Local outreach group sponsors HIV awareness event
The event featured fun things to do like a bounce house, skating, food and music, along with educational services and health screening.
The event featured fun things to do like a bounce house, skating, food and music, along with educational services and health screening.
HIV awareness event preview
A Vision 4 Hope will hold Unity Fest at Best Friends Restaurant on Godby Road in College Park to raise awareness and help reduce the disproportionate impact of HIV and AIDS on communities of color.
A Vision 4 Hope will hold Unity Fest at Best Friends Restaurant on Godby Road in College Park to raise awareness and help reduce the disproportionate impact of HIV and AIDS on communities of color.
Meet the namesake of new Georgia law giving mental health benefits to first responders
It's called the "Ashley Wilson Act" after the Gwinnett County Police Sergeant who advocated for it.
It's called the "Ashley Wilson Act" after the Gwinnett County Police Sergeant who advocated for it.
Alpharetta Fire wants you to download this app. Here's why.
The app alerts users when there is someone having a cardiac emergency in the area, so they can respond and possibly help save a life.
The app alerts users when there is someone having a cardiac emergency in the area, so they can respond and possibly help save a life.
Rare surgery using 3D technology saves child's quality of life
The now 3-year-old girl struggled to breathe after being born with a double aortic arch. The congenital heart defect is found in 1 in 10,000 babies. Open-heart surgery less than two weeks after birth did not completely fix the problem. That's when Children?s Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Technology Center at Georgia Tech created a 3D printed tracheal splint to help her breathe.
The now 3-year-old girl struggled to breathe after being born with a double aortic arch. The congenital heart defect is found in 1 in 10,000 babies. Open-heart surgery less than two weeks after birth did not completely fix the problem. That's when Children?s Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Technology Center at Georgia Tech created a 3D printed tracheal splint to help her breathe.
Pedestrian deaths declining since COVID-19 pandemic, report finds
Pedestrian traffic deaths in the US have decreased for the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report by the Governors Highway Safety Association.
Pedestrian traffic deaths in the US have decreased for the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report by the Governors Highway Safety Association.
FDA warns top bakery to stop claiming its foods contain allergens when they don’t
Bimbo Bakeries USA includes popular brands such as Sara Lee, Entenmann’s and Oroweat.
Bimbo Bakeries USA includes popular brands such as Sara Lee, Entenmann’s and Oroweat.
Increased risk of dengue virus in US, CDC warns – here’s what to know
The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.
The CDC is warning Americans about an increased dengue virus risk, as cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease hit record numbers worldwide.
Don't drink and fly
Scientists and doctors say that drinking before you fly can be a bad idea, especially for people with risk factors for certain conditions or heart or lung disease.
Scientists and doctors say that drinking before you fly can be a bad idea, especially for people with risk factors for certain conditions or heart or lung disease.
Planned Parenthood announces that it will spend $40 million ahead of November's election
Planned Parenthood is injecting $40 million into the November elections to support President Biden and key Democrats, centering their campaign on abortion rights and targeting critical battleground states.
Planned Parenthood is injecting $40 million into the November elections to support President Biden and key Democrats, centering their campaign on abortion rights and targeting critical battleground states.
Hiram high school student dies weeks after collapsing at graduation: 'She just fought through'
The mother of a Hiram High School student who collapsed at her graduation and died just a couple of weeks later tells FOX 5 Atlanta that her daughter showed incredible strength and perseverance at that ceremony.
The mother of a Hiram High School student who collapsed at her graduation and died just a couple of weeks later tells FOX 5 Atlanta that her daughter showed incredible strength and perseverance at that ceremony.
Taking a supplement? Pharmacy professor shares tips on avoiding drug interactions
Many Americans are taking dietary supplements. But, pharmacist Vicent Ekenge, a professor at Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy, says it is important to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start taking any new supplement or over-the-counter medication.
Many Americans are taking dietary supplements. But, pharmacist Vicent Ekenge, a professor at Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy, says it is important to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start taking any new supplement or over-the-counter medication.
Atlanta son's battle against cancer inspires annual fundraiser for a cure: 'I'm a tank'
After losing their son to an aggressive form of brain cancer in 2020, a metro Atlanta family is continuing their fight to help others battling the disease.
After losing their son to an aggressive form of brain cancer in 2020, a metro Atlanta family is continuing their fight to help others battling the disease.
Rare case of sexually-transmitted 'ringworm' found in California
A rare "ringworm" form of a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) was reported in California.
A rare "ringworm" form of a sexually-transmitted infection (STI) was reported in California.
Body Roundness Index may be better health indicator than BMI, study says
The Body Roundness Index, or BRI, calculates body fat levels using height and waist circumference instead of height and weight.
The Body Roundness Index, or BRI, calculates body fat levels using height and waist circumference instead of height and weight.
Castor oil for weight loss? Experts weigh in on benefits, risks
'The first thing that comes to mind is diarrhea,' said one obesity doctor about certain uses of castor oil.
'The first thing that comes to mind is diarrhea,' said one obesity doctor about certain uses of castor oil.
Study suggests this free activity can reduce lower back pain
A new Australian study found that a simple walking and education program can significantly reduce the recurrence of lower back pain.
A new Australian study found that a simple walking and education program can significantly reduce the recurrence of lower back pain.
Youth embrace mental health awareness with Soccer in the Streets initiative
During a special “Create the Space” camp, youth coaches and players got a chance to be part of training aimed to equip young athletes and their coaches with the skills to understand, prevent, and deal with mental health issues both on and off the field.
During a special “Create the Space” camp, youth coaches and players got a chance to be part of training aimed to equip young athletes and their coaches with the skills to understand, prevent, and deal with mental health issues both on and off the field.
Fake Wegovy and Ozempic warnings: What to know
WHO and Eli Lilly has warned consumers to be cautious of counterfeit versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic being sold online.
WHO and Eli Lilly has warned consumers to be cautious of counterfeit versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic being sold online.
UGA-developed nasal COVID-19 vaccine heading to clinical trials
University of Georgia researchers have developed a new nasal COVID-19 vaccine, and it's heading for clinical trials soon.
University of Georgia researchers have developed a new nasal COVID-19 vaccine, and it's heading for clinical trials soon.