COVID-19 vaccine brings protection and, for some, uncomfortable side effects
Liz Hosp of Atlanta went to a drive-thru vaccine clinic back in January, getting her first dose of the Moderna vaccine with her husband Mike and with her mom, Anne Sayre, who had just moved into their Edgewood home in December.
Liz Hosp of Atlanta went to a drive-thru vaccine clinic back in January, getting her first dose of the Moderna vaccine with her husband Mike and with her mom, Anne Sayre, who had just moved into their Edgewood home in December.
Georgia members of Hindu organization send supplies to COVID-ravaged India
Members of SEWA International in Georgia have spent the last few weeks raising money for resources to send to COVID-ravaged India.
Members of SEWA International in Georgia have spent the last few weeks raising money for resources to send to COVID-ravaged India.
Study: Middle-aged people who sleep less than than 7 hours nightly may have increased risk of dementia
A recent study highlighted by the National Institutes of Health found that middle-aged people who slept less than seven hours a night and/or had irregular sleep patterns could be at higher risk of developing dementia later in life.
A recent study highlighted by the National Institutes of Health found that middle-aged people who slept less than seven hours a night and/or had irregular sleep patterns could be at higher risk of developing dementia later in life.
Miscarriage risk 43% higher for Black women, new study suggests
Black women face a significantly higher risk of having a miscarriage than White women, a new study revealed.
Black women face a significantly higher risk of having a miscarriage than White women, a new study revealed.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium sets new COVID-19 shot record
A new record was set at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday for the number of COVID-19 vaccines administered in a single day.
A new record was set at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday for the number of COVID-19 vaccines administered in a single day.
CDC study finds unsafe bedding leading cause of sudden unexpected infant deaths
The CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend keeping soft bedding — like blankets, pillow, bumper pads and soft toys — out of a baby's sleeping area.
The CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend keeping soft bedding — like blankets, pillow, bumper pads and soft toys — out of a baby's sleeping area.
Unemployment claims fall to 553,000
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped by 13,000 last week to 553,000, the lowest level since the pandemic hit last March and another sign the economy is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped by 13,000 last week to 553,000, the lowest level since the pandemic hit last March and another sign the economy is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
FDA revives effort to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars
The FDA said Thursday it will work toward a ban of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. But any menthol ban would take years to implement and will likely face legal challenges from tobacco companies.
The FDA said Thursday it will work toward a ban of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. But any menthol ban would take years to implement and will likely face legal challenges from tobacco companies.
Woman with advanced breast cancer gets COVID-19 vaccine after weighing benefits, risks
A Georgia woman diagnosed with advanced breast cancer says she was worried about getting the COVID-19 vaccine after learning of potential risks.
A Georgia woman diagnosed with advanced breast cancer says she was worried about getting the COVID-19 vaccine after learning of potential risks.
US economy grew at a robust 6.4% rate last quarter
The U.S. economy grew at a brisk 6.4% annual rate last quarter — a show of strength fueled by government aid and declining viral cases that could drive further gains as the nation rebounds with unusual speed from the pandemic recession.
The U.S. economy grew at a brisk 6.4% annual rate last quarter — a show of strength fueled by government aid and declining viral cases that could drive further gains as the nation rebounds with unusual speed from the pandemic recession.
Republican lawmakers with medical degrees release video urging Americans to get COVID-19 vaccine
The group of lawmakers, which include doctors, dentists and registered pharmacists, encouraged supporters to get a COVID-19 vaccine in a new video.
The group of lawmakers, which include doctors, dentists and registered pharmacists, encouraged supporters to get a COVID-19 vaccine in a new video.
Health care providers, tech companies expand digital access to vaccine records
Technology companies and health care providers have developed digital vaccination records that you can access on your phone. The companies are explicit that these are not "vaccine passports," which have been linked to hot-button political debates.
Technology companies and health care providers have developed digital vaccination records that you can access on your phone. The companies are explicit that these are not "vaccine passports," which have been linked to hot-button political debates.
Lyme disease-carrying ticks found near beaches at equal rates as wooded areas, study says
A study found that Lyme disease-carrying ticks in Northern California, more commonly associated with wooded habitats, were just as abundant in coastal areas.
A study found that Lyme disease-carrying ticks in Northern California, more commonly associated with wooded habitats, were just as abundant in coastal areas.
Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines 94% effective at cutting hospitalizations for older adults, CDC says
The CDC’s study found the shots are 94% effective at preventing hospitalizations for fully vaccinated adults and 64% effective among partially vaccinated adults 65 and older.
The CDC’s study found the shots are 94% effective at preventing hospitalizations for fully vaccinated adults and 64% effective among partially vaccinated adults 65 and older.
Experts say COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12-15 could be available by early May
Right now COVID19 vaccines are approved for kids ages 16 and older but researchers say the Pfizer vaccine could be available to children ages 12 to 15 by early May.
Right now COVID19 vaccines are approved for kids ages 16 and older but researchers say the Pfizer vaccine could be available to children ages 12 to 15 by early May.
Nashville COVID ICU nurses give patient a spa day
A woman battling with COVID-19 after being on a ventilator for weeks got tender loving care from frontline workers in Nashville, who treated her to a 'spa day.'
A woman battling with COVID-19 after being on a ventilator for weeks got tender loving care from frontline workers in Nashville, who treated her to a 'spa day.'
Descendants of syphilis experiment at Tuskegee caution using study as reason not to get COVID vaccine
Descendants of the infamous syphilis experiment at Tuskegee are encouraging Black people to get the vaccine despite many Black people citing the experiment as a reason why they do not trust doctors or the vaccine.
Descendants of the infamous syphilis experiment at Tuskegee are encouraging Black people to get the vaccine despite many Black people citing the experiment as a reason why they do not trust doctors or the vaccine.
Europe will reach herd immunity by August at the latest, BioNTech CEO says
The head of German pharmaceutical company BioNTech says Europe can achieve herd immunity against the coronavirus within the next four months.
The head of German pharmaceutical company BioNTech says Europe can achieve herd immunity against the coronavirus within the next four months.
Non-profit in US helps with ongoing COVID-19 crisis in India
As the US relaxes some COVID-19 guidelines, India is dealing with a massive surge in cases.
As the US relaxes some COVID-19 guidelines, India is dealing with a massive surge in cases.
Gwinnett County launches Project Reset 2.0 to help with rent, utility bills
Applications are now open for Gwinnett County's emergency rental assistance program for residents who need help paying their rent and utility bills.
Applications are now open for Gwinnett County's emergency rental assistance program for residents who need help paying their rent and utility bills.