Many Asian Americans may be falling through mental health gaps
Health surveys show Asian Americans are the ethnic group least likely to seek mental health support. One counselor worries too many young Asian Americans are falling through the cracks.
Health surveys show Asian Americans are the ethnic group least likely to seek mental health support. One counselor worries too many young Asian Americans are falling through the cracks.
Asian Americans least likely to seek mental health help
Just over 20-million Americans identify as Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. That's about 6% of the U.S. population. But mental health experts say Asian Americans, are the least likely racial group to get help for mental health problems.
Just over 20-million Americans identify as Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. That's about 6% of the U.S. population. But mental health experts say Asian Americans, are the least likely racial group to get help for mental health problems.
Asian Americans and mental health
Resources available for Asian Americans in metro Atlanta area struggling with mental health
Resources available for Asian Americans in metro Atlanta area struggling with mental health
Closure of Wellstar Atlanta Medical puts pressure on area emergency departments
The abrupt closure of Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center last November forced thousands of patients to find another emergency department. Many turned to Emory University Hospital Midtown's already busy ER.
The abrupt closure of Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center last November forced thousands of patients to find another emergency department. Many turned to Emory University Hospital Midtown's already busy ER.
Patients still searching for new doctors nearly 1 year after Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center closes
The closure of Georgia's second largest hospital, Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center, left thousands of patients looking for new healthcare providers. Brenda Black, 71, used to walk to see her doctors. Now, she is learning how to use a rideshare service.
The closure of Georgia's second largest hospital, Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center, left thousands of patients looking for new healthcare providers. Brenda Black, 71, used to walk to see her doctors. Now, she is learning how to use a rideshare service.
Menopause can leave skin itchy, dry and irritated, but these dermatologist's tips may help
Hormonal changes that occur with menopause can leave women with dry, itchy skin. A dermatologist shares tips on how to relieve skin irritation.
Hormonal changes that occur with menopause can leave women with dry, itchy skin. A dermatologist shares tips on how to relieve skin irritation.
Menopause, summer heat can leave skin itchy
Menopause can usher in a lot of changes, making our skin more dry and sensitive. The FOX Medical Team took a look into why our skin changes around age 50, and what to do if you're tired of feeling itchy.
Menopause can usher in a lot of changes, making our skin more dry and sensitive. The FOX Medical Team took a look into why our skin changes around age 50, and what to do if you're tired of feeling itchy.
South Fulton patients forced to find new doctors
Nearly ten months ago, Georgia's second largest hospital, Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center, shut its doors for good. Wellstar Health System's CEO says they had no choice but to close after losing more than $100 million in the 12 months before the shutdown. The move left thousands of patients without a medical home. FOX 5's Medical Team took at look at how those patients are fending for themselves.
Nearly ten months ago, Georgia's second largest hospital, Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center, shut its doors for good. Wellstar Health System's CEO says they had no choice but to close after losing more than $100 million in the 12 months before the shutdown. The move left thousands of patients without a medical home. FOX 5's Medical Team took at look at how those patients are fending for themselves.
What to do if milk is making you miserable
If milk and milk products leave you feeling gassy and uncomfortable, you may have developed lactose intolerance. Dr. Hillary Bashaw, a pediatric gastroenterologist with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta says it is more common that you would think.
If milk and milk products leave you feeling gassy and uncomfortable, you may have developed lactose intolerance. Dr. Hillary Bashaw, a pediatric gastroenterologist with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta says it is more common that you would think.
Are you having problems with dairy?
If milk and cheese leave you feeling bloated and uncomfortable, you may have a really common digestive issue: lactose intolerance.
If milk and cheese leave you feeling bloated and uncomfortable, you may have a really common digestive issue: lactose intolerance.
COVID-19 vaccinations as cases spike again
Health officials say COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations have once again increased. But this time around, the virus is more of a lingering nuisance than a major public health threat. But what do you do if you catch COVID-19 now that public health emergency is over, and the free testing centers are gone?
Health officials say COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations have once again increased. But this time around, the virus is more of a lingering nuisance than a major public health threat. But what do you do if you catch COVID-19 now that public health emergency is over, and the free testing centers are gone?
Therapist explains why boredom is good for kids
As summer winds down, children may feel bored. One Children's Healthcare of Atlanta licensed therapist says that is a good thing.
As summer winds down, children may feel bored. One Children's Healthcare of Atlanta licensed therapist says that is a good thing.
Facing breast cancer, couple turns to fertility treatment, hoping to one day become parents
It’s taken time and hard work, but Kathryn and Josh Green’s century-old Barnesville house now feels much more like home.
It’s taken time and hard work, but Kathryn and Josh Green’s century-old Barnesville house now feels much more like home.
New OTC birth control pill could hit the market in early 2024. Here's what you need to know
A new non-prescription birth control pill could soon be available in drugstores, convenience stores and online. One Emory OB-GYN says OPill, a progestin-based pill, could transform how people access birth control in the US.
A new non-prescription birth control pill could soon be available in drugstores, convenience stores and online. One Emory OB-GYN says OPill, a progestin-based pill, could transform how people access birth control in the US.
Georgia siblings both overcome major health challenges to get back to sports they love
Siblings Joey and Jackson Martin of Mableton, Georgia, are gifted athletes who both had to overcome major health challenges to get back to the sports they love.
Siblings Joey and Jackson Martin of Mableton, Georgia, are gifted athletes who both had to overcome major health challenges to get back to the sports they love.
Heading off on your summer vacation? Follow these tips to stay healthy.
You have been waiting a long time for your summer vacation. Here are a few suggestions to help you stay healthy and enjoy your trip.
You have been waiting a long time for your summer vacation. Here are a few suggestions to help you stay healthy and enjoy your trip.
How to stay healthy on vacation
Summer is the perfect time to take a break and go on an adventure. Some tips on what to pack and how to stay healthy, to enjoy every minute of the trip.
Summer is the perfect time to take a break and go on an adventure. Some tips on what to pack and how to stay healthy, to enjoy every minute of the trip.
With a third of seniors reporting post-pandemic loneliness, one agency is helping older adults stay connected
The pandemic has left many seniors feeling more isolated and alone. Although rates of anxiety and depression are now higher in younger adults, surveys show more than a third of people between the ages of 50 and 90 say they continue to feel lonely and isolated. One Atlanta-based in-home health agency working o help its older clients stay connected and independent.
The pandemic has left many seniors feeling more isolated and alone. Although rates of anxiety and depression are now higher in younger adults, surveys show more than a third of people between the ages of 50 and 90 say they continue to feel lonely and isolated. One Atlanta-based in-home health agency working o help its older clients stay connected and independent.
In-house caregivers companions for seniors
Polls show that while seniors have lower rates of depression and anxiety than younger adults, many still feel isolated and alone. One local caregiving agency is working to change that.
Polls show that while seniors have lower rates of depression and anxiety than younger adults, many still feel isolated and alone. One local caregiving agency is working to change that.
How to spot melanoma and other skin cancers
Many of us don't spend too much time looking at our skin. But regular skin checks can help you spot the first warning signs of skin cancer.
Many of us don't spend too much time looking at our skin. But regular skin checks can help you spot the first warning signs of skin cancer.