Reason has provided roughly $16 million worth of cleaning services to nearly 50,000 people battling cancer.
To date, Cleaning for a Reason has provided roughly $16 million worth of cleaning services to nearly 50,000 people battling cancer.
Mystery virus sends young Houston-area man into organ failure
“At first, I just thought it was a flu and cough, that's what we went in for. And then doctors were doing their tests, and then they came in saying, ‘we need to get you to the hospital now,’" Jacob says.
“At first, I just thought it was a flu and cough, that's what we went in for. And then doctors were doing their tests, and then they came in saying, ‘we need to get you to the hospital now,’" Jacob says.
Bees make life 'sweeter' at Sandy Springs medical facility
Kaiser Permanente Georgia's Glenlake Comprehensive Specialty Center in Sandy Springs has a unique new team of hardworking 'employees.'
Kaiser Permanente Georgia's Glenlake Comprehensive Specialty Center in Sandy Springs has a unique new team of hardworking 'employees.'
Get ready for 'rough' pollen season this year, allergist warns
Those who suffer from allergies know all too well their impact on sleep, daytime alertness and overall function.
Those who suffer from allergies know all too well their impact on sleep, daytime alertness and overall function.
After partial amputation, woman discovers running
A woman elected to undergo a partial leg amputation. She says the decision ultimately "set her free" from pain and helped her discover a love of running.
A woman elected to undergo a partial leg amputation. She says the decision ultimately "set her free" from pain and helped her discover a love of running.
College Park motel shut down for violations including stripper poles in rooms
The Fulton County Board of Health has shut down a motel officials say is in such deplorable conditions some of their workers could not even go inside some of the units.
The Fulton County Board of Health has shut down a motel officials say is in such deplorable conditions some of their workers could not even go inside some of the units.
Biologists invent new microscope inspired by scallops’ eyes to more effectively study organs
The microscope can image samples in any type of liquid, making it a new and more cost-effective approach for researchers studying organs and diagnosing diseases.
The microscope can image samples in any type of liquid, making it a new and more cost-effective approach for researchers studying organs and diagnosing diseases.
Jonesboro entrepreneur on breaking the stigma of autism
Diagnosed with autism at the age of 5, Aaliyah Thompson chose to crack open the door of possibilities and go after her passion. She's now the first person with autism to own her own beauty bar and nail school.
Diagnosed with autism at the age of 5, Aaliyah Thompson chose to crack open the door of possibilities and go after her passion. She's now the first person with autism to own her own beauty bar and nail school.
College Park motel shut down due by health officials
Mold, exposed wires, and broken smoke detectors were just some of the infractions found at a College Park motel. The Howard Johnson on Old National Highway near Interstate 85 is also known as "Motel Nine". Conditions were so bad the health board recently shut it down and they say the owner did not have a proper license.
Mold, exposed wires, and broken smoke detectors were just some of the infractions found at a College Park motel. The Howard Johnson on Old National Highway near Interstate 85 is also known as "Motel Nine". Conditions were so bad the health board recently shut it down and they say the owner did not have a proper license.
Spelman College students balance pros and cons of social media
When it comes to social media, Spelman College students Madison Riles and M’Kenzie Lumas-Harmon are constantly creating.
When it comes to social media, Spelman College students Madison Riles and M’Kenzie Lumas-Harmon are constantly creating.
Spelman College student weighs pros and cons of social media
A recent study found cutting back on social media helped younger people feel better about themselves and their body image. And in an ever-connected world, balancing the pros and cons of posting online can be challenges. However, at Spelman College, young women say they post what they want, without worrying about "likes."
A recent study found cutting back on social media helped younger people feel better about themselves and their body image. And in an ever-connected world, balancing the pros and cons of posting online can be challenges. However, at Spelman College, young women say they post what they want, without worrying about "likes."
Family of inmate who died covered in bed bugs reacts to Fulton County Jail shakeup
Sheriff Labat announced three chief jailers had stepped down amid an investigation into the death of an inmate last year. Lashawn Thompson was housed in filthy conditions, and his body was covered in insects when he was found. His family gave their reaction to the moves within the sheriff?s office.
Sheriff Labat announced three chief jailers had stepped down amid an investigation into the death of an inmate last year. Lashawn Thompson was housed in filthy conditions, and his body was covered in insects when he was found. His family gave their reaction to the moves within the sheriff?s office.