Study find UV light from nail salon gel dryers may cause DNA damage, cell death

A recent study found chronic exposure to UV light emitted by nail salon dryers may raise the risk of DNA damage that could lead to skin cancer. Dermatologist Dr. Heather Ivy talked to the FOX Medical Team about the findings.

'Raising Girls' 03-16-2023
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Malikah Berry Rogers, executive director of the Southern Black Girls & Women?s Consortium, has a candid and frank conversation about girls and the many issues they?re facing. Between social media, bullying, body image issues and finding their voice, our girls are dealing with a lot. Hear what we can do to support our girls!

Gwinnett baseball player back in the game after life-altering accident

Caiden Wilson, 16, says the accident that changed his life happen so quickly. One minute, he was in the batting cage loading the pitching machine. Then next, he was unconscious on the group, his skull fractured.

Georgia representative says she consulted with medical marijuana company trying to win recent bid

At a recent committee meeting, Georgia legislators heard testimony about a new medical marijuana bill that will vastly increase the number of companies authorized to grow and sell medical cannabis.

'Workforce Ready' 03-15-2023
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Portia talks solid strategies to get you workforce ready with theHRPlug.com founder, LaShawn Davis. Graduating from college, thinking about a trade school, or just re-entering the workforce, we?re getting you workforce ready!

Georgia Trade Industry Expo targets students, record attendance

College enrollment is declining. One of the reasons, according to a national data tracker, is that alternatives that cost less and potentially pay more are available. 

Your grip strength may reveal clues about your health

All of as have had someone grip out hands much too hard during a handshake. But, a strong grip may not be such a bad thing, says one researcher.

'Wedding Trends' 03-14-2023
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Wedding planner, Scoobie West, brings his runway to Portia. He?s sharing the new wedding trends for 2023. The fashions, the makeup and the tuxedo trends are showcased!

Pet of the Day from Paws Atlanta
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A Paws Atlanta volunteer found Minuteman wandering loose and he's been waiting patiently for someone to choose him ever since.

Program helps Georgia heart attack survivor get more active

At 70, Eddie Payne is working out again, just weeks after a heart attack nearly claimed his life. The Gwinnett County man sees his heart scare and the cardiac rehab he is now undergoing as a second chance to watch his grandchildren grow up.

Deidra Dukes Reports: Youth Violence
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Youth violence is taking a toll on our communities. In this episode of 'Deidra Dukes Reports' we examine the problem from every angle, working to end the cycle of violence.

Mortgage lender banned by feds after targeting military and vets

The Fox 5 I-Team’s Dana Fowle says this mortgage lender had been warned in 2015 to clean up its act, but the government says, it didn’t.

'Money Matters' 03-13-2023
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Building wealth starts with letting go of debt and getting your hands on some assets. Portia is talking money matters with black female bank owner, Benaisha Poole-Watson. Credit: Hannah Beaten via Storyful

3 people dead after multiple explosions in Barrow County home

Three people died after a Barrow County home exploded multiple times early Saturday morning. Officials discovered a substance later found in the home may have been the cause.