Former Georgia lawyer admits to COVID-19 fund scam, real estate scandal

Sanjay Patel, a former attorney who operated a Georgia-based real estate law firm, has pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining nearly $300,000 in Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) during the COVID-19 pandemic and laundering more than $250,000 from unrelated investor fraud schemes through his attorney escrow account. 

4 out of 5 parents moved their kids out of booster seats too soon, study finds

A recent study reveals that 4 out of 5 parents transition their children out of booster seats too early, raising safety concerns. Find out the recommendations for child car seat safety and how to protect young passengers.

Instagram teen accounts roll out this month. Here’s what to know

Instagram will automatically put teens in private accounts that come with more restrictions. Here’s what parents should know about these new, so-called “teen accounts.”

FDA to propose new food label warnings to combat obesity

The FDA is considering food labels to help consumers identify products with unhealthy ingredients, but some experts wonder if this is enough to help in the fight of high obesity rates in the U.S.

2 new West Nile virus cases reported in Georgia, CDC says

Two additional cases of West Nile virus have been reported in Georgia, bringing the total number of cases in the state to nine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

No link between cell phones and brain cancer
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A systematic review of decades of research into potential health effects from radio waves shows that cell phones are not linked to brain cancer. The FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano explains what the new data showed.

Boar's Head recall: Plant inspections going back 2 years show 'imminent threat'

New reports reveal problems at the now-closed Boar's Head plant connected to a deadly listeria outbreak went back two years. Inspection reports show there was an "imminent threat" to the public, but operations continued.

Dunwoody High School junior exceeds $5K goal to equip every classroom with Narcan

After two medical emergencies at Dunwoody High School, junior Mady Cohen set out to raise $5,000 to get the life-saving drug Narcan in every classroom. So far, she's more than doubled that amount.

4 flight attendants fall ill on Alaska Airlines flight to Seattle

Four flight attendants on an Alaska Airlines flight headed from Hawaii to Seattle mysteriously fell ill shortly after takeoff, causing the plane to be diverted.

Georgia lacks maternity care outside Atlanta, March of Dimes study shows

A new report by the March of Dimes shows more than 40% of Georgia’s counties are maternal care deserts, which means there’s not a single birth center in that county. 

Humans age rapidly in two 'bursts' at these ages, according to study

A Stanford study reveals two rapid aging phases during our lifespan, occurring around ages 44 and 60. The research suggests lifestyle changes to manage these aging "bursts."

Drive-thru flu shot clinics planned for north Georgia residents

In just a few weeks, people in North Georgia can arm themselves against the flu without ever leaving their cars.

Nonprofit sues Atlanta over sewage dumping in Chattahoochee River

The Chattahoochee Riverkeeper says Atlanta's largest wastewater treatment facility is in a state of disrepair that has allowed hazardous bacteria and other pollutants to get into the river for months.

Selena Gomez grieved not being able to carry children due to health issues

"I haven’t ever said this," the "Emilia Perez" star told Vanity Fair. "But I unfortunately can’t carry my own children. I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the baby’s in jeopardy."

Apple juice recall expanded over arsenic concerns

A recall of apple juice in the U.S. over arsenic concerns has been expanded from 9,500 cases to 133,500 cases.

What does your sleeping position say about you?

A new study suggests that the way you fall asleep may reveal insights into your personality. Researchers have identified four primary sleeping positions, each linked to distinct personality characteristics.

Wegovy may reduce risk of COVID-19 deaths
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A new study found that popular weight loss drug Wegovy may have reduced the chance of death from COVID-19 in patients. The Fox Medical Team's Dr, Mike Cirigliano joined Alyse Eady to take a closer look at the study's findings.