New respiratory virus rising in Atlanta could be severe for kids with sickle cell
Infections with human parvovirus B19 can be common and mild, but those with compromised immune systems can be at particular risk, according to a recent study.
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Nursing home industry wants Trump to rescind staffing mandate
Four in 5 facilities would have to increase staffing to meet new requirements.
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Georgia physician recounts his own difficulties with health insurance
As social media catches fire from the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, discussions center on frustrations with health insurers.
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First woman to lead Jimmy Carter’s rural church left the big city for a Plains life
A Maranatha member once posed the question to her: “Why would you want to stay in Atlanta when you could make a name for yourself here in Plains?”
Telltale signs your body is not getting enough carbs
Cutting carbohydrates for your health is not as simple as it sounds, these experts point out
Just minutes of exercise can help women’s hearts, study finds
Researchers discovered it takes only 1.5 to four minutes of vigorous exercise for heart health to improve
Why Sabrina Carpenter’s hit song is perfect for performing CPR
At 107 beats per minute, ‘Please, Please, Please’ is approved by the American Heart Association
Georgia’s work requirement slows processing of applications for Medicaid, food stamps
Georgia’s ability to process applications for Medicaid and other public benefits has lagged since the launch of Gov. Brian Kemp’s “Pathways” Medicaid work requirement.
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Out-of-state travel for abortions increases among Georgia women
Thousands of women have left Georgia for elective or medically necessary abortions since it enacted one of the country’s strictest abortion laws, state data shows.