Lifeline setting up temporary shelter to help stop spread of dog flu

As Canine influenza is spreading through animal shelters across the country, including in metro Atlanta, Lifeline Animal Project is setting up a temporary shelter to help stop the spread.

Doctors treat chronic knee pain with injections of patient's own blood

Margaret Halbert had never heard of platelet rich plasma therapy until about a year ago. Now, the Atlanta woman considers the treatment a gamechanger for her chronic knee osteoarthritis pain.

Colorado library reopens after traces of meth found in building

Using meth indoors can virtually allow anything to become contaminated, including carpets, furniture, walls and surfaces.

German doctor gets over 2 years in prison for illegally issuing mask exemptions during pandemic

A regional court in the southwestern town of Weinheim confirmed Tuesday that the doctor was convicted of “issuing incorrect health certificates” to people from across Germany, most of whom she had never met or examined.

Sesame officially added to FDA's major food allergen list

A new federal law went into effect on Jan. 1 that requires all foods made and sold in the U.S. to be labeled if they contain sesame, which is now the nation's ninth major allergen.

Diabetes likely to surge in US children and teens by 2060, study finds

A recent study funded by the CDC and NIH projects young Americans with type 2 diabetes could increase by nearly 700% by the year 2060.

FDA expands availability of abortion pills

The change could expand access at both brick-and-mortar stores and online pharmacies.

Canton blood donors might win Super Bowl tickets

Every person who donates blood during the City of Canton drive will be entered for a chance to win a Super Bowl getaway in Glendale, Ariz., organizers say.

The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.5: What you must know now

The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.

More kids sickened by edibles at home, as legal pot grows

A new study cites more than 7,000 cases of kids younger than 6 eating marijuana edibles. In some cases, nearly a quarter of those children were admitted to the hospital, some becoming seriously ill.

Target delivers eggnog and hope for terminal cancer patient at the holidays

A terminal cancer patient and his Minneapolis family are feeling grateful as Target made sure he is fully stocked up on his favorite drink, eggnog, for the challenging weeks ahead, while the product disappears from store shelves.

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with two forms of cancer

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova revealed she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. "It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got," she said.

Officials warning pet owners of 'highly contagious' dog flu in DeKalb County

Officials say a "highly contagious" strain of dog flu has spread in several cities and now is hitting the metro Atlanta area. If your dog has symptoms, keep them away from other dogs for at least 28 days.

New law: Seniors on medicare kick off New Year with $35 insulin

U.S. Representative Lucy McBath introduced a law capping insulin costs at just $35 for seniors on Medicare back in February 2022. It went into effect Jan. 1, 2023.

More countries imposing COVID rules on travelers from China

China is battling a nationwide outbreak of the coronavirus after abruptly easing restrictions that were in place for much of the pandemic.

Alzheimer’s drug approval ‘rife with irregularities,’ investigation finds

The FDA overruled its advisers in approving the drug, Aduhelm, despite a lack of proof that it met its promise of slowing patients' decline. A high cost and that lack of proof led Medicare to limit the use of the drug.

Can’t stop at just one potato chip? Blame your genes, study says

A new study out of Japan focused on a genetic mechanism that had a strong correlation to the suppression of overeating high-calorie foods.