Coronavirus: How to steer clear of germy surfaces
The COVID-19 outbreak has made many of us more aware of germs. But, did you know your smartphone might be a haven for the virus?
The COVID-19 outbreak has made many of us more aware of germs. But, did you know your smartphone might be a haven for the virus?
Liver transplant recipient watching coronavirus outbreak carefully
Di'Jon Thomas received a life-saving gift from her little brother Dontae: a piece of his liver. Now, the transplant recipient is trying to do everything she can to protect herself from COVID-19, which can be dangerous for people with compromised immune systems.
Di'Jon Thomas received a life-saving gift from her little brother Dontae: a piece of his liver. Now, the transplant recipient is trying to do everything she can to protect herself from COVID-19, which can be dangerous for people with compromised immune systems.
Atlanta mom returns to college to help young son diagnosed with autism
Kanesha Burch was willing to do anything to help her son, Antonio, who diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. including going back to college to get a degree she knew would help Antonio.
Kanesha Burch was willing to do anything to help her son, Antonio, who diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. including going back to college to get a degree she knew would help Antonio.
Anxious about the new coronavirus? Therapist offers tips to help
Anxious about the coronavirus? You're not alone. Therapist Sulonda Smith offers some tips to soothe your fears and explain the outbreak to children.
Anxious about the coronavirus? You're not alone. Therapist Sulonda Smith offers some tips to soothe your fears and explain the outbreak to children.
How to protect yourself from coronavirus
As countries struggle to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging Americans to start preparing for what is looking more and more like a pandemic. Here are 5 ways to get yourself and your family ready.
As countries struggle to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging Americans to start preparing for what is looking more and more like a pandemic. Here are 5 ways to get yourself and your family ready.
Doctor shares do's and don'ts of fasting
Fasting has become a popular technique for weight loss. But, physician Taz Bhatia says to keep your fasts short and make sure you are staying hydrated.
Fasting has become a popular technique for weight loss. But, physician Taz Bhatia says to keep your fasts short and make sure you are staying hydrated.
Georgia man hopes to 'give back' after surviving throat cancer
Decades after he lost a leg after a car accident, the Peachtree City man was diagnosed with throat cancer. Now, he wants to use his cancer ordeal to help other patients.
Decades after he lost a leg after a car accident, the Peachtree City man was diagnosed with throat cancer. Now, he wants to use his cancer ordeal to help other patients.
MS diagnosis at 20 complicates college for one Georgia student
Brenda Duran began falling in her late teens. She was 20, when she took a major tumble at Georgia Gwinnett College. That's when Duran learned why she was feeling so dizzy and off-balance: she has MS.
Brenda Duran began falling in her late teens. She was 20, when she took a major tumble at Georgia Gwinnett College. That's when Duran learned why she was feeling so dizzy and off-balance: she has MS.
Weight loss saves Georgia woman's life
Gwen Garner-Rouse still can't believe how the decision she agonized over -- whether to undergo bariatric surgery -- would ultimately save her life, but not in the way you would think. She'd been battling her weight for 25 years.
Gwen Garner-Rouse still can't believe how the decision she agonized over -- whether to undergo bariatric surgery -- would ultimately save her life, but not in the way you would think. She'd been battling her weight for 25 years.
FDA approves peanut allergy drug for children
The FDA has approved a new drug for children with a peanut allergy, but it may not be a good fit for some kids.
The FDA has approved a new drug for children with a peanut allergy, but it may not be a good fit for some kids.
Fear of coronavirus has Georgia woman stuck at sea on cruise ship
Angela Jones and a friend took off from Hong Kong on a cruise ship February 1, 2020, hoping to explore Japan. Instead, the Canton, Georgia, native and 2,200 others have been stuck at sea, as countries refuse to allow passengers to disembark amid concerns about the new coronavirus.
Angela Jones and a friend took off from Hong Kong on a cruise ship February 1, 2020, hoping to explore Japan. Instead, the Canton, Georgia, native and 2,200 others have been stuck at sea, as countries refuse to allow passengers to disembark amid concerns about the new coronavirus.
Doctor: Don't cancel your Caribbean cruise because of coronavirus
As cruise ships become quarantined in Asia amid the spread of a new coronavirus, many Americans are wondering if a cruise is still a good idea.
As cruise ships become quarantined in Asia amid the spread of a new coronavirus, many Americans are wondering if a cruise is still a good idea.
Georgia coach's cancer battle inspires students, community
Facing advanced endometrial cancer, longtime Newnan, Georgia, coach and teacher Simone Dupree knew her middle school students were frightened she would not survive. So, DuPree created a Facebook page to help them better understand her treatment, not knowing her journey would inspire an entire community.
Facing advanced endometrial cancer, longtime Newnan, Georgia, coach and teacher Simone Dupree knew her middle school students were frightened she would not survive. So, DuPree created a Facebook page to help them better understand her treatment, not knowing her journey would inspire an entire community.
Georgia woman believes nail salon infection forced her big toe amputation
Anita House treated herself to pedicure at a local nail salon. The Flowery Branch, Georgia, woman now believes that visit left her with an bone infection that forced a surgeon to amputate her right big toe.
Anita House treated herself to pedicure at a local nail salon. The Flowery Branch, Georgia, woman now believes that visit left her with an bone infection that forced a surgeon to amputate her right big toe.
New podcast offers straight talk about weight loss
After losing a combined 300 pounds, friends and workout partners Brandi Mallory and Alix Prempeh have created the podcast "2 Dope Girlz in the Gym." The two agree weight loss isn't easy, but they hope to make it fun.
After losing a combined 300 pounds, friends and workout partners Brandi Mallory and Alix Prempeh have created the podcast "2 Dope Girlz in the Gym." The two agree weight loss isn't easy, but they hope to make it fun.
Coronavirus test kits coming to Georgia
The Georgia Department of Public Health says it will be among the public health labs receiving a coronavirus test kit. On Wednesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed 200 coronavirus kits will be sent to state labs across the country.
The Georgia Department of Public Health says it will be among the public health labs receiving a coronavirus test kit. On Wednesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed 200 coronavirus kits will be sent to state labs across the country.
Georgia nonprofit offers home, help to teens coping with mental illness
Atlanta college student Sir Dalvin Holloman found himself homeless after he was diagnosed with schizophrenia at 19. Today, he has an apartment, a therapist and a doctor, thanks to an integrative new program for teens and young adults.
Atlanta college student Sir Dalvin Holloman found himself homeless after he was diagnosed with schizophrenia at 19. Today, he has an apartment, a therapist and a doctor, thanks to an integrative new program for teens and young adults.
Lung cancer survivor raises awareness at Super Bowl
A nagging cough sent 42-year-old Angie Downs of Seattle to her doctor. But, the mother of two never expected the problem would be lung cancer.
A nagging cough sent 42-year-old Angie Downs of Seattle to her doctor. But, the mother of two never expected the problem would be lung cancer.
Rare pregnancy complication forces Atlanta baby's delivery at 27 weeks
Tabitha Hammond of Atlanta was 27 weeks' pregnant when she felt a jolt of pain in her abdomen. That's when she found herself facing an emergency C-section, as doctors tried to save her unborn baby.
Tabitha Hammond of Atlanta was 27 weeks' pregnant when she felt a jolt of pain in her abdomen. That's when she found herself facing an emergency C-section, as doctors tried to save her unborn baby.
Study: These 5 healthy habits may help you live disease-free for longer
Harvard researchers say adopting 5 healthy habits in middle age can help you extend the number of years you live disease-free as you grow older. We look at what they are and how to get started.
Harvard researchers say adopting 5 healthy habits in middle age can help you extend the number of years you live disease-free as you grow older. We look at what they are and how to get started.