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‘Survivor’ is harder than you think

For two Atlanta alumni from Season 50, “Survivor” begins long before the plane ride to Fiji. It's a test of both mental grit and physical endurance.

There's no question it feels good and relaxes you. But does massage really affect sore muscles? (Nicholas Sansone/The New York Times)

What lymphatic drainage really does for your body

Lymphatic drainage is trending on social media, but it’s rooted in science. Here’s how it works and where to try it in metro Atlanta.

Rathna Malapati

Teen program preps next generation of Georgia’s health care workers

As health care worker shortages grow, Wellstar Health System's VolunTeen program is giving Georgia teens early, hands-on exposure to the realities of hospital care.

A Better You, sponsored by Wellstar

Celebrating Nurses - 2025 honorees

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National Nurses Month is a time to acknowledge the amazing contributions nurses make to our lives and communities. Since 2005, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has held its annual Celebrating Nurses Awards each May to honor Atlanta's top nurses. The award program recognizes & celebrates their exceptional work, bravery and outstanding achievements at a special awards reception.
Justin Connelly - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Justin Connelly, Piedmont Henry Hospital

Second generation trauma nurse goes above and beyond for his patients.

Melanie Copeland - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Melanie Copeland, Kennestone Hospital

Makes sure every new nurse knows they are valued.

April Eldridge - Celebrating Nurses 2025

April Eldridge, Wellstar Douglas

She handles pressure of nursing through prayer and self-care.

Cynthia Farmer - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Cindy Farmer, Northside Hospital Cherokee

Calm demeanor with patients comes from med/surgery nurse’s inner peace.

Jennifer Herr - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Jennifer Herr, Northeast Georgia Medical Center

Gainesville nurse’s compassion for NICU patients ‘knows no bounds’

Christine Karia - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Christine Karia, Kennestone Hospital

Her ‘commitment to her patients and her team is evident."

Kimberly Knotts - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Kimberly Knotts, Wellstar Paulding

What nurses do ‘is extraordinary,’ recipient of manager award says.

Patrick Mclead - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Patrick McLeod, Northside Hospital Duluth

Procedural nurse has ‘amazing ability’ to connect with patients

Candice Sims - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Candice Sims, Grady Memorial Hospital

Years as LPN built strong foundation for heart failure nurse,

Yuriy Soroka - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Yuriy Soroka, Wellstar North Fulton

Critical care nurse serves here and in his homeland Ukraine.

Kenosha Tillman - Celebrating Nurses 2025

Kenosha Tillman, Emory Healthcare

‘I’ve always been a natural nurturer.’

AJC Celebrating Nurses 2025

PHOTOS: 2025 Celebrating Nurses awards luncheon

For the 20th consecutive year, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has celebrated 10 of the region’s best nurses and one outstanding nurse leader.

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