Lupus breakthrough: Researchers may have found cause of autoimmune disease
Researchers claim they have found a “molecular defect" that leads to lupus. Autoimmune experts weigh in on the potential impact.
Researchers claim they have found a “molecular defect" that leads to lupus. Autoimmune experts weigh in on the potential impact.
Copperhead snake bite sends Marietta man to hospital ahead of Fourth of July holiday
A metro Atlanta man is urging caution after he was bitten by a venomous snake while preparing for a Fourth of July party in Marietta last week.
A metro Atlanta man is urging caution after he was bitten by a venomous snake while preparing for a Fourth of July party in Marietta last week.
Tampons can contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic, study finds
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
Researchers found various concentrations of 16 types of metals, including toxic metals lead and arsenic, across all tampons they tested in a new study. Here's what else they found.
Beat the Heat: Foods to eat, not eat during hot summer months
As temperatures soar, staying hydrated is crucial, but what about the foods we eat to keep cool?
As temperatures soar, staying hydrated is crucial, but what about the foods we eat to keep cool?
Foods that help you stay cool
Find out what foods will help you stay cool when it is super hot outside. And find out why very cold beverages may not be the best thing to drink.
Find out what foods will help you stay cool when it is super hot outside. And find out why very cold beverages may not be the best thing to drink.
Blood donors critically needed in Georgia, American Red Cross says
The American Red Cross says blood and platelet donors are critically needed to support lifesaving transfusions around Georgia this summer.
The American Red Cross says blood and platelet donors are critically needed to support lifesaving transfusions around Georgia this summer.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome: Marijuana-linked condition on the rise
As marijuana use becomes more prevalent, a severe illness linked to frequent cannabis use is also on the rise.
As marijuana use becomes more prevalent, a severe illness linked to frequent cannabis use is also on the rise.
Human plague case confirmed in Colorado, health officials warn
A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, about 100 miles south of Denver, with health officials urging precautions for both people and pets.
A human case of the plague has been confirmed in Pueblo County, Colorado, about 100 miles south of Denver, with health officials urging precautions for both people and pets.
Georgia teen one of first pediatric patients to receive groundbreaking diabetes treatment
The recently FDA approved drug will help people like the fun-loving gymnast from developing diabetes for at least 2 to 7 years.
The recently FDA approved drug will help people like the fun-loving gymnast from developing diabetes for at least 2 to 7 years.
Emory Smyrna Hospital closing by end of the year
Emory Smyrna Hospital will close by the end of the year, according to Emory Healthcare officials.
Emory Smyrna Hospital will close by the end of the year, according to Emory Healthcare officials.
‘Heartbreaking’ hoarding disorder rises as America ages, according to new Senate report
The new report details the effects caused by hoarding disorder, which affects as many as 14 million Americans.
The new report details the effects caused by hoarding disorder, which affects as many as 14 million Americans.
Mom: Rare surgery using 3D technology saved her child's quality of life
Justice Altidore was born with born a double aortic arch, a congenital heart defect found in 1 in 10,000 babies. But a 3D printed tracheal splint has changed her life.
Justice Altidore was born with born a double aortic arch, a congenital heart defect found in 1 in 10,000 babies. But a 3D printed tracheal splint has changed her life.
What color is your child’s swimwear? It might just save their lives
Choosing your child’s swimsuit might be more of an aesthetic choice, but experts warn parents and guardians that the color might just help save your child’s life.
Choosing your child’s swimsuit might be more of an aesthetic choice, but experts warn parents and guardians that the color might just help save your child’s life.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug that can modestly slow disease
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
Eli Lilly's Kisunla is the second treatment available in the U.S. that has been shown in trials to modestly slow a decline in memory.
Caution advised for seniors still taking daily aspirin
Many seniors across the U.S. continue a daily aspirin regimen to reduce their cardiovascular disease risk.
Many seniors across the U.S. continue a daily aspirin regimen to reduce their cardiovascular disease risk.
Older adults may not need aspirin
Many older adults may still be taking daily aspirin based on previous advice even though they don't need to be and it could be risky.
Many older adults may still be taking daily aspirin based on previous advice even though they don't need to be and it could be risky.
Marietta Police Department becomes one of few to hire full-time wellness officer
The Marietta Police Department has become one of few in the country to invest in the mental well-being of its employees by hiring a full-time wellness officer.
The Marietta Police Department has become one of few in the country to invest in the mental well-being of its employees by hiring a full-time wellness officer.
What is ‘sober curious’? All about the growing shift on alcohol
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
The “sober curious” alcohol movement is becoming more mainstream. Here’s what it’s about and how it could impact your life.
Daily multivitamins might not help you live longer, study finds: 'No differences in mortality'
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
A study found those who took daily multivitamins did not have a lower risk of death from any cause than people who took no multivitamins.
East coast heat wave: How does heat exposure affect pregnancy?
Heat and Pregnancy: As the heat index is projected to reach triple digits in Georgia on Sunday, medical experts are warning about the impacts of extreme heat on pregnant women.
Heat and Pregnancy: As the heat index is projected to reach triple digits in Georgia on Sunday, medical experts are warning about the impacts of extreme heat on pregnant women.