What Georgia men should know about testicular cancer
A Georgia man is opening up about his decade-long journey surviving testicular cancer to encourage other men to prioritize their health.
A Georgia man is opening up about his decade-long journey surviving testicular cancer to encourage other men to prioritize their health.
Common vaccine slashes Alzheimer's disease risk when dose is increased
A new, stronger flu shot could slash Alzheimer’s risk in half, according to new data.
A new, stronger flu shot could slash Alzheimer’s risk in half, according to new data.
More than 350k iron supplements recalled over violation of child-resistant packaging
Thousands of brands of dietary supplements that contain iron are being recalled because they are in violation of standard child-resistant packaging.
Thousands of brands of dietary supplements that contain iron are being recalled because they are in violation of standard child-resistant packaging.
Possible Salmonella contamination in Blairsville Ingles chicken salad
Georgia officials warn of possible Salmonella contamination in chicken salad sold at an Ingles in Blairsville.
Georgia officials warn of possible Salmonella contamination in chicken salad sold at an Ingles in Blairsville.
Health alert issued for mislabeled beef and pork products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Services (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for several raw beef and pork products after inspectors discovered they contained sesame that was not listed on the label. Sesame is a federally recognized allergen.
New nonprofit Brittany's Reign helping local youth through horses
A new nonprofit is turning tragedy into a mission to help young people heal, using the power of horses to support emotional wellness.
A new nonprofit is turning tragedy into a mission to help young people heal, using the power of horses to support emotional wellness.
Brittany's Reign helping other young people
A new nonprofit is turning tragedy into a mission to help young people heal, using the power of horses to support emotional wellness. “Brittany’s Reign,” founded by Bronica Deale, is hosting its first community event, “Crown for Brittany — Legacy in Motion,” this Saturday at Yellow River Park.
A new nonprofit is turning tragedy into a mission to help young people heal, using the power of horses to support emotional wellness. “Brittany’s Reign,” founded by Bronica Deale, is hosting its first community event, “Crown for Brittany — Legacy in Motion,” this Saturday at Yellow River Park.
High-protein diet may help fight cholera, study finds
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.
A UC Riverside study finds high-protein diets, especially casein and wheat gluten, can significantly reduce cholera infection in the gut.
Unexplained shoulder pain could signal dangerous health condition, doctor warns
While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also signal a dangerous health condition.
While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also signal a dangerous health condition.
Abortion pill by mail allowed to continue as judge rejects bid
A federal judge declined to block the nationwide mailing of the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing current FDA rules to remain in place.
A federal judge declined to block the nationwide mailing of the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing current FDA rules to remain in place.
Walmart Great Value Dino Nuggets lead warning retracted by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has pulled its public health alert about bags of dinosaur-shaped nuggets sold in Walmart stores.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has pulled its public health alert about bags of dinosaur-shaped nuggets sold in Walmart stores.
FDA warns 2 supplements sold at gas stations pose serious health risks
A new alert from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that consumers should avoid two supplement brands that could pose serious health problems.
A new alert from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that consumers should avoid two supplement brands that could pose serious health problems.
RFK Jr, EPA chief 'declare war' on microplastics amid growing evidence of health risks
Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin are declaring a war on microplastics.
Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin are declaring a war on microplastics.
Wawa recalls iced tea, lemonade, fruit punch over possible milk allergen, 100+ locations affected
Convenience store chain Wawa recalled bottles of iced tea, lemonade, and fruit punch that were sold at more than 100 stores along the East Coast.
Convenience store chain Wawa recalled bottles of iced tea, lemonade, and fruit punch that were sold at more than 100 stores along the East Coast.
Dee Freeman, actress and Marine veteran, dies at 66
Dolores “Dee" Freeman, a respected actress, writer, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died on April 2, 2026, at age 66 following a battle with cancer.
Dolores “Dee" Freeman, a respected actress, writer, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died on April 2, 2026, at age 66 following a battle with cancer.
Cobb Police's PATH unit helps teen at center of standoff
Police ended a tense SWAT standoff in West Cobb Wednesday evening after a teenage girl barricaded herself inside a home with easy access to weapons.
Police ended a tense SWAT standoff in West Cobb Wednesday evening after a teenage girl barricaded herself inside a home with easy access to weapons.
Georgia dad warns of rising colon cancer in young adults
There is a growing concern among doctors that colon cancer is showing up in younger and younger patients every year in the U.S.
There is a growing concern among doctors that colon cancer is showing up in younger and younger patients every year in the U.S.
Massive eye drop recall: FDA warns of sterility issues in 3 million bottles
The FDA has announced a recall of over 3 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, and more due to potential sterility issues.
The FDA has announced a recall of over 3 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, and more due to potential sterility issues.
CDC pauses testing for multiple infectious diseases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has temporarily paused diagnostic testing for rabies, monkeypox and several other infectious diseases.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has temporarily paused diagnostic testing for rabies, monkeypox and several other infectious diseases.
How healthy is your town? Dashboard shows how your city measures up
If you’ve ever wondered how the health of your city compares to other towns in the U.S., there’s a tool for that.
If you’ve ever wondered how the health of your city compares to other towns in the U.S., there’s a tool for that.