CDC reports surge in RSV-related ER visits across Georgia

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting a sharp rise in emergency room visits from RSV in Georgia.

What is 'ultra-processed food'? Most Americans don't know

A new survey shows most Americans are unfamiliar with what qualifies as ultra-processed food, despite growing health concerns and calls for better labeling.

Human bird flu infection case reported in Barron Co., WI

One person in Barron County, Wisconsin, is believed to be the first in the state this year to have contracted bird flu after being exposed to an infected flock.

Beware of holiday high-intensity drinking
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While the focus is usually on binge drinking during the holidays, recently the term ''high-intensity drinking'' is gaining more attention. The Fox Medial Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano explains why that type of drinking can be even worse health-wise.

Santa Clara mom and son both battle cancer

It's an emotional holiday season for a Santa Clara family. For years, Cherie Carter and her son, Carter Fulhors, have battled cancer together. But Cherie recently learned she may not have long to live.

Fewer grandparents raising grandkids, preschool enrollment drops: Data reveals COVID-19's impact

The U.S. Census Bureau's latest American Community Survey highlights significant shifts in American life between 2014-2018 and 2019-2023, reflecting the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and other societal changes.

Georgia Access enrollment deadline pushed back to Friday

Still haven't signed up for a health insurance plan? Officials have extended the deadline to enroll in Georgia Access until Friday.

Man climbs into Target ceiling, refuses to come out, Peachtree City police say

There was a heavy law enforcement presence at a Peachtree City Target where police say a man climbed into the ceiling and refused to come out Sunday night.

Cancer-causing chemicals discovered in Rockdale County soil after BioLab fire, scientist finds

In Rockdale County, the results of an EPA whistleblower’s independent testing on the county’s water and soil shed new light on the effects of the massive chemical fire at the BioLab chemical plant in September. 

Tuberculosis exposure reported South Gwinnett High School

Students at South Gwinnett High School could have been exposed to tuberculosis after officials confirmed a positive diagnosis for the bacteria.

Residents along rural Athens two-lane claimed for decades they were being poisoned. They were right

Residents of a working-class Athens neighborhood claimed for decades they were being poisoned, with a high rate of cancer, only for state and federal environmental experts to brush their concerns aside. New tests show the residents were right, with unsafe levels of PFAS, or forever chemicals, in their well water.