COVID-19 vaccine studies push for minority volunteers, but it's 'a hard sell'
As COVID-19 vaccine trials move forward at record speed, organizers are recruiting minority volunteers. It's a tough sell. But, Dr. Lisa Wynn and her husband Charles, both African American, decided to join Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine study, the COVE study, together.
As COVID-19 vaccine trials move forward at record speed, organizers are recruiting minority volunteers. It's a tough sell. But, Dr. Lisa Wynn and her husband Charles, both African American, decided to join Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine study, the COVE study, together.
Woman recovers after 31 days on ventilator with COVID-19
Heather-Elizabeth Brown, an Emory University graduate and ordained minister now living in Detroit, was working as a police chaplain in early April of 2020 when she started not feeling well.
Heather-Elizabeth Brown, an Emory University graduate and ordained minister now living in Detroit, was working as a police chaplain in early April of 2020 when she started not feeling well.
Treating COVID-19 may fuel another dangerous problem: antibiotic resistance
Critical care providers face the same high stakes question nearly every day in the pandemic. Could a COVID-19 patient's pneumonia-like symptoms be triggered by the coronavirus or by a potentially deadly bacterial infection?
Critical care providers face the same high stakes question nearly every day in the pandemic. Could a COVID-19 patient's pneumonia-like symptoms be triggered by the coronavirus or by a potentially deadly bacterial infection?
Here's how to gauge how your Georgia county is trending in the pandemic
Georgia's coronavirus case count seems to be trending downward, which health officials say, is good news for the state. Still, microbiologist Dr. Amber Schmidtke says, it is important to track how your county is doing. She recommends looking at two numbers to gauge viral transmission in your area.
Georgia's coronavirus case count seems to be trending downward, which health officials say, is good news for the state. Still, microbiologist Dr. Amber Schmidtke says, it is important to track how your county is doing. She recommends looking at two numbers to gauge viral transmission in your area.
CDC study finds most Americans getting better at washing their hands
Americans seem to be getting better at one of the oldest tricks in the book when it comes to fighting germs: hand washing.
Americans seem to be getting better at one of the oldest tricks in the book when it comes to fighting germs: hand washing.
Trump's doctor says he has no COVID symptoms, but expert cautions next 5 days could be critical
President Trump says he's feeling great and is eager to get back on the campaign trail. One Atlanta physician, who treats COVID patients, says the president's doctors will need to keep a close eye on him for the next 5 days.
President Trump says he's feeling great and is eager to get back on the campaign trail. One Atlanta physician, who treats COVID patients, says the president's doctors will need to keep a close eye on him for the next 5 days.
Experts warn next few days will be critical as Trump leaves hospital
President Trump's medical team says he is stable and ready to continue his treatment for COVID-19 back home at the White House. One infectious disease physician warns the next few days will be critical to his recovery.
President Trump's medical team says he is stable and ready to continue his treatment for COVID-19 back home at the White House. One infectious disease physician warns the next few days will be critical to his recovery.
Experts say the next few weeks will be critical for President Trump
Hours after disclosing he has tested positive for COVID-19, President Trump is experiencing mild cold-like symptoms. Experts warn the next two weeks will be critical for Mr. Trump.
Hours after disclosing he has tested positive for COVID-19, President Trump is experiencing mild cold-like symptoms. Experts warn the next two weeks will be critical for Mr. Trump.
New coronavirus tests may offer faster, easier diagnosis
Buckhead chiropractor Jessica Propes comes into contact with 20 to 30 people a day, which can be risky in the middle of a pandemic.
Buckhead chiropractor Jessica Propes comes into contact with 20 to 30 people a day, which can be risky in the middle of a pandemic.
Study finds asthma may not raise risk of severe COVID-19
Airway diseases like COVID-19 may not be as high-risk for people with asthma as first thought.
Airway diseases like COVID-19 may not be as high-risk for people with asthma as first thought.
Study shows obese people at 48% higher risk of dying from COVID-19
Obesity researchers set out to measure how being obese can impact what happens if we contract COVID-19. What they found, they say, shocked them.
Obesity researchers set out to measure how being obese can impact what happens if we contract COVID-19. What they found, they say, shocked them.
Women may be more likely to contract COVID-19, but men are more likely to die from it
Sam Harmon's wife teases him. She says he must have "cat blood," because he has survived a lot: a mini-stroke, open-heart surgery, joint replacement.
Sam Harmon's wife teases him. She says he must have "cat blood," because he has survived a lot: a mini-stroke, open-heart surgery, joint replacement.
Dr. Fauci says he will back FDA's decision on coronavirus vaccine
Dr. Anthony Fauci, one of President Trump's top coronavirus advisors, told an Emory University roundtable Thursday there are checks and balances in place to make sure the coronavirus vaccine is being thoroughly vetted before it is approved.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, one of President Trump's top coronavirus advisors, told an Emory University roundtable Thursday there are checks and balances in place to make sure the coronavirus vaccine is being thoroughly vetted before it is approved.
Former CDC head says Atlanta-based agency is being stymied and silenced
As the US pandemic death toll climbs above 200,000, Dr. Tom Frieden, who was CDC Director for 7 years under President Obama, says he's become increasingly concerned the Atlanta-based health agency and its scientists are being sidelined.
As the US pandemic death toll climbs above 200,000, Dr. Tom Frieden, who was CDC Director for 7 years under President Obama, says he's become increasingly concerned the Atlanta-based health agency and its scientists are being sidelined.
Researchers study whether common genetic trait may raise risk of coronavirus complications in Black Americans
Millions of Americans, especially people of color, carry a genetic trait that could potentially raise their risk of COVID-19 complications. Researchers at Morehouse School of Medicine are studying whether sickle cell trait may play a role in why Black and African Americans are being hit harder by the virus.
Millions of Americans, especially people of color, carry a genetic trait that could potentially raise their risk of COVID-19 complications. Researchers at Morehouse School of Medicine are studying whether sickle cell trait may play a role in why Black and African Americans are being hit harder by the virus.
Georgia woman has a brush with a heart attack at 47: 'I'm blessed to be a survivor'
Katherine Callahan was 47, a runner, and feeling "really healthy," back in July of 2019. Then, during an Independence Day 5K, the Woodstock human resources manager began to experience some strange symptoms. But, a heart attack? That never crossed her mind.
Katherine Callahan was 47, a runner, and feeling "really healthy," back in July of 2019. Then, during an Independence Day 5K, the Woodstock human resources manager began to experience some strange symptoms. But, a heart attack? That never crossed her mind.
Masks could be needed for months, Georgia expert says
As scientists race to develop and test COVID-19 vaccines, public health microbiologist Amber Schmidtke says wearing masks could be a must well into 2021.
As scientists race to develop and test COVID-19 vaccines, public health microbiologist Amber Schmidtke says wearing masks could be a must well into 2021.
Atlanta woman loses 65 pounds during pandemic, thanks to online wellness program
The pandemic has made getting and staying in shape more difficult for many of us. But Sha Gadson of Atlanta has found a way to thrive, thanks to a virtual wellness program.
The pandemic has made getting and staying in shape more difficult for many of us. But Sha Gadson of Atlanta has found a way to thrive, thanks to a virtual wellness program.
CDC study finds coronavirus hitting Hispanic, Black children harder
A new CDC study finds the novel coronavirus is hitting Hispanic and Black children especially hard.
A new CDC study finds the novel coronavirus is hitting Hispanic and Black children especially hard.
Virginia Tech researchers create paint-on coating that can inactivate coronavirus
This pandemic has made many of us nervous about touching shares surfaces like door handles, countertops, and elevator buttons.
This pandemic has made many of us nervous about touching shares surfaces like door handles, countertops, and elevator buttons.