Wegovy pill for weight loss approved by FDA; 1st of its kind
The pill will be 25 mg that should be taken once daily, according to Novo Nordisk.
The pill will be 25 mg that should be taken once daily, according to Novo Nordisk.
Barry Manilow reveals early lung cancer diagnosis, says no chemo needed
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Legendary singer and songwriter Barry Manilow announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery after completing his current run of concerts.
Misunderstood illness leaves millions exhausted, with most cases undiagnosed
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a misunderstood illness that affects 3.3 million people in the US, with one in four confined to bed at some point.
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a misunderstood illness that affects 3.3 million people in the US, with one in four confined to bed at some point.
Trump announces new deals with drugmakers to lower prices for Americans
Trump announced new agreements with major drugmakers to lower prescription costs and boost U.S. pharmaceutical investment.
Trump announced new agreements with major drugmakers to lower prescription costs and boost U.S. pharmaceutical investment.
Flu cases shut down Meriwether County elementary school
A flu outbreak forced Mountain View Elementary in Meriwether County to shift to remote learning, following state health officials’ recommendation to close the school until further notice.
A flu outbreak forced Mountain View Elementary in Meriwether County to shift to remote learning, following state health officials’ recommendation to close the school until further notice.
FDA announces urgent recall of dietary supplement due to undeclared ingredients
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an urgent recall of a dietary supplement due to the capsules being tainted with sildenafil and tadalafil, which are FDA approved drugs to treat male erectile dysfunction.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an urgent recall of a dietary supplement due to the capsules being tainted with sildenafil and tadalafil, which are FDA approved drugs to treat male erectile dysfunction.
Body camera video shows Chamblee officers revive man after workplace heart attack
Four Chamblee police officers used CPR and an AED to revive a man after he suffered a cardiac arrest at work.
Four Chamblee police officers used CPR and an AED to revive a man after he suffered a cardiac arrest at work.
Man, 57, dies in custody at Cobb County Adult Detention Center
A 57-year-old man died after being found unresponsive while in custody at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center.
A 57-year-old man died after being found unresponsive while in custody at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center.
Man’s extreme energy drink habit leads to concerning medical discovery, doctors say
A relatively healthy man in his 50s suffered a stroke from the overconsumption of energy drinks.
A relatively healthy man in his 50s suffered a stroke from the overconsumption of energy drinks.
Silicosis: Countertops linked to Massachusetts man's diagnosis
A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.
A Massachusetts man in his 40s has been diagnosed with silicosis, an incurable lung disease linked to popular kitchen countertops.
Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Nasal spray recalled due to possible mold, microbial contamination
ReBoost Nasal Spray, sold nationwide, has been recalled due to potential mold and microbial contamination. Here’s what we know.
ReBoost Nasal Spray, sold nationwide, has been recalled due to potential mold and microbial contamination. Here’s what we know.
Peachtree City caregiver faces cancer battle while husband needs 24/7 care
The Peachtree City community is rallying around a couple facing a devastating health diagnosis and in need of immediate financial support.
The Peachtree City community is rallying around a couple facing a devastating health diagnosis and in need of immediate financial support.
Couple in crisis after a devastating cancer diagnosis, Medicare denial
Melodie Woods is the full-time caregiver for her husband, Wesley Woods, who lives with progressive supranuclear palsy and requires full-time care. Ms. Woods was recently diagnosed with a devastating form of cancer and will no longer be able to care for him full-time. Now the Woods are turning to their community for support. FOX 5’s Doug Evans brings the heart-wrenching story to Ariyl Onstott at the desk.
Melodie Woods is the full-time caregiver for her husband, Wesley Woods, who lives with progressive supranuclear palsy and requires full-time care. Ms. Woods was recently diagnosed with a devastating form of cancer and will no longer be able to care for him full-time. Now the Woods are turning to their community for support. FOX 5’s Doug Evans brings the heart-wrenching story to Ariyl Onstott at the desk.
Gwinnett man finishes 100-mile run to honor friend with rare genetic disorder
Gwinnett County runner Holden Cammarata is attempting a 100-mile run at Little Mulberry Park to honor his friend with Williams syndrome and raise awareness and support for the rare genetic disorder.
Gwinnett County runner Holden Cammarata is attempting a 100-mile run at Little Mulberry Park to honor his friend with Williams syndrome and raise awareness and support for the rare genetic disorder.
Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
CDC warns travelers about outbreak of untreatable mosquito disease in 4 countries
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
Recall issued for blood pressure medication over possible cholesterol drug contamination
Neither the FDA nor Glenmark Pharmaceuticals have issued guidance for consumers who may have the medication involved in this recall.
Neither the FDA nor Glenmark Pharmaceuticals have issued guidance for consumers who may have the medication involved in this recall.
Obamacare support hits an all-time high, poll reveals
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.