U.S. obesity rates decline for first time in more than a decade
Notable decrease seen in South, which had highest prescription rates for Ozempic, Wegovy and other weight loss meds
Why holiday shopping is stressing you out and how to stop it
When gift giving feels mandatory or becomes a competition, it can trigger brain chemicals that affect our feelings
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Holiday stress can lead Alzheimer’s patients and those with dementia to go missing
Experts say the holidays could trigger stress among older Georgians with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias leading them to wander.
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Gene therapy, equity and trust in Atlanta’s sickle cell fight
Research into sickle cell disease offers hope to patients.
Is becoming a nurse practitioner ‘worth it?’ Survey says yes
A recent nationwide survey by Nurse.org found most NPs are thriving in their careers.
‘The Golden Bachelor’ Gerry Turner diagnosed with rare bone marrow cancer
“The Golden Bachelor” reality TV star Gerry Turner was diagnosed with bone marrow cancer in March.
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Morehouse professor hopes story of dad’s suicide attempt will deter others
With the pressures of final exams and the holidays, Morehouse professor Ron Thomas shares his fond memories of his father and urges everyone to stay just one more day.
What is a ‘deload’ week and why should you take one?
Taking a step back from the gym might actually help you become stronger
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Georgia ACA health insurance shoppers have a few extra days to sign up
The state is giving Georgians an extra five days to buy Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, health plans, if they want coverage that starts in January. Here are the details.
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Atlanta company wins nearly $1 million for new phone app to improve maternal care
A Georgia Tech spinoff company Sanguina recently won funding to develop a consumer phone app to detect health problems for pregnant women and new moms.