Health stories in Atlanta

Kroger is teaming up with Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, offering metro Atlanta residents a safe way to dispose of unused or expired medications.

[Link: https://i.redd.it/dqemzceid5xg1.jpeg] Dental bus is out behind the Staples in Tifton, Ga serving the homeless in the community today until 5 PM today. Come by if you are in need of fillings, extractions, or a cleaning!

Join the FREE Maternal Health Expo on April 25 from 12-4pm at Johns Creek Baptist Church. Hosted by Emory Johns Creek Hospital, the event offers vital health screenings and resources for new and expecting parents.

President Trump has eased restrictions on medical marijuana, moving it to Schedule III, while wildfires rage in South Georgia and Northern Florida. Additionally, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalate as Trump orders the Navy to take aggressive action against potential threats.

A Maryland resident is inquiring about health insurance options in Georgia that are comparable to Kaiser Permanente, particularly for those on Medicaid. The individual is concerned about finding quality healthcare providers in their new location near Hoschton, GA.

The FDA has approved the first gene therapy aimed at restoring hearing for individuals born with a rare genetic form of deafness. This groundbreaking treatment offers hope to families affected by profound hearing loss.

The Georgia Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case stemming from the 2024 BioLab fire in Conyers.

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, along with 12 other state AGs, is urging credit card companies to stop processing payments for illegal vape products from China. These unauthorized vapes pose significant risks to children and account for over 80% of the U.S. vape market.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled 48,000 Autobrush Sonic Pro Kids Toothbrush boxes due to safety violations related to accessible button cell batteries. The boxes, featuring animal characters, lack necessary warnings and could pose a risk to children.

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NAESM is organizing the NAESM PrEP University event on April 28, aimed at promoting HIV testing and prevention. The event will feature educational sessions, live performances, and networking opportunities at the Loudermilk Center.

(CNN) — Millions of Americans are turning to AI chatbots for health answers. Doctors are, too. But the ways doctors are incorporating AI chatbots into their practice are surprising. Specialized medical AI chatbots have quickly become a go-to source for many doctors and trainees. The CEO of one

U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is advocating for new legislation to prevent health insurance companies from denying necessary care to patients in Georgia. This initiative aims to eliminate delays caused by prior authorizations that can jeopardize patient health.

Hi guys! I’m planning to get lasik. I had consultation at both Woolfson Eye Institute and Lasikplus. Which doctor would you recommend getting it done? Dr. Woolfson is $1350 more expensive and an hour drive from me. Dr.Smith is only 15 minutes from me. I really prefer Dr. Woolfson for the reputatio

The new Edibles.com store in Inman ParkPhotograph courtesy of Edibles.com Operating under a slogan of “Health, not high,” Edibles.com opened its first retail brick-and-mortar on April 9 in Inman Park. The boutique aims to offer a more approachable entry into hemp-derived products. It’s coming from a

More than half a million Georgians have lost their federally subsidized Affordable Care Act plans, marking a 37% decline in enrollment. This drop follows the expiration of pandemic-era subsidies, raising concerns about access to healthcare and the impact on rural hospitals.

The Supreme Court of Georgia heard oral arguments Tuesday in a case tied to a 2024 chemical fire at a BioLab facility in Conyers that forced nearby residents to evacuate for weeks.

A case before the Georgia Supreme Court stems from a 2024 fire at a chemical plant in Conyers At question is whether courts should be able to order proactive medical monitoring for people who may have been exposed to harmful chemicals. John McCosh/Georgia RecorderThe Georgia Supreme Court heard argu

A fertility service canceled 2 days before I am supposed to start the process for egg retrieval and I am very unsure about the injection process. I was told to reach out to neighborhood forums to see if nurses would be able to assist. If you are a nurse or know of a nurse that can assist, can you pl

I’m looking for an OB who delivers at Northside and feeling kind of overwhelmed by all the options. Most of the reviews I’m finding seem to be for Piedmont doctors, so I’m having a hard time narrowing things down. Has anyone delivered at Northside recently and had a really great experience with the

The American Academy of Neurology issued guidance on using wearable data devices, like smartwatches or an Oura Ring, to track key health metrics that can help flag serious conditions.

I'm very worried about cost but severally need this treatment.

President endorses psilocybin and ibogaine: "Can I have some, please?"

Does anyone know of an obgyn that knows how to bill Oscar Health Insurance? The one I am currently seeing is saying that Oscar does not have global billing for maternity care. This means I will be considered uninsured and have to pay $5,800+ dollars out of pocket even though they are an in-network p

hey y’all, i’ve been asked by a mother in need if i’m aware of updated food pantry listings. there were so many in the peak of the pandemic, but some of them are no longer functioning. would of course prefer those that don’t require documentation and offer produce instead of purely shelf stable food

My disabled friend in Atlanta is struggling and I’m reaching out from the west coast feeling a bit helpless. He’s 58, lives in Atlanta (Fulton County), receives SSDI and is covered by Medicare. He lives alone and doesn’t have anyone in the area to assist him. He has struggled with depression, anx

A study by Emory University shows that investment in HIV treatment has saved Georgia more than $100 billion over 25 years. The findings highlight the financial and health benefits of antiretroviral therapy, which has also prevented thousands of new HIV cases and deaths.

A backyard flock in Pierce County tested positive for a highly contagious bird flu.

I just accepted my first nursing job at Emory Midtown! What are good apartments/townhomes I should look into? I’m fine with not living directly in midtown, what are some areas close to/outside of midtown? I was looking at the Buckhead area. Please let me know which apartments to avoid too 1 or 2 be

Northside Hospital Forsyth has commenced construction on a new six-story patient tower and expanded emergency department to accommodate the growing healthcare needs of the metro Atlanta area. The project aims to enhance healthcare access and create job opportunities, with completion expected by 2028.