Five years later: The lasting impact of COVID-19 on Americans

Five years ago, on March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic, triggering lockdowns, business closures, and a dramatic shift in daily life across the globe.

Georgia lawmakers move to restrict hemp products, ban THC-infused drinks

If the stricter regulations pass at the Georgia Capitol, some of the items current sold in smoke shops and conveniences stores would become illegal in the Peach State.

Labradors’ overeating gene may explain human obesity risk, researchers say

A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.

HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link

The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.

Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds

Ten synthetic hair products were tested during the study and several of them tested positive for harmful chemicals such as benzene, which has shown to increase the risk of cancer.

What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?

The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease.

Only 59% of Americans say the pandemic is over, 5 years later

A new survey reveals that about three in five Americans say the pandemic is over, and some concerns still persist.

Here's how many people say they've never had COVID

It's been five years since the first days of the COVID-19 pandemic. But many Americans say they never caught the virus, even after all this time.

Unvaccinated adult dies after measles infection in New Mexico, health officials say

New Mexico health officials say an unvaccinated adult has died after a measles infection, though the virus has not been confirmed as the cause. The death comes as cases rise in Texas and New Mexico, prompting the CDC to send a response team.

Rabid raccoon alert: Resident bitten in Cumming

A raccoon captured along Castleberry Road in Cumming has tested positive for rabies, as confirmed by Forsyth County Animal Services.

DJ Daniel, father say honor during President Trump's speech was a surprise

Devarjaye “DJ" Daniel, a brain cancer survivor from Houston, was honored during President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday night. In an interview with FOX 26, Daniel says the moment was a surprise.

Warmer spring to trigger longer allergy season

Millions of people in the U.S. each year deal with symptoms of seasonal allergies caused by distinct types of pollen.