Kemp signs law regulating production, sale of kratom supplement

Georgia's new law will raise the age to purchase kratom and prohibits using the herbal supplement in any kind of vaping device.

Egg donations: Expert discusses fertility option
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Egg donors can offer an opportunity for those who really want a child. A local Atlanta doctor discusses options and what to expect.

Maternal mortality rate in U.S. declines, but racial disparities remain: CDC data

Following an increase in women dying during pregnancy or after childbirth earlier in the pandemic, mortality rates dropped significantly in 2022, according to a new CDC report.

Buford man first in Georgia to undergo new liver cancer procedure

Jeff Reid of Buford, Georgia, became the first liver cancer patient in Georgia to undergo a new ultrasound-based procedure that uses sound waves to target and destroy tumor cells.

Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says

An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.

Nursing homes must soon meet minimum staffing requirements
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The Biden administration finalized new minimum staffing requirements for long term care facilities. FOX's Medical Team explores the divided response to these new rules.

Cancer trends: Common types & risk factors revealed

Almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime — but certain types are more common than others, statistics show.

USDA testing ground beef in states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cows

The USDA is testing ground beef sold at retailers located in U.S. states with bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle. But the agency said it’s “confident that the meat supply is safe.”

Kaiser Permanente says data breach may affect 13.4M customers

Kaiser Permanente said it is notifying members after a recent data breach potentially affected millions of accounts.

Oconee second-grader now thriving after difficult early start in life

Lindy McFarlin had several dreams during her pregnancy that she would give birth to a special needs child. When her daughter Locklyn, now 9, arrived, she was diagnosed with down syndrome. Them came another diagnosis, and another.

81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis

Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.

Thriving despite early health complications
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Locklyn McFarlin is a healthy, happy 9-year-old girl. But when she was born, doctors diagnosed her with a myriad of conditions.

Here's when people think 'old age' begins, according to study

People think “old age" starts later than it used to, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.

Illinois community celebrates as 2nd-grader returns home cancer-free

In a heartwarming display of community support, residents of Chatham, Illinois, gathered to celebrate the return of second-grader Judah Collins, who has triumphed over cancer.

Menthol cigarette ban postponed by Biden officials

President Joe Biden’s administration is again delaying a sweeping plan to ban menthol cigarettes.