10 GA Maternity Hospitals Among Best Places To Have A Baby: U.S. News

Georgia's best hospital for maternity care sits at the heart of the state.

'Nobody Is Safe': Track Your Risk Of Cancer-Causing Formaldehyde In GA

Some Georgia communities are among the riskiest for the cancer-causing effects of formaldehyde. See where they are located.

Costco Eggs Sold In GA Recalled Over Salmonella Risk

The recall affects organic eggs sold at Costco stores in five states, including Georgia, the FDA said in a notice.

Toxic Black Plastic Lurks In GA Kitchens, Kids' Toys, Researchers Warn

Black kitchen utensils, food containers and toys are often made using plastics recovered from e-waste. Researchers say that's a problem.

Bacteria In Toothpaste, Black Mold At Factory: What To Know In GA

The FDA issued a warning letter to the company about the "significant violations."

17 GA Hospitals Get 'A' Rating On New Safety Grades: See Full List

Georgia ranked 35th nationally among states for the number of hospitals earning the top letter grade for patient safety.

8 Nursing Homes In Metro Atlanta Among Nation’s Best: U.S. News

Of the dozens of nursing homes in metro Atlanta, eight of them received perfect ratings in U.S. News & World Report's new survey.

The 19 Best Hospitals In GA: New National Ranking

Hospitals from Atlanta to LaGrange to down south in Thomasville are among some of the best hospitals in the U.S., a new survey showed.

Cases Of ‘Walking Pneumonia’ Spike Among Children: What To Know In GA

The Georgia Department of Public Health offered several tips for avoiding respiratory illness, including Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

E. Coli Linked To McDonald’s Quarter Pounders: What To Know In GA

Is it safe to eat the popular Quarter Pounders McDonald's serves up in Georgia? Find out here.

Virus Causing Polio-Like Paralysis On The Rise In GA, Wastewater Shows

The highest rates of D68 are in the South and Northeast, according to the data. See what to know in Georgia.

West Nile Virus Cases Rising In GA, Data Shows

The CDC recently reported a slight increase of West Nile virus in GA. See which counties have been affected and how to prevent the virus.

Whooping Cough Cases Spike In GA, Infants Most Vulnerable: CDC

Nationally, the number of whooping cough cases has more than tripled since this time last year. See the GA numbers, and who is most at risk.

2 GA Health Care Facilities Among ‘Great Hospitals In America’

The “Great Hospitals in America” list from niche media company Becker’s Healthcare includes accomplished Georgia hospitals.

5th Measles Case Confirmed In Georgia

A metro Atlanta resident was exposed to measles while traveling internationally, the Georgia Department of Public Health said.

167K Pounds Of Perdue Chicken Nuggets Recalled: What To Know

Officials said customers were complaining of metal wire embedded in their chicken nuggets and tenders from Georgia-based Perdue Foods.

CDC Issues Dengue Warning For U.S. As 16 GA Travelers Sickened

The CDC said countries in the Americas have reported more than 9.7 million dengue cases so far this year. Here's what to know in Georgia.

More Pharmacy Chains Closing In Georgia: What’s Behind It?

Financial pressures from opioid lawsuits and changing spending patterns have affected FL pharmacies. Closings have hurt rural areas.

Worst GA Cities For Bed Bug Infestations, Plus DC: Report

Ten Georgia cities ranked among the worst cities for bed bug infestations, according to a new study by Pest Gnome​​.

1st GA Measles Case Since 2020 Reported In Metro Atlanta: DPS

The department is working to identify anyone who may have had contact with the person during the period of infection.

Invasive Parasite Found In Brown Rats Detected In Atlanta: New Study

Georgia is one of multiple southeast states where the rat lungworm was recently discovered, a study shows.

Georgia COVID-19 Hospitalizations Surge With New Variant: DPH

The new COVID-19 variant, EG-5, is the cause of about 16 percent of new COVID-19 cases statewide, Georgia public health officials said.

Free Kidney Transplant Seminar Coming On Sept. 19 To Atlanta

Registration is now available online to attend in-person or virtually to the event.

Atlanta Student Selected for Prestigious Pre-Med Internship

The Northwestern Medicine Summer Internship Program is for college students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare

Atlanta Residents Raise $200,000 at Annual Fight For Air Climb

400 Atlanta residents come together to raise funds for lung health and the American Lung Association

Lung Association Urges Residents to Take Action to End Lung Cancer

Organization illuminates buildings and landmarks in turquoise, shares stories of those impacted to raise awareness of lung cancer

Georgia Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Raw Oyster Recall

The recall was ordered after people in multiple states became sick after eating oysters harvested in Florida.

Double Lung Transplant Champion is a Catalyst to Promote Lung Health

Lovette Russell encourages community members to support lung health and participate in the Fight For Air Climb Atlanta

Choose Healthier Habits in 2023 with National Take the Stairs Day

American Lung Association encourages Georgia residents to take the stairs and support lung health by signing up for the Fight For Air Climb

Univ. of Georgia Researcher Awarded American Lung Association Grant

Distinguished researcher Whitney Rabacal, Ph.D. from the University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc. will receive the Catalyst Award.

Emory University Researcher Awarded American Lung Association Grant

Dr. Kristin Nelson, Emory University Researcher, Awarded American Lung Association Grant to Study Tuberculosis

Georgia Tech Researcher Awarded American Lung Association Grant

Ahmet Coskun, Ph.D. from the Georgia Tech Research Corporation receives Innovation Award from the American Lung Association

Smyrna Firefighter Honored Nationally by the American Lung Association

Matt Stewart selected as one of top firefighter supporters nationwide

350 Locals Gather and Raise $100,000 to End Lung Cancer

350 Locals Gather at Brook Run Park for LUNG FORCE Run/Walk and Raise $100,000 to End Lung Cancer.

President of Georgia Nurses Organization Dismayed Over AMC Closing

Ashley Blackmon, president of UAPRN of Georgia, drafts letter to legislators and community re: impending closure of Atlanta Medical Center.

Take Steps to End Lung Cancer at Atlanta LUNG FORCE Run/Walk Nov. 5

American Lung Association event to fund lifesaving lung cancer research

American Lung Association Seeks Grant Applications from GA Researchers

Organization opens application process for 2023-2024 awards and grants funding

2 Fulton County Employees Test Positive For Monkeypox: Report

The Fulton County Board of Health is working on contract tracing for the two employees, who are isolating, according to 11 Alive.

Lung Cancer is the Leading Cause of Cancer Deaths in Georgia

American Lung Association releases data that examines Americans’ knowledge about lung cancer on World Lung Cancer Day

NAMI GA Plans 40th Anniversary Fundraiser and 2022 NAMI Walks Kickoff

NAMI GA (National Alliance on Mental Illness) announces its Celebrate You 40th Anniversary Fundraiser Aug. 13 and NAMI Walks Kickoff Oct. 15