What is histoplasmosis? Outbreak leaves 1 dead, dozens ill in Tennessee

Tennessee health officials are investigating a fungal infection outbreak that has killed at least one person and sickened dozens more.

Study: Smoking costs Georgians millions over a lifetime

A new study by WalletHub shows smoking carries a steep financial toll for Georgians, even though the state ranks among the lower-cost states overall.

Georgia-based Suzanna’s Kitchen issues major poultry recall across 7 states

Suzanna’s Kitchen in Norcross, Georgia, is recalling 13,720 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken due to Listeria concerns. See the recalled lot codes.

Endurance exercise may raise heart rhythm risk for men over 50

New research from the University of Leeds suggests that some male endurance athletes over 50 may face an increased risk of dangerous heart rhythm disturbances during or after exercise.

FDA approves drug to treat dogs with lymphoma cancer

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval of Laverdia, a drug to treat dogs with lymphoma, a type of cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system.

Colleen Hoover reveals cancer diagnosis

Colleen Hoover, the famed author behind "It Ends With Us" and "Verity," revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer and has been receiving radiation treatment.

Atlanta pharmacies, hospitals under strain as 'super flu' spreads

Georgia flu activity reaches "very high" levels as a new H3N2 variant, subclade K, drives up hospitalizations and demand for Tamiflu in metro Atlanta.

Georgia confirms first measles case of 2026 in traveling infant

Georgia health officials confirmed the state's first measles case of 2026 in an infant who had recently traveled abroad and was too young for the standard vaccine.

CDC reports first cruise norovirus outbreak this year, as nearly 90 people are infected

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a norovirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship — the first one of the year that's been reported.

BBB LipoMax warning: AI videos helping promote weight loss products

The BBB is issuing a warning that troubling deep-fake videos are circulating social media to help promote weight loss products. One includes Oprah promoting the “pink salt trick.”