New Year's resolutions: Brain scientist has some advice if you're already struggling
New Year's resolutions are tricky. So we asked a brain scientist to help us get our goals back on track.
New Year's resolutions are tricky. So we asked a brain scientist to help us get our goals back on track.
Ozempic side effects: FDA says drug has no link to suicide
The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
The FDA’s preliminary report of side effects from popular drugs used to treat diabetes and obesity showed no link with suicidal thoughts or actions.
Michael Strahan's daughter, Isabella, reveals brain cancer diagnosis in GMA interview
Michael Strahan said despite everything his family has been through over the past few months, he calls himself the “luckiest man in the world."
Michael Strahan said despite everything his family has been through over the past few months, he calls himself the “luckiest man in the world."
Nearly 10,000 COVID-19 deaths reported in December: JN.1 variant, holidays to blame
The JN.1 variant is now the most dominant COVID-19 variant in the world.
The JN.1 variant is now the most dominant COVID-19 variant in the world.
Google searches for 'sleep' reached all-time high in 2023, new study notes
More than one-third of U.S. adults said they slept worse in 2023 than in previous years, according to the Sleep Foundation. And one generation in particular was at the top of the list for sleep challenges.
More than one-third of U.S. adults said they slept worse in 2023 than in previous years, according to the Sleep Foundation. And one generation in particular was at the top of the list for sleep challenges.
Dementia among younger people is linked to 15 factors, major study reveals
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
Early-onset dementia has been on the rise in recent years, and a new study suggests there are a wide range of risk factors — some genetic, and some controlled through lifestyle changes.
High blood pressure for millions of Americans could be helped by new one-time procedure
Paul Griffin, 69, underwent a new one-time procedure to lower his blood pressure.
Paul Griffin, 69, underwent a new one-time procedure to lower his blood pressure.
New way to control high blood pressure
High blood pressure can be controlled using a new method at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. It may be able to replace medications.
High blood pressure can be controlled using a new method at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. It may be able to replace medications.
Meta to shield teens on Instagram, Facebook from self-harm, eating disorders content
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders.
Grady Memorial Hospital opening 5 health centers in areas of need
Grady Memorial Hospital says it's opening 5 new neighborhood health centers in areas of need in metro Atlanta.
Grady Memorial Hospital says it's opening 5 new neighborhood health centers in areas of need in metro Atlanta.
Weight loss injectables: What are they?
Zepbound, a weight loss injectable, was recently approved by the FDA. It joins a handful of medications Americans are using to try to lose weight and get better control of their health. What are weight loss injectables and do they work?
Zepbound, a weight loss injectable, was recently approved by the FDA. It joins a handful of medications Americans are using to try to lose weight and get better control of their health. What are weight loss injectables and do they work?
Obesity doctor answers common questions about weight loss injectables
Dr. Alicia Shelly, a Wellstar Center for Best Health obesity physician and internist, says the medications, delivered by tiny needles you inject just under the skin, have been a breakthrough for her patients with weight-related health problems.
Dr. Alicia Shelly, a Wellstar Center for Best Health obesity physician and internist, says the medications, delivered by tiny needles you inject just under the skin, have been a breakthrough for her patients with weight-related health problems.
Obesity doctor answers common questions about weight loss injectables
Dr. Alicia Shelly, an obesity physician at the Wellstar Center for Better Health, says she gets asked all the time about popular weight loss injectable medications like Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound.
Dr. Alicia Shelly, an obesity physician at the Wellstar Center for Better Health, says she gets asked all the time about popular weight loss injectable medications like Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound.
Georgia teen who survived brain cancer can't find needed growth hormone amid shortage
Noah Kanakanui, 14, a brain cancer survivor, needs daily human growth hormone shots to help him catch up with his high school peers. But, the Lawrenceville, Georgia, teen's family cannot find the medication he needs, and they are not alone.
Noah Kanakanui, 14, a brain cancer survivor, needs daily human growth hormone shots to help him catch up with his high school peers. But, the Lawrenceville, Georgia, teen's family cannot find the medication he needs, and they are not alone.
Brain cancer survivor struggles to find hormones
Families across Georgia are having a hard time finding growth hormone shots because there's a worldwide shortage. The companies involved say increased demand and manufacturing problems are to blame.
Families across Georgia are having a hard time finding growth hormone shots because there's a worldwide shortage. The companies involved say increased demand and manufacturing problems are to blame.
Blood donations reach 20-year low causing national shortage, Red Cross says
The American Red Cross says it is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the number of people donating hits a 20-year low.
The American Red Cross says it is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the number of people donating hits a 20-year low.
Apple Watch feature saves woman from near-fatal carbon monoxide poisoning: I was 'extremely scared'
The Apple Watch feature instantly connects users to 911 after holding down the side button for five seconds.
The Apple Watch feature instantly connects users to 911 after holding down the side button for five seconds.
What's in your poop? CDC program checks stool for COVID virus amid sickness surge
CDC officials are warning of a surge in COVID-19 cases among other flu-like illnesses nationwide. This comes as people are returning from holiday travel plans. Experts say they’ve also seen a sharp decline in vaccinations.
CDC officials are warning of a surge in COVID-19 cases among other flu-like illnesses nationwide. This comes as people are returning from holiday travel plans. Experts say they’ve also seen a sharp decline in vaccinations.
Flu cases, hospitalizations continue to rise in Georgia
Health leaders in the state are warning about a surge in cases and hospitalizations from the flu.
Health leaders in the state are warning about a surge in cases and hospitalizations from the flu.
Atlanta-based UPS to end remote workweeks at global offices
United Parcel Service says its workers will soon be returning to the office.
United Parcel Service says its workers will soon be returning to the office.