Georgia miracle micro preemie comes home for 1st birthday
When Roxie Phasavath and Alex Phouthavong bring their son Sora back to visit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston it's bittersweet.
When Roxie Phasavath and Alex Phouthavong bring their son Sora back to visit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston it's bittersweet.
'Shocking' technique could bring fresher, healthier juice
A team of UGA scientists are working with 20,000 volts of electricity to try and create a safer - and tastier - orange juice.
A team of UGA scientists are working with 20,000 volts of electricity to try and create a safer - and tastier - orange juice.
Expert shares tips on choosing Medicare health, drug coverage for 2023
If you are 65 or older (or about to turn 65), you have until December 7, 2022 to sign up for, change or drop your Medicare coverage.
If you are 65 or older (or about to turn 65), you have until December 7, 2022 to sign up for, change or drop your Medicare coverage.
Swollen lymph nodes, a common, harmless COVID-19 vaccine side effect can lead to mammogram confusion
The COVID-19 vaccines can cause swollen lymph nodes, making mammograms harder to read. But, radiologists are urging women not to delay getting their yearly breast cancer screenings.fox
The COVID-19 vaccines can cause swollen lymph nodes, making mammograms harder to read. But, radiologists are urging women not to delay getting their yearly breast cancer screenings.fox
New implantable device helps ease heart failure symptoms
Margaret Chappell, 71, was facing advanced heart failure and running out of treatment options. A new implantable device has been a lifeline for the retired OR nurse.
Margaret Chappell, 71, was facing advanced heart failure and running out of treatment options. A new implantable device has been a lifeline for the retired OR nurse.
Early flu surge hitting Georgia, Southeast hard
An early flu surge is hitting Georgia and the Southeastern US hard. In Pediatrician Jennifer Shu of Children's Medical Group in Decatur, Georgia, shares so tips for parents on how to help a child with flu-like symptoms.
An early flu surge is hitting Georgia and the Southeastern US hard. In Pediatrician Jennifer Shu of Children's Medical Group in Decatur, Georgia, shares so tips for parents on how to help a child with flu-like symptoms.
Expert shares tips for choosing a health insurance plan for 2023
If you are insurance through your employer, it is time to choose your health insurance coverage for 2023. Here are some tips to help you compare your options.
If you are insurance through your employer, it is time to choose your health insurance coverage for 2023. Here are some tips to help you compare your options.
Breast cancer survivors offer hope, financial support to patients on metro Atlanta's south side
The women who created Harbor of Hope Breast Cancer Support program never intended to start a not-for-profit. But, they say, they looked around and saw a need for a program to serve breast cancer patients on Metro-Atlanta's south side.
The women who created Harbor of Hope Breast Cancer Support program never intended to start a not-for-profit. But, they say, they looked around and saw a need for a program to serve breast cancer patients on Metro-Atlanta's south side.
Widespread Adderall shortage leaves ADHD patients working the phones, calling pharmacies in search of drug
Many Americans living with ADHD and narcolepsy are concerned about a widespread shortage of Adderall, a common drug used to treat both disorders.
Many Americans living with ADHD and narcolepsy are concerned about a widespread shortage of Adderall, a common drug used to treat both disorders.
Diagnosed with breast cancer at 34, Georgia woman is now a two-time survivor and advocate
Sonia Ray of Clayton County, Georgia, was just 34 when she felt a painful lump in her breast. She says a doctor told her she was too young, and too low risk, for a mammogram. Ray pushed back. Today, she is a two-time cancer survivor.
Sonia Ray of Clayton County, Georgia, was just 34 when she felt a painful lump in her breast. She says a doctor told her she was too young, and too low risk, for a mammogram. Ray pushed back. Today, she is a two-time cancer survivor.
As flu cases surge, expect longer ER, urgent care wait times for children
Georgia is getting hit hard by an early flu surge, leaving pediatric emergency rooms and urgent care centers swamped. Children's Healthcare of Atlanta says the wait times in its 3 emergency departments and 7 urgent cares are averaging over 3 hours.
Georgia is getting hit hard by an early flu surge, leaving pediatric emergency rooms and urgent care centers swamped. Children's Healthcare of Atlanta says the wait times in its 3 emergency departments and 7 urgent cares are averaging over 3 hours.
As Health Insurance Marketplace turns 10, experts share tips on saving on 2023 plan
More than 700,000 Georgians purchase health insurance through the ACA Marketplace in 2022. Now, it is time to sign up for coverage beginning January 1, 2023.
More than 700,000 Georgians purchase health insurance through the ACA Marketplace in 2022. Now, it is time to sign up for coverage beginning January 1, 2023.
Georgia couple feels hopeful about experimental Alzheimer's treatment
Steven and Bonnie Salomon of Decatur have been married 54 years.
Steven and Bonnie Salomon of Decatur have been married 54 years.
New vitiligo treatment may restore lost pigment for some patients
At 57, Perry Whaley has been living with vitiligo, an autoimmune disorder that has caused him to lose pigment in his skin, for more than half his life.
At 57, Perry Whaley has been living with vitiligo, an autoimmune disorder that has caused him to lose pigment in his skin, for more than half his life.
Former McDonald's now home to healthy eating program
Marcia Cole figured she would never get her weight back below 200 pounds. The, the Atlanta grandmother found a breakthrough. She's lost 62 pounds thanks to a healthy eating program set up in a former McDonald's restaurant near Atlanta's Grady Memorial Hospital.
Marcia Cole figured she would never get her weight back below 200 pounds. The, the Atlanta grandmother found a breakthrough. She's lost 62 pounds thanks to a healthy eating program set up in a former McDonald's restaurant near Atlanta's Grady Memorial Hospital.
Study finds persistent hot flashes may raise a woman's heart risk
Most perimenopausal and menopausal women have experienced hot flashes. New research shows persistent night sweats may raise a woman's risk of having a heart attack or stroke down the road. But researcher are telling women not to panic; there is a lot they can do to lower their risk.f
Most perimenopausal and menopausal women have experienced hot flashes. New research shows persistent night sweats may raise a woman's risk of having a heart attack or stroke down the road. But researcher are telling women not to panic; there is a lot they can do to lower their risk.f
Amid nationwide EMT shortage, Grady EMS Academy offers scholarships to military veterans
Facing a nationwide EMT and paramedic shortage, the Grady EMS Academy is offering military veterans a full scholarship. Many of them are looking for a second career and an opportunity to find the sense of belonging and mission they felt in the military.
Facing a nationwide EMT and paramedic shortage, the Grady EMS Academy is offering military veterans a full scholarship. Many of them are looking for a second career and an opportunity to find the sense of belonging and mission they felt in the military.
Dentist shares best, worst Halloween candy for your teeth
Atlanta dentist Alex Rodriguez, who is also a father of two, says there is no such thing as "bad" candy for your teeth, but you may want to limit certain kinds of candy that can be trickier on your teeth.
Atlanta dentist Alex Rodriguez, who is also a father of two, says there is no such thing as "bad" candy for your teeth, but you may want to limit certain kinds of candy that can be trickier on your teeth.
Georgia grad student defies medical expectations, 25 years after devastating diagnosis
Linseigh Green was just 2-weeks-old when she was diagnosed with a life-threatening intestinal disease, known as necrotizing enterocolitis, or NEC. Today, the Johns Creek woman is 25 and working on her second master's degree in England.
Linseigh Green was just 2-weeks-old when she was diagnosed with a life-threatening intestinal disease, known as necrotizing enterocolitis, or NEC. Today, the Johns Creek woman is 25 and working on her second master's degree in England.
With flu hitting Georgia early and hard, doctor recommends getting vaccinated soon
Georgia is being hit by an early surge in flu infections. The top doctor at the Georgia Department of Public Health says, if you have not had a flu shot, now is the time to get protected.
Georgia is being hit by an early surge in flu infections. The top doctor at the Georgia Department of Public Health says, if you have not had a flu shot, now is the time to get protected.