CVS pharmacy upending the way it prices prescription drugs
One of the nation's largest pharmacy chains is planning to overhaul the way it reimburses its pharmacies for prescriptions as the industry works to provide greater clarity on drug pricing.
One of the nation's largest pharmacy chains is planning to overhaul the way it reimburses its pharmacies for prescriptions as the industry works to provide greater clarity on drug pricing.
How to protect your dog from 'mystery illness'
The American Veterinary Medical Association is asking vets to report any unusual cases of respiratory illnesses in dogs they are treating. This comes as experts across the country are trying to figure out what is sickening hundreds of dogs across multiple states, including here in Georgia. FOX 5 Medical Team's Beth Galvin shares tips on how you can protect your dog.
The American Veterinary Medical Association is asking vets to report any unusual cases of respiratory illnesses in dogs they are treating. This comes as experts across the country are trying to figure out what is sickening hundreds of dogs across multiple states, including here in Georgia. FOX 5 Medical Team's Beth Galvin shares tips on how you can protect your dog.
5 Georgia residents likely sickened by pre-cut cantaloupe, DPH urging caution
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging residents to exercise caution when consuming pre-cut cantaloupe as at least five people in the state have been infected with Salmonella.
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging residents to exercise caution when consuming pre-cut cantaloupe as at least five people in the state have been infected with Salmonella.
'A special day': Covington mother of 2 celebrates last dose of chemotherapy
Diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer at 30, Devin Brodie has a long road ahead of her. But, recently, the Covington, Georgia, mother of two paused to celebrate a milestone in her treatment: her 20th and final dose of chemotherapy.
Diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer at 30, Devin Brodie has a long road ahead of her. But, recently, the Covington, Georgia, mother of two paused to celebrate a milestone in her treatment: her 20th and final dose of chemotherapy.
Atlanta-based organization prescribes art for students struggling with mental health
An Atlanta-based healthcare and technology company has partnered with Stanford University to improve students' mental health using art.
An Atlanta-based healthcare and technology company has partnered with Stanford University to improve students' mental health using art.
Mother battling breast cancer pauses to celebrate
Devin Brodie of Covington has been through a difficult six months. In May, doctors diagnosed her with stage three breast cancer, after months of feeling tired and rundown. The 30-year-old mother of two recently underwent a double mastectomy, after five months of chemotherapy.
Devin Brodie of Covington has been through a difficult six months. In May, doctors diagnosed her with stage three breast cancer, after months of feeling tired and rundown. The 30-year-old mother of two recently underwent a double mastectomy, after five months of chemotherapy.
Stray cat tests positive for rabies in DeKalb County
DeKalb County health officials are warning residents to stay safe after a man was bit by a stray cat that tested positive for rabies.
DeKalb County health officials are warning residents to stay safe after a man was bit by a stray cat that tested positive for rabies.
Dr. Frita Fisher talks about staying healthy during the holidays
On Good Day Atlanta, Dr. Frita Fisher shared valuable advice on maintaining good hygiene, getting vaccinations, and adopting safer practices for holiday celebrations.
On Good Day Atlanta, Dr. Frita Fisher shared valuable advice on maintaining good hygiene, getting vaccinations, and adopting safer practices for holiday celebrations.
Christmas tree syndrome could trigger your allergies or asthma
Christmas tree syndrome can be caused by real or fake trees.
Christmas tree syndrome can be caused by real or fake trees.
Child pneumonia outbreak, dubbed 'white lung syndrome,' not a new virus, CDC says
The term "white lung syndrome" refers to some pneumonia-infected chest scans that show damaged lungs, doctors say.
The term "white lung syndrome" refers to some pneumonia-infected chest scans that show damaged lungs, doctors say.
Cancer risk could increase with consumption of certain foods and drinks, study finds
Oncologists and dieticians say "overall nutrition quality" is key to lowering your risks of colorectal cancer.
Oncologists and dieticians say "overall nutrition quality" is key to lowering your risks of colorectal cancer.
Flu cases on the rise, RSV infections may be peaking, US health officials say
U.S. health officials say flu is picking up steam while RSV lung infections may be peaking.
U.S. health officials say flu is picking up steam while RSV lung infections may be peaking.
Survey: Georgians alarmed over state's high maternal mortality rate
One out of every 10 Georgians knows of someone who has died during pregnancy, at delivery, or soon after birth, a new study by Emory University found.
One out of every 10 Georgians knows of someone who has died during pregnancy, at delivery, or soon after birth, a new study by Emory University found.
Gwinnett County schools responding after 3 students overdose at same school
All three females students overdosed on fentanyl at one Gwinnett County high school during the same school year. Officials say they're tackling the deadly issue head-on.
All three females students overdosed on fentanyl at one Gwinnett County high school during the same school year. Officials say they're tackling the deadly issue head-on.
8 Georgia kids found with elevated lead levels; may be tied to applesauce recall
Nicole Johnson, a mother, worries about even the remote possibility of lead seeping into her son Croy’s food.
Nicole Johnson, a mother, worries about even the remote possibility of lead seeping into her son Croy’s food.
TikTok, Meta, X CEOs to testify before US Senate on child safety in January
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing scheduled for Jan. 31 where five major social media platform CEOs will testify on online child exploitation.
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing scheduled for Jan. 31 where five major social media platform CEOs will testify on online child exploitation.
Colorado poised to ban 'fatphobia' in workplace, housing
The law aims to prevent landlords from discriminating against renters due to weight limits and to implement workplace accommodations for overweight Americans.
The law aims to prevent landlords from discriminating against renters due to weight limits and to implement workplace accommodations for overweight Americans.
Navigating life after loss: Expert shares tips to coping with death of spouse
Losing a long-time spouse can be traumatic. Life without your loved one can be daunting, and moving forward can seem impossible. FOX 5 spoke to someone who's felt the pain firsthand as well as an expert who insist there's healing on the other side.
Losing a long-time spouse can be traumatic. Life without your loved one can be daunting, and moving forward can seem impossible. FOX 5 spoke to someone who's felt the pain firsthand as well as an expert who insist there's healing on the other side.
Shannen Doherty's cancer has spread: 'I'm not afraid of dying, I just don't want to die'
The 'Charmed' actress says her breast cancer has spread to her bones.
The 'Charmed' actress says her breast cancer has spread to her bones.
Suicide deaths reached a record high in 2022: Here's why rates are higher in men
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.
Women are twice as likely as men to experience major depression, but only a fourth as likely as men to die by suicide.