Mycoplasma pneumoniae or ‘walking pneumonia’: Symptoms, treatment information
Symptoms of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae are “typically gradual," the CDC says. It can include fever, a cough, and a sore throat.
Symptoms of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae are “typically gradual," the CDC says. It can include fever, a cough, and a sore throat.
Emergency room doctor shares Halloween safety tips
Halloween can be one of the most dangerous nights of the year for children, but you can make the holiday safer if you keep just a few things in mind.
Halloween can be one of the most dangerous nights of the year for children, but you can make the holiday safer if you keep just a few things in mind.
Researchers targeting childhood heart disease with stem cells, AI
Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.
Researchers in the U.S. and Australia are ushering in a new era of pediatric medicine by using stem cells and AI to solve childhood heart disease.
Hundreds at Walton High School undergo TB testing after possible exposure
Hundreds of students and staff at Walton High School in Cobb County were tested for tuberculosis on Tuesday.
Hundreds of students and staff at Walton High School in Cobb County were tested for tuberculosis on Tuesday.
Miracle survivor: Carol Rankin defies odds after rare, deadly stroke while horseback riding
Carol Rankin counts herself among the fortunate survivors of a hemorrhagic stroke, a rare and deadly form of stroke.
Carol Rankin counts herself among the fortunate survivors of a hemorrhagic stroke, a rare and deadly form of stroke.
Lassa fever suspected in Iowa resident's death; CDC investigates rare case
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
A suspected case of Lassa fever has claimed the life of an Iowa resident who recently returned from West Africa, prompting an investigation.;
Cobb County Police Department hit by 'baby boom'
In 2024 so far, 30 officers with the Cobb County Police Department have welcomed new bundles of joy to their families.
In 2024 so far, 30 officers with the Cobb County Police Department have welcomed new bundles of joy to their families.
Avoid a sugar overload this Halloween
There's no experience quite as wonderful as the Halloween candy basket, but there are ways to enjoy the holiday without hurting your health as much. The Fox Medical Team's Deena Centofanti takes a look at which candies may be a bit healthier for you.
There's no experience quite as wonderful as the Halloween candy basket, but there are ways to enjoy the holiday without hurting your health as much. The Fox Medical Team's Deena Centofanti takes a look at which candies may be a bit healthier for you.
Metro area dispensary president calls for more change after GDPH effort to address delays
Changes are coming to Georgia’s medical cannabis program.
Changes are coming to Georgia’s medical cannabis program.
Problem gambling grows along with revenue, study finds
With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.
With online gambling expanding across the U.S., new research reveals increasing gambling problems, sparking concerns for financial and mental health impacts.
CDC issues alert about 'walking pneumonia' in kids
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
A form of walking pneumonia is on the rise among children and the CDC says symptoms may include fever, cough, and wheezing.
Poor sleep quality linked to faster brain aging, study finds
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
New research highlights how poor sleep quality accelerates brain aging, showing the effects on cognitive health and offering tips for better sleep.
Dreams come true for young Taylor Swift fan with cancer from Brookhaven
A dream came true on Friday night for 10-year-old Caroline Brewer, a Taylor Swift superfan from Brookhaven who has cancer.
A dream came true on Friday night for 10-year-old Caroline Brewer, a Taylor Swift superfan from Brookhaven who has cancer.
McDonald’s E. coli outbreak: Taylor Farms says products safe
Taylor Farms, a California-based grower tied to a deadly E. coli outbreak involving McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, insists its products currently on the market are safe.
Taylor Farms, a California-based grower tied to a deadly E. coli outbreak involving McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, insists its products currently on the market are safe.
1 in 4 adults thinks they have undiagnosed ADHD, survey finds
ADHD is a developmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity. But symptoms can change as a person gets older, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.
ADHD is a developmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity and impulsivity. But symptoms can change as a person gets older, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Cape Day honors young patients
Every year, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta celebrates the young patients who are tackling their health challenges head-on with Cape Day.
Every year, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta celebrates the young patients who are tackling their health challenges head-on with Cape Day.
Construction industry CEOs join together to combat high rates of suicide among profession
Construction workers are dying by suicide at an alarming rate, and now companies and associations are joining forces to find solutions and provide resources.
Construction workers are dying by suicide at an alarming rate, and now companies and associations are joining forces to find solutions and provide resources.
Pizza contaminated with THC; Wisconsin-based business issues apology
Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.
Pizzas made and sold at a Wisconsin shop were unintentionally contaminated with THC, the local health department announced on Thursday.
McDonald's E.coli outbreak kills 1, sickens dozens
The outbreak has been linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers, according to the CDC.
The outbreak has been linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers, according to the CDC.
Georgia hospitals rationing IV fluid amid shortage; feds stepping in
Baxter’s North Cove manufacturing site in North Carolina, which was significantly damaged by Hurricane Helene, is still not back to full capacity.
Baxter’s North Cove manufacturing site in North Carolina, which was significantly damaged by Hurricane Helene, is still not back to full capacity.