Wellness

A dozen killings of people who are homeless in metro Atlanta

GUEST COLUMN

Too many Americans can’t get mental health treatment. Georgia can do better.

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Kelly Bryant, a fitness coach, works out with her 5-year-old daughter at their home in Stuart, Fla., on Nov. 26, 2023. (Melanie Metz/The New York Times)

5 ways to reduce stress at home right now

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A surge in ‘energy healing’ searches points to something deeper

Former NFL players face their health head-on at Atlanta event

6 vaccines older adults should discuss with their doctor

AJC HER+STORY

She asked Atlanta to share its good news. The response was overwhelming.

Your new self-care habit costs one stamp

Khetanya Henderson teaches a class at KKRU Pilates Studio & Wellness in the West End on Friday, April 10, 2026. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

Why these Atlantans are spending big bucks on luxury fitness memberships

Atlanta's fitness scene is booming as luxury gyms and studios reshape how young adults socialize, spend and define wellness.

New robotic tech at Emory offers alternative to surgeries

A joystick-like robot lets Emory doctors guide a tiny wire to blocked blood vessels, offering precise, minimally invasive treatment through a simple pinhole incision.

Does loving an AI companion sound crazy? You might be closer than you think.

While loving AI may seem foreign to many, AI could have a profound impact on how we relate to one another.

NEDRA RHONE

What the K-beauty revolution reveals about the importance of inclusion

After trying K-beauty products, it's clear their success isn't just skincare. It's a commitment to inclusion that the American industry could learn from.

Want to live longer? Blue Zone research points to these 5 daily habits

Researchers have spent decades studying Blue Zone communities to understand why certain populations live longer. The answers are surprisingly simple.

Juicing vs. blending: A dietitian’s guide to which one is right for you

Juicing removes fiber. Blending keeps it. Here’s what that means for your blood sugar, weight loss goals and morning routine, according to experts.

Fruits and vegetables, key parts of the Mediterranean diet, in New York, Jan. 5, 2024. (Bobbi Lin/The New York Times)

Eat smart, age well: How simple choices boost health after 50

A mostly plant-based diet with healthy proteins and fats can help you thrive as you age.

HOLD THAT THOUGHT

4 spring cleaning tasks for your mental health

Spring cleaning isn't just a physical act of dusting and decluttering your home. It can also apply to refreshing our mindset.

GUEST COLUMN

Affordable Care Act turns 16, but Georgia still hasn’t expanded Medicaid

Georgia is one of only 10 states that has not fully expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, and those states' health care outcomes are poorer than the 40 others.

Georgia weighs ban on synthetic hemp, while expanding medical cannabis

Georgia lawmakers weigh changes to hemp products and medical cannabis in the final days of the legislative session.

Lots of cavities as a kid? That may be a predictor of poor heart health.

Childhood cavities may signal more than dental trouble. New research links early tooth decay to higher risks of heart disease later in life.

Start earlier to lower your cholesterol for a healthy heart

Heart disease prevention gets a head start with updated guidelines recommending earlier screenings for adults and children.

AGING IN ATLANTA

Fun, prizes and more: Event informs seniors on health, estate basics

Did we mention there were prizes and emotional support llamas?