Groups to push GA lawmakers for more Medicaid waivers
Several nonprofit organizations will be advocating to state lawmakers next month for additional Medicaid waivers in this year's state budget.
Several nonprofit organizations will be advocating to state lawmakers next month for additional Medicaid waivers in this year's state budget.
Second Georgia measles case of 2026 reported in Bryan County
An unvaccinated Bryan County resident has a confirmed case of measles, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health.
An unvaccinated Bryan County resident has a confirmed case of measles, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health.
'Miracle Child' Jalen Alexander's inspiring cancer battle: 'I’m very proud of my son'
Jalen Alexander was named a 2026 Children’s Miracle Child after surviving a cancer typically found in older men.
Jalen Alexander was named a 2026 Children’s Miracle Child after surviving a cancer typically found in older men.
'Jersey Shore' star Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi reveals stage 1 cervical cancer diagnosis
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she has been diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she has been diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.
Twelve Midtown Hotel Atlantic Station evacuated: 'We lost power about nine days ago'
The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department ordered an immediate evacuation of Twelve Midtown Hotel due to unsafe water.
The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department ordered an immediate evacuation of Twelve Midtown Hotel due to unsafe water.
Blood test could predict what age Alzheimer's symptoms will start, new study suggests
A blood test could reveal at what age a person will see symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease before they happen, according to a new study.
A blood test could reveal at what age a person will see symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease before they happen, according to a new study.
Bayer proposes $7.25B plan to settle Roundup cancer lawsuits
Bayer is proposing a $7.25 billion plan to settle thousands of lawsuits claiming its Roundup weedkiller caused cancer.
Bayer is proposing a $7.25 billion plan to settle thousands of lawsuits claiming its Roundup weedkiller caused cancer.
NIH chief Jay Bhattacharya tapped to temporarily lead CDC
The National Institutes of Health director is reportedly taking on a second high-profile position, filling a leadership void at the CDC.
The National Institutes of Health director is reportedly taking on a second high-profile position, filling a leadership void at the CDC.
Atlanta pollen season 2026: Everything you need to know to survive
Atlanta’s pollen seasons are starting earlier and lasting longer, with record-breaking counts occurring primarily since 2020.
Atlanta’s pollen seasons are starting earlier and lasting longer, with record-breaking counts occurring primarily since 2020.
Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial
Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.
Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.
Christy Carlson Romano, former Disney star, reveals positive cancer screening results
Christy Carlson Romano shared in an emotional video on Tuesday that she received positive results from a recent cancer screening and plans to undergo a PET scan.
Christy Carlson Romano shared in an emotional video on Tuesday that she received positive results from a recent cancer screening and plans to undergo a PET scan.
Firefighters past and present urged to register with the CDC's National Firefighter Registry for Cancer
Due to the nature of the job, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) says firefighters have a higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer. The National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer is working to better understand the link between firefighting and cancer and is asking firefighters past and present to join the NFR.
Due to the nature of the job, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) says firefighters have a higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer. The National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer is working to better understand the link between firefighting and cancer and is asking firefighters past and present to join the NFR.
Heart transplant recipient encourages people to become organ donors
A woman living in Grayson is sharing her transplant story and urging people to become organ donors as thousands of people remain on the waitlist across Georgia.
A woman living in Grayson is sharing her transplant story and urging people to become organ donors as thousands of people remain on the waitlist across Georgia.
$3M scratch-off winner among several big Georgia Lottery payouts this week
A $3 million Georgia Lottery scratch-off ticket was sold at a Woodstock Walmart. Other big wins were reported in Lawrenceville and Locust Grove.
A $3 million Georgia Lottery scratch-off ticket was sold at a Woodstock Walmart. Other big wins were reported in Lawrenceville and Locust Grove.
Popular weight-loss drugs linked to rare 'pirate disease,' researchers warn
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.
The silent threat to women: Why Linda Brass’s near-fatal heart blockage had no symptoms
Health care providers are underscoring the need for women, especially, to keep up with regular heart screenings and tests.
Health care providers are underscoring the need for women, especially, to keep up with regular heart screenings and tests.
CDC issues urgent travel alert as virus outbreak hits exclusive sunny islands destination
A group of exclusive sunny islands are on alert as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an urgent warning of a virus outbreak.
A group of exclusive sunny islands are on alert as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an urgent warning of a virus outbreak.
Amazon Pharmacy to expand same-day prescription delivery to 4,500 US cities
Amazon is expanding its same-day prescription delivery service to nearly 4,500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026.
Amazon is expanding its same-day prescription delivery service to nearly 4,500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026.
'Full House' star Dave Coulier warns Americans not to ignore cancer signs
“Full House” star Dave Coulier says early cancer detection saved his life twice, revealing he is now in complete remission after battling two separate cancers in the past two years.
“Full House” star Dave Coulier says early cancer detection saved his life twice, revealing he is now in complete remission after battling two separate cancers in the past two years.
Brad Arnold, founding member and voice of 3 Doors Down, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.