CDC says 109 US children have been sickened with severe hepatitis, 5 have died
CDC officials are investigating 109 cases of severe hepatitis, or liver inflammation in children in 25 states and territories. Five children have died.
CDC officials are investigating 109 cases of severe hepatitis, or liver inflammation in children in 25 states and territories. Five children have died.
Death of Naomi Judd highlights risk of depression, suicide in older Americans
The death of the country music star Saturday at 76 has left many families wondering how to talk about depression and help seniors who may be struggling.
The death of the country music star Saturday at 76 has left many families wondering how to talk about depression and help seniors who may be struggling.
Is that cough or sneeze allergies, COVID-19 or the flu? An ER doctor shares tips
You're coughing and sneezing. Do you have spring allergies, or could you have a COVID-19 infection? The American College of Emergency Physicians says several simple questions can help you solve the mystery behind your sniffles.
You're coughing and sneezing. Do you have spring allergies, or could you have a COVID-19 infection? The American College of Emergency Physicians says several simple questions can help you solve the mystery behind your sniffles.
Legally blind mom of 5 says she's 'just like any other parent out there; I just so happen to be blind'
Jackie Anderson of Woodstock, Georgia, says she is just like any other parent out there. But, the legally blind mother of 5 admits parenting sometimes came with real challenges.
Jackie Anderson of Woodstock, Georgia, says she is just like any other parent out there. But, the legally blind mother of 5 admits parenting sometimes came with real challenges.
82-year-old Georgia woman takes kidney dialysis with her on cruises
Sandra Cannon thought her traveling days were over when she was diagnosed with end stage kidney disease. Then, the Kennesaw 82-year-old learned about home dialysis.
Sandra Cannon thought her traveling days were over when she was diagnosed with end stage kidney disease. Then, the Kennesaw 82-year-old learned about home dialysis.
White House pushes COVID-19 antiviral, amid reports of rare 'rebound' symptoms
The White House is pushing paxlovid, a highly effective antiviral to treat higher-risk COVID-19 patients.
The White House is pushing paxlovid, a highly effective antiviral to treat higher-risk COVID-19 patients.
Routine eye exam leads to discovery of a lime-sized tumor
Andrea Clarke went to the optometrist expecting to get a new prescription for contact lenses. The Douglasville woman was stunned to find out what was causing her blurred vision.
Andrea Clarke went to the optometrist expecting to get a new prescription for contact lenses. The Douglasville woman was stunned to find out what was causing her blurred vision.
25-year-old stroke survivor works to regain the language he lost
Bridger White had a stroke in March at 25 years old. Since then, he has been working to regain his ability to speak, read and write.
Bridger White had a stroke in March at 25 years old. Since then, he has been working to regain his ability to speak, read and write.
Georgia single mom loses 150 pounds in fitness journey she calls 'a love letter to myself'
A trip to Disney World inspired Shemeeka Johnson to get healthier. Nearly 3 years later, the Georgia single mom has lost 150 pounds and transformed her life.
A trip to Disney World inspired Shemeeka Johnson to get healthier. Nearly 3 years later, the Georgia single mom has lost 150 pounds and transformed her life.
Retired doctor gets help for a painful problem: he couldn't stop falling
After repeated falls, a retired Atlanta neurologist got help from a type of therapy he had never heard about. Now, Bob Spector is a believer.
After repeated falls, a retired Atlanta neurologist got help from a type of therapy he had never heard about. Now, Bob Spector is a believer.
British researchers identify 75 genes that may raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease
A vascular neurologist says the discovery of 75 genes linked to Alzheimer's disease, including 42 never before identified, could lead to the development of better treatments. While the discovery is not the end-all or be-all, Dr. Rishi Gupta of Wellstar Health System in Georgia says it is a "step in the right direction."
A vascular neurologist says the discovery of 75 genes linked to Alzheimer's disease, including 42 never before identified, could lead to the development of better treatments. While the discovery is not the end-all or be-all, Dr. Rishi Gupta of Wellstar Health System in Georgia says it is a "step in the right direction."
'We were blown away': FOX 5 reporter Aungelique Proctor shares promising news in cancer update
Six months after FOX 5 reporter Aungelique Proctor was diagnosed with a rare stomach cancer, she is fighting cancer with everything she has. And, she says, it is working.
Six months after FOX 5 reporter Aungelique Proctor was diagnosed with a rare stomach cancer, she is fighting cancer with everything she has. And, she says, it is working.
After years of losing sleep, woman finds relief for chronic heartburn
A few years ago, Susan Boswell, of LaGrange, Georgia, says she was sleep-starved and feeling terrible.
A few years ago, Susan Boswell, of LaGrange, Georgia, says she was sleep-starved and feeling terrible.
If you have COVID-related brain fog, these tips from a doctor may help
Brain fog is one of the most common and frustrating symptoms of Long COVID. An infectious disease specialist who heads up at Atlanta Long COVID clinic shares some tips that might help ease memory loss and other cognitive difficulties.
Brain fog is one of the most common and frustrating symptoms of Long COVID. An infectious disease specialist who heads up at Atlanta Long COVID clinic shares some tips that might help ease memory loss and other cognitive difficulties.
Got heartburn? Doctor breaks down medications that might help
If you are feeling the familiar burn of acid reflux after you eat, a heartburn medication may help. Gastroenterologist Dr. Cameron Body of Wellstar Health System discusses a couple of drug options.
If you are feeling the familiar burn of acid reflux after you eat, a heartburn medication may help. Gastroenterologist Dr. Cameron Body of Wellstar Health System discusses a couple of drug options.
Georgia girl's adoption leads family on journey of faith
Tanvi was born without a sacrum, the triangular bone that stabilizes the lower spine, and she was missing three lower vertebrae. She was diagnosed with caudal regression syndrome, a rare, complex birth defect in which the lower half of the body does not form correctly in the womb.
Tanvi was born without a sacrum, the triangular bone that stabilizes the lower spine, and she was missing three lower vertebrae. She was diagnosed with caudal regression syndrome, a rare, complex birth defect in which the lower half of the body does not form correctly in the womb.
Pediatricians tackle a growing health challenge for children: hunger
Georgia pediatricians see thousands of kids coming in for well child checkups each day. Increasingly, they are screening their patient families for food insecurity.
Georgia pediatricians see thousands of kids coming in for well child checkups each day. Increasingly, they are screening their patient families for food insecurity.
Life-threatening pregnancy complications began days after giving birth for Georgia mom
During her last pregnancy 6 years ago, La'Keshia Stewart Baker said she had symptoms of high blood pressure, like headaches, swelling, feeling dizzy. Doctors said she nearly died after recently giving birth.
During her last pregnancy 6 years ago, La'Keshia Stewart Baker said she had symptoms of high blood pressure, like headaches, swelling, feeling dizzy. Doctors said she nearly died after recently giving birth.
Unique art piece reminds cancer survivor of how far he has come
Scott Hullihen was colorectal cancer at 35. Today, a piece of art on the wall of his Dallas, Georgia, home reminds him of how far he has come.
Scott Hullihen was colorectal cancer at 35. Today, a piece of art on the wall of his Dallas, Georgia, home reminds him of how far he has come.
New study counters idea Black women are at lower risk of body dissatisfaction, eating disorders
Published in the Journal of Black Psychology, the study looked at data on 191 Black female college students.
Published in the Journal of Black Psychology, the study looked at data on 191 Black female college students.