The benefits of bird-watching go beyond glimpsing colorful feathers
High impact or low, daily, or just a few days a week, exercise is one key to improved health and overall well-being
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City of Atlanta removes crosswalk where pedestrian was killed
The action was taken just days after the AJC reported on the pedestrian death and confusion over whether the Peachtree Center crosswalk was valid.
Are you running a fever? 98.6°F may no longer be the baseline
Recent studies suggest 98.6°F may not be the standard for normal body temperature anymore. Learn why our temperatures are dropping and what that means for detecting a fever.
How ‘lemonading’ got us through the pandemic
Five years after COVID-19, research shows that a playful mindset, known as "lemonading," helped people stay resilient by using humor and creativity to navigate uncertainty.
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Heart Month: New app for young women aims to reduce maternal mortality risks
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Grady Health System are using a digital tool to encourage conversations with their patients, focusing on heart health.
Why some adults may need another dose of measles vaccine
Are you immune to measles? Some Georgia adults may need another dose of the MMR vaccine, which protects against the disease.
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Edibles on DoorDash? It’s now possible in Georgia
Recent Georgia hemp legalization has made gummies and edibles widely available. Experts want to see safety checks and better prevention for teens.
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Innovative 3D heart valve treatment built at Georgia Tech
The new device created by researchers at Georgia Tech and Emory hopes to change the treatment of heart valve disease forever.