Douglas County libraries to offer blood pressure machine checkouts
These machines will also be allowed to be checked out like books.
Atlanta mourns the passing of Hawks legend Dikembe Mutombo
The city of Atlanta is grieving the loss of former Atlanta Hawks star and humanitarian Dikembe Mutombo, who passed away at 58.
Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do
If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.
BioLab fire: What to know about chlorine, when to contact doctor
Chlorine is a strong chemical that can irritate the lungs and cause serious health issues if inhaled.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta moves patients to new Arthur M. Blank Hospital
Sunday marks a significant milestone for pediatric healthcare in metro Atlanta as Children's Healthcare of Atlanta begins moving hundreds of patients from its Egleston campus to the newly opened Arthur M. Blank Hospital.
Ellen DeGeneres shares three recent health diagnoses during special
During Ellen DeGeneres' final Netflix special, the 66-year-old comedian opened up about her recent triple diagnosis as she got candid about aging.
US suicides remain at highest level in nation’s history
A new report from the CDC reveals that more than 49,000 suicides were reported in 2023, which remain at the highest level in U.S. history.
'Galaxy Gas': Kids are inhaling dangerous levels of nitrous oxide
Videos of kids inhaling Galaxy Gas have taken off on social media, leading to new concerns about the dangers of abusing nitrous oxide.
Nearly 200 chemicals linked to breast cancer could be exposed to people’s food: Study
Researchers said the study is a good jumping off point to improve the world’s understanding of what outside factors cause breast cancer and how to better prevent exposure.
Obesity rate drops to 40% overall, rising among women, CDC says
According to new numbers from a 2021 survey conducted through 2023, the obesity rate in the U.S. stands at 40%, a slight decrease from the 42% recorded in the previous four-year period.
New Arthur M. Blank Hospital in Atlanta will feature fleet of robots
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's new Arthur M. Blank Hospital is set to open Sunday, and it's bringing a high-tech team of helpers along.
Pregnancy may change mother's brains
A comprehensive new study shows that certain brain regions may shrink in size during pregnancy but improve in connectivity. The Fox Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano explained the fascinating new research to Buck Lanford and Alex Whittler.
Harrison Humphries: The unstoppable fourth grader winning against all odds
It’s fair to say 9-and-a-half-year-old Harrison Humphries is a piece of work.
Consumer Reports flags 12 cinnamon products for dangerous lead content
One of the favorite fall spices, cinnamon, may now be headed for the trash can.
Which cities are best for women? Study highlights economic, health, and safety
A new study by WalletHub reveals the best cities for women in 2024 based on economic, health, and safety factors.
Teacher BAE offering self-care con for teachers on Sept. 29
Teacher BAE Inc., an organization that stands for "Balanced and Educated," is set to host its second annual Back-to-School Self-Care Conference.
Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month: What to know
Free COVID-19 tests will be available to U.S. households beginning this month. Here's what to know.
Thousands raise money during annual Atlanta Heart Walk
Thousands of people took to the street in Buckhead over the weekend to walk and raise money for heart health.
Report details the lesser known link between alcohol and cancer risk
The latest Cancer Progress Report reveals a 33% decline in U.S. cancer deaths since 1991, but also highlights the lesser-known cancer risk posed by alcohol consumption.
More than 3,000 chemicals enter the body through food packaging, study finds
A new study recently found evidence for widespread human exposure to food contact chemicals (FCCs) through food packaging items.