CDC: Child infected by deadly brain-eating amoeba at Arlington splash pad

A brain-eating amoeba killed a child in Tarrant County, and investigators say it was likely contracted at one of Arlington's splash pads.

Sexual assault could lead to brain disorders, study suggests

Researchers followed dozens of women who suffered trauma such as sexual assault and found they could be at risk for stroke, dementia and other brain disorders.

Pfizer studying oral drug to prevent COVID-19 in those exposed

Pfizer has begun mid-to-late stage trials of an oral COVID-19 drug designed to prevent infection in those who have been exposed to the virus.

State Department spokesman reveals COVID-19 diagnosis

State Department spokesman Ned Price announced on Monday that he’s tested positive for COVID-19.

2 hosts of 'The View' say COVID-19 tests were false positives

The two co-hosts of “The View” who were abruptly pulled off the air last week before a planned interview with Vice President Kamala Harris say their tests were false positives.

DEA warns Georgians of counterfeit pills containing fentanyl, meth

Officials say a nationwide surge of counterfeit prescription pills are killing Americans at an "unprecedented rate." Just 2 milligrams of fentanyl can be deadly.

Hernando County firefighter dies from COVID-19 complications

David Hackett, 44, died from complications of COVID-19 on Saturday evening, according to Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services. 

US has enough COVID-19 vaccines for boosters, children, health officials say

Federal and state health authorities said current supply and steady production of more doses can easily accommodate those seeking boosters or initial vaccination.

COVID-19 booster shots: Who is eligible, where to find providers in Georgia

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated recommendations of who is eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster shot. The Department of Public Health has information on where to get them. The CDC provided some context on why only one vaccine has been approved so far.

Georgia sees spike in new ‘Obamacare’ sign ups

Between February 15 and August 15, a little more than 147,000 people in the state selected an Affordable Care Act health plan, according to a report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Crowded ICUs force hospitals to face decisions to postpone non-emergency surgeries

Hospitals in Georgia are diverting some resources from other departments to accommodate their patients in COVID ICU, and that means postponing non-elective surgeries.