The next COVID casualty: Your cup of coffee?
The pandemic has reduced mitigation of a fungus destroying coffee crops across Latin and Central America, along with limiting the movement of migrant workers who harvest coffee.
The pandemic has reduced mitigation of a fungus destroying coffee crops across Latin and Central America, along with limiting the movement of migrant workers who harvest coffee.
'The Office' CPR technique helps Indiana dad save 4-year-old daughter
A father from Indiana had seconds to act when his 4-year-old child fell to the ground and became unresponsive amid a sudden cardiac arrest.
A father from Indiana had seconds to act when his 4-year-old child fell to the ground and became unresponsive amid a sudden cardiac arrest.
US unemployment claims fall to 364,000, a new pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
July 4 BBQ tips: Virologist says pack the hand sanitizer, avoid the potato salad
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
Gov. Kemp 'comfortable' allowing public health emergency to expire
Just hours before the scheduled expiration of Georgia's Public Health State of Emergency, Gov. Brian Kemp said he was 'comfortable' with the decision in an exclusive interview with FOX 5 News.
Just hours before the scheduled expiration of Georgia's Public Health State of Emergency, Gov. Brian Kemp said he was 'comfortable' with the decision in an exclusive interview with FOX 5 News.
Moderna: Blood samples show vaccine effective against delta variant
According to Moderna, its coronavirus vaccine is effective against emerging variants including the highly contagious delta variant — a hopeful sign as the virus continues to evolve.
According to Moderna, its coronavirus vaccine is effective against emerging variants including the highly contagious delta variant — a hopeful sign as the virus continues to evolve.
After Lupus changed her face, Atlanta woman turns to surgery for second chance
Antonette Currie of Atlanta says it was hard to look in the mirror, after a rare form of Lupus left her face gaunt and scarred. But, the 35-year-old business owner and former model has a new look, thanks to a plastic surgery procedure that restored the fullness in her face.
Antonette Currie of Atlanta says it was hard to look in the mirror, after a rare form of Lupus left her face gaunt and scarred. But, the 35-year-old business owner and former model has a new look, thanks to a plastic surgery procedure that restored the fullness in her face.
Pfizer to request COVID-19 vaccine emergency approval for kids ages 5-11 by fall
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is currently authorized for use in individuals aged 12 and older
Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is currently authorized for use in individuals aged 12 and older
More than 68% of active US military receive COVID-19 vaccine, DOD says
The Department of Defense announced more than 68% of active-duty military service members have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine — an “amazing feat,” according to Max Rose, the senior adviser to the secretary of defense.
The Department of Defense announced more than 68% of active-duty military service members have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine — an “amazing feat,” according to Max Rose, the senior adviser to the secretary of defense.
Vaccines helping US gain 'independence' from COVID-19, experts say
As the U.S. marks the Fourth of July holiday, experts say Americans have much to celebrate in the fight against the coronavirus.
As the U.S. marks the Fourth of July holiday, experts say Americans have much to celebrate in the fight against the coronavirus.
Royal Caribbean to require unvaccinated guests on Florida cruises to have travel insurance
Royal Caribbean says unvaccinated guests on cruises departing from Florida will be required to get travel insurance that covers coronavirus-related medical expenses, quarantine and evacuation. That's in addition to paying for multiple COVID-19 tests both before and during their cruise.
Royal Caribbean says unvaccinated guests on cruises departing from Florida will be required to get travel insurance that covers coronavirus-related medical expenses, quarantine and evacuation. That's in addition to paying for multiple COVID-19 tests both before and during their cruise.
As delta variant rises, CDC director weighs in on wearing masks
Countries around the world are bringing back restrictions as the delta variant rises. Some counties in the U.S. are as well, and WHO has urged even vaccinated individuals to keep wearing masks. Here’s how the CDC is weighing in now.
Countries around the world are bringing back restrictions as the delta variant rises. Some counties in the U.S. are as well, and WHO has urged even vaccinated individuals to keep wearing masks. Here’s how the CDC is weighing in now.
DeKalb Schools lifts mask mandate for students and staff
Students and staff in DeKalb County are are "strongly encouraged" but no longer required to wear masks inside or outside school buildings.
Students and staff in DeKalb County are are "strongly encouraged" but no longer required to wear masks inside or outside school buildings.
CDC eviction moratorium left in place by Supreme Court
The court on Tuesday rejected a plea by landlords to end the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moratorium on evicting millions of tenants who aren't paying rent during the coronavirus pandemic.
The court on Tuesday rejected a plea by landlords to end the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moratorium on evicting millions of tenants who aren't paying rent during the coronavirus pandemic.
CDC Deputy Director looks back on 33 years on the front lines of public health
Dr. Anne Schuchat came to the CDC to train as a disease detective 33 years ago. She expected to stay just a couple of years. Instead, the 61-year-old fell in love with public health.
Dr. Anne Schuchat came to the CDC to train as a disease detective 33 years ago. She expected to stay just a couple of years. Instead, the 61-year-old fell in love with public health.
Mixing AstraZeneca, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines provides ‘robust’ protection, study says
Being able to mix vaccines could help optimize the global vaccine supply and provide shots to communities with limited access to healthcare.
Being able to mix vaccines could help optimize the global vaccine supply and provide shots to communities with limited access to healthcare.
Magnetic weight loss device prevents mouth from opening more than .2cm, sparks outcry
The weight loss tool, which was developed by researchers in the UK and New Zealand, has been likened online to a 'medieval torture device.'
The weight loss tool, which was developed by researchers in the UK and New Zealand, has been likened online to a 'medieval torture device.'
South Fulton vaccination site replaces former College Park site
The site is at the South Fulton Service Center at 5710 Stonewall Tell Road.
The site is at the South Fulton Service Center at 5710 Stonewall Tell Road.
Should you mask up again because of Delta variant? One expert weighs in
US health officials are tracking the Delta variant, a new, much more contagious strain of COVID-19. So, should you start wearing a mask in public again, just in case? Dr. Felipe Lobelo, director of epidemiology for Kaiser Permanente of Georgia, weighs in.
US health officials are tracking the Delta variant, a new, much more contagious strain of COVID-19. So, should you start wearing a mask in public again, just in case? Dr. Felipe Lobelo, director of epidemiology for Kaiser Permanente of Georgia, weighs in.
Hawks All-Star Dikembe Mutombo backs using drones to deliver COVID-19 vaccine
Dikembe Mutombo has flown back to the Democratic Republic of the Congo six times since he was vaccinated earlier this year. The former NBA All-Star and Atlanta Hawks legend is backing a new way to get the vaccine out in his home country, using drones.
Dikembe Mutombo has flown back to the Democratic Republic of the Congo six times since he was vaccinated earlier this year. The former NBA All-Star and Atlanta Hawks legend is backing a new way to get the vaccine out in his home country, using drones.