Henry County father saves 7-year-old son with bone marrow transplant

A 7-year-old Henry County boy has beaten two rare forms of cancer following years of intensive treatments and a life-saving bone marrow transplant from his father.

Leukemia survivor creates metro Atlanta nonprofit for cancer patients

A cancer survivor is leveraging her strength training background to support children and families navigating pediatric cancer treatments.

Pig kidney functions for record 271 days inside man awaiting human transplant

Researchers say the success story of Tim Andrews shows how pig kidneys can help “bridge the gap between end-stage kidney failure and a human transplant, allowing a patient to forgo dialysis."

Officials confirm 3 new measles cases linked to metro Atlanta daycare

State health officials have confirmed three additional measles cases linked to an ongoing outbreak at a metro Atlanta daycare, bringing the total number of cases to eight.

Lindsay Clancy murder trial ends in mistrial after jury deadlocked

Following legal procedures that took several hours Friday, the judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial after the jury earlier in the day told the judge they were deadlocked on whether Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her three children.  

Surging demand for menopause patches prompts FDA action

The Food and Drug Administration is working with manufacturers to enhance the supply of the menopause patches amid a rising demand for the items and supply shortages.

Roswell teen uses basketball to fight youth mental health stigma

A 15-year-old high school student who has autism organized a basketball tournament in Roswell to break down mental health stigma and support area youth.

Doctors, experts issue updated advice on flu, COVID shots: What to know

Leading medical organizations have issued updated guidance urging Americans to get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 this fall.

Teen dies from brain-eating amoeba just days after Louisiana child's death

A teenager who contracted a brain-eating amoeba in North Carolina has died, just days after the rare infection claimed the life of a child in Louisiana. 

Recalled weight loss products are tainted with toxic substance, FDA says

A product sold for weight loss has been recalled because it contains toxic substances that can cause “a wide range of serious and potentially life-threatening adverse effects.”

Marietta police registry aims to find missing vulnerable adults

Marietta police launched a voluntary registry to speed up searches for missing vulnerable individuals who have trouble communicating.

Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Roswell

Fulton County health officials detected West Nile virus in mosquito traps at Roswell Area Park and Garrard Landing Park.

Dr. Mike: Vegan diet may help inflammation, aging
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A new study suggests a vegan diet -- even for a short time -- may help reduce inflammation and slow biological aging. FOX's Dr. Mike Cirigliano breaks it down. 

DeKalb screen time, UGA med school students, and new Children's CEO

From the launch of Georgia's newest medical school to a push for more accessible pediatric care, several education and health developments are underway across metro Atlanta and the state.

Artificial sweetener linked to higher risk of cardiovascular events

Higher blood levels of the artificial sweetener xylitol were linked to a higher risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event, a new study finds.

Beloved Dallas baseball coach seriously hurt in dirt bike crash

A beloved baseball coach from Dallas is hospitalized with serious injuries following a dirt bike accident over the weekend.