‘Near catastrophic’ rabies incident jolts Department of Public Health
A body part from a deceased animal being tested for rabies caused deep concern at the highest level of the state Department of Public Health last year.
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How do I tell the person I’m dating to change?
Dating coach Erika Ettin’s shares her thoughts on tough questions and how to best support your partner.
The FDA has banned red dye No. 3. What could be next?
As the country steps into its journey to get “healthy," what other food items might be next for banning?
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Bob Uecker battled small-cell lung cancer: 5 facts about the disease
Bob Uecker's cause of death has not been revealed, but his family said he had been battling small cell lung cancer since early 2023.
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Atlanta struggles to reduce HIV rates
New drugs like Lenacapavir can end HIV, but stigma and gaps in care throttle access to at-risk groups.
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Atlanta doctors prescribe new hot flash drug despite liver injury warnings
For many women who experience hot flashes, the new drug Veozah has been a life-changer. And a heightened warning last month, doesn’t seem to be dampening that enthusiasm.
6 ways to lose belly fat without working out
You can fast, improve your sleep and diet your way to a flatter stomach. Here's how to lose belly fat without working out.
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In Atlanta, urban sprawl and ‘human sprawl’ (obesity) are linked
Georgia Tech professor Ellen Dunham-Jones says Atlantans would be healthier if the Georgia capital and metro area were more friendly to pedestrians.
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TikTok ban preparedness guide: 3 things that happen when you quit social media
Yes, TikTok stopped working. It's banned in the U.S. Here's what that could mean for the most avid users.
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Junk food turns public villain as power shifts in Washington
For years, the federal government has steered clear of regulating junk food, fast food, and ultra-processed food. Now attitudes are changing.