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Program to provide trauma education for rural Georgia hospitals

The Georgia Trauma Foundation believes trauma education for rural health care providers may be the “difference between life and death."

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Trump administration’s halt of CDC’s weekly scientific report stalls bird flu studies

The Trump administration has intervened in the release of important studies on the bird flu, as an outbreak escalates across the United States.

What if doctor visits were more like podcasts? SNL reminds us that men need checkups, too

Saturday Night Live's latest skit puts men on blast for not visiting their doctors. Here are three important reasons to schedule a checkup.

Habits take much longer than 21 days to form, new study says

Do your New Year’s resolutions still seem far from reach? A new study may have the answers.

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Rev. Budde, who asked Trump to ‘show mercy,’ says the time for love is now

Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde spoke to President Trump and the nation last week from the pulpit. Now, she has a message for Atlanta and the nation.

UGA study finds that workers and bosses both benefit from time off

A new analysis conducted at the University of Georgia found that the workplace benefits of vacations last long after the drive home.

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Warnings about moderate alcohol use and cancer require more patient education, Atlanta doctors say

Less than half of Americans in one survey said they were aware of the link between alcohol use and cancer compared to 89% for tobacco use.

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RFK Jr.’s health policy stances: From controversy to common ground

As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces Senate confirmation hearings for Secretary of Health and Human Services, the nomination has sparked intense debate.

What you can buy instead of a dozen eggs

Egg prices have tripled since summer 2023. Explore budget-friendly alternatives, from protein-rich breakfast options to smart self-care purchases.

What do these common skincare buzzwords mean?

Need hyaluronic acid or retinol? Still figuring out what those words mean? Learn it all and start your skin care journey correctly.

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Halt of information from federal health offices concerns Georgia workers

As the regular flow of CDC communications on bird flu and other viruses are paused, an Atlanta convention on poultry and meat is set to host tens of thousands of people.

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Help! I accidentally matched with my co-worker

Dating — both online and offline — is about embracing the imperfections, not letting them derail your journey.

Atlanta resident has been diagnosed with measles

A metro Atlanta resident who was not vaccinated has been diagnosed with measles, the highly infectious and sometimes fatal disease that used to be on the wane.

Is your protein powder toxic? Report finds 47% exceed safety limits

New research reveals 47% of protein brands exceed toxic limits, with surprising findings about organic options.

How Mark Wahlberg, 53, gets ‘a head start’ with 2 a.m. workouts

Ever wonder how Mark Wahlberg gets in shape for all those movies? The Hollywood celebrity hits the gym as early as 2 a.m. for his workouts.

Here’s the truth about sparkling water and weight loss

Could your favorite fizzy drink be a secret weapon for weight loss? New research offers insights into sparkling water’s potential benefits.

‘Sex, Lies, and Videotape’ star Andie MacDowell diagnosed with rare syndrome

Andie MacDowell has been diagnosed with piriformis syndrome. Here's what we know about the disease.

Sedentary work can increase symptoms of insomnia, study finds

Sedentary work can wreak your sleep cycle, but there are ways you can reverse the damage.

‘The Internet really came for me’: Amy Schumer on what led to rare diagnosis

"Kinda Pregnant" star Amy Schumer was diagnosed with a rare disorder following "moon face" comments from people online. So what is Cushing syndrome and what are its symptoms?

The future of menopause care: Smart device monitors hot flashes and more

Learn how this wearable technology helps women better understand and manage their menopause transition through real-time monitoring of hot flashes, sleep patterns and more.