DeKalb County opening new monkeypox vaccination appointments as cases rise
DeKalb County health officials are offering another chance for eligible residents to get vaccinated for monkeypox, but appointments are expected to go quickly. As of today, Georgia has over 500 confirmed cases of the virus.
DeKalb County health officials are offering another chance for eligible residents to get vaccinated for monkeypox, but appointments are expected to go quickly. As of today, Georgia has over 500 confirmed cases of the virus.
Georgia teen's studio-made movie hits film festival screens fulfilling lifelong 'wish'
A teen whose dream of becoming a moviemaker came true thanks to the Georgia Film Industry and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
A teen whose dream of becoming a moviemaker came true thanks to the Georgia Film Industry and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Doctor discusses President Biden's rebound COVID-19
President Biden is back in isolation after experiencing what his doctor describes as a rebound COVID-19 infection. One Newnan physician explains what happened, and why people shouldn't panic.
President Biden is back in isolation after experiencing what his doctor describes as a rebound COVID-19 infection. One Newnan physician explains what happened, and why people shouldn't panic.
Where to find monkeypox vaccines in metro Atlanta
Vaccines are in limited supply or unavailable in most places. Here is how metro Atlanta health departments are distributing vaccines to patients.
Vaccines are in limited supply or unavailable in most places. Here is how metro Atlanta health departments are distributing vaccines to patients.
Georgia teen uses dance to cope with vision-altering autoimmune disorder
Kimora Barker is a lot like any other 16-year-old, only the Morrow, Georgia, high schooler has a lot more doctor's appointments than her friends. She has grown up with an autoimmune disease that is affecting her in some unexpected ways.
Kimora Barker is a lot like any other 16-year-old, only the Morrow, Georgia, high schooler has a lot more doctor's appointments than her friends. She has grown up with an autoimmune disease that is affecting her in some unexpected ways.
Eating ultra-processed food linked to faster cognitive decline in older adults, study says
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Participants who ate more than 20% of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods were more likely to suffer a decline in cognitive function, according to the study.
Family Dollar issues massive national recall on drug and self-care items
If you shop at Family Dollar, you've likely bought something on the list of more than 400 items being recalled by the discount store - including toothpaste, pain relievers, and cold medicines.
If you shop at Family Dollar, you've likely bought something on the list of more than 400 items being recalled by the discount store - including toothpaste, pain relievers, and cold medicines.
Rising COVID-19 case numbers bring Atlanta into 'Red Zone'
The city of Atlanta is now in the COVID "Red Zone" after over 2,000 new cases of the virus were confirmed in a week.
The city of Atlanta is now in the COVID "Red Zone" after over 2,000 new cases of the virus were confirmed in a week.
Former Georgia star, NFL RB Lars Tate dies of cancer at 56
Lars Tate, part of a long line of Georgia running back greats who went on to play three seasons in the NFL with Tampa Bay and Chicago, has died, the school announced Tuesday. He was 56.
Lars Tate, part of a long line of Georgia running back greats who went on to play three seasons in the NFL with Tampa Bay and Chicago, has died, the school announced Tuesday. He was 56.
Senate OKs bill to expand aid to veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, sends to Biden
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
With masks optional in most schools, should your student wear one? A pediatrician weighs in
As Georgia students head back to class, many school districts are now requiring students wear masks indoors. But, with COVID-19 cases steadily increasing again, pediatrician Jennifer Shu says she does not see a downside to wearing a mask.
As Georgia students head back to class, many school districts are now requiring students wear masks indoors. But, with COVID-19 cases steadily increasing again, pediatrician Jennifer Shu says she does not see a downside to wearing a mask.
Stress and the brain: Study finds certain types of stress can benefit your mind
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
The lead author of the study says low to moderate stress levels are connected to lower mental health problems and improved brain functioning.
Atlanta fertility specialist breaks down IVF
Infertility is more common than you might think, affecting about 1 in 8 US couples. Atlanta reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Desiree McCarthy-Keith discusses IVF, or in vitro fertilization, and why she encourages couples trying to get pregnant to give it time.
Infertility is more common than you might think, affecting about 1 in 8 US couples. Atlanta reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Desiree McCarthy-Keith discusses IVF, or in vitro fertilization, and why she encourages couples trying to get pregnant to give it time.
Mother sues Facebook, claiming harm to addicted teenage daughter
Cecelia Tesch says her 13-year-old daughter suffers from an eating disorder, depression and other mental health problems after six years of using Facebook.
Cecelia Tesch says her 13-year-old daughter suffers from an eating disorder, depression and other mental health problems after six years of using Facebook.
Even the simplest form of exercise can help with an aging brain, research hints
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
The U.S. study compared sedentary older adults assigned aerobic exercises or a simple stretching routine, along with group classes and instructors to keep them engaged.
USDA proposes new rules on salmonella for food processors — or risk shutdowns
The CDC says approximately one in every 25 packages of chicken sold at grocery stores contains salmonella bacteria.
The CDC says approximately one in every 25 packages of chicken sold at grocery stores contains salmonella bacteria.
Biden tests positive in 'rebound' COVID case for 2nd day in a row
He's tested positive for COVID-19 for the second straight day, in what appears to be a rare case of “rebound” following treatment with an anti-viral drug.
He's tested positive for COVID-19 for the second straight day, in what appears to be a rare case of “rebound” following treatment with an anti-viral drug.
NYC declares monkeypox outbreak a 'public health emergency'
In a statement, Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan declared that the city's monkeypox outbreak was a "public health emergency" in order to fight the spread of the virus.
In a statement, Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan declared that the city's monkeypox outbreak was a "public health emergency" in order to fight the spread of the virus.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 again in 'rebound' case, doctor says
White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a letter that Biden "has experienced no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well."
White House physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a letter that Biden "has experienced no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well."
3-year-old Pennsylvania boy contracts rare illness from tick bite
A Pennsylvania mom shares her son's medical journey to help others recognize the signs of a potentially perilous illness
A Pennsylvania mom shares her son's medical journey to help others recognize the signs of a potentially perilous illness