Wellness

‘Kissing bug’ disease is now endemic in the South. What should you do?

Chagas, or “kissing bug” disease, is spreading in the U.S. Learn how it infects, common symptoms to watch for and what you can do to stay safe.

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Pizza and beer, hold the gluten: Atlanta’s gluten-free fest debuts Sept. 28

Monday Night Brewing’s Gluten Free Atlanta Fest will feature gluten-free pizza, beer and food from vendors at the Grove.

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Measles spreads from Georgia State student to three others

Measles has spread from an unvaccinated Georgia State University student to three other people, bringing the total cases reported in Georgia this year to 10.

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UGA researchers use video games to support STEAM learning, student wellness

UGA researchers are using video games to open new doors for neurodivergent students — boosting their quality of life and sparking interest in STEAM careers.

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A post-Roe crisis: Fetal personhood laws threaten Jewish religious freedom

After Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, new state laws and rulings on reproductive issues such as IVF created panic for pregnant Jewish Americans.

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OPINION

Why Black cultural salons still matter today

A new wave of cultural hubs, evoking A’Lelia Walker's Harlem Renaissance era Dark Tower, has emerged in Atlanta and elsewhere to offer intellectual exchange and community.

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Trump distorts facts on autism, Tylenol and vaccines, scientists say

The White House’s autism announcement exaggerates links to Tylenol, misleads on vaccines and sets back the field by ignoring decades of research, scientists say.

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How polarizing content reaches teens, young adults online

Have people in your life taken on a newfound passion for hot-button topics? It's likely because of an algorithm, which can leave young users vulnerable.

Fall foliage may arrive later than usual this year. Here’s where to see it.

In Georgia, peak leaf season usually arrives in mid-October. But this year, the state’s brightest leaves may not appear until early November.

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A rare disease exhausted him. A drug gives him energy to fight for others.

An FDA review of a drug for Barth syndrome shines a spotlight on how the agency weighs experimental treatments for rare diseases, which affect almost 30 million Americans.

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21 wellness products to keep you feeling your best this fall

Discover the best fall wellness essentials — from cleansers to hydration heroes and stress-relief picks — to stay healthy and glowing all season.

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OPINION

Revamped Civil and Human Rights Center expands our understanding of Reconstruction

When Atlanta’s National Center for Civil and Human Rights reopens after its $57 million expansion, a new exhibit will tell the story of our attempt to create a true democracy.

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Fall allergies are flaring up. What can you do?

Metro Atlanta is already seeing high or extremely high counts of pollens and mold as fall arrives Monday.

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Art Pharmacy bridges the gap between the arts and health care communities

Atlanta-based Art Pharmacy partners with health providers to prescribe arts experiences that support mental health, especially for seniors across Georgia.

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ChatGPT can’t diagnose you. Here’s why.

An Atlanta health expert and an artificial intelligence researcher each break down the realities of turning to ChatGPT for health advice.

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INVESTIGATIONS

The South leads in hysterectomies — especially for Black women. Here’s why.

More doctors advocate for alternatives to uterus removal, but the procedure is still more common in Southern states.

Wellness

‘Kissing bug’ disease is now endemic in the South. What should you do?

Pizza and beer, hold the gluten: Atlanta’s gluten-free fest debuts Sept. 28

Measles spreads from Georgia State student to three others

UGA researchers use video games to support STEAM learning, student wellness

A post-Roe crisis: Fetal personhood laws threaten Jewish religious freedom

Why Black cultural salons still matter today

Trump distorts facts on autism, Tylenol and vaccines, scientists say

How polarizing content reaches teens, young adults online

Fall foliage may arrive later than usual this year. Here’s where to see it.

A rare disease exhausted him. A drug gives him energy to fight for others.

21 wellness products to keep you feeling your best this fall

Revamped Civil and Human Rights Center expands our understanding of Reconstruction

Fall allergies are flaring up. What can you do?

Art Pharmacy bridges the gap between the arts and health care communities

ChatGPT can’t diagnose you. Here’s why.

Atlanta’s Warrior Moms offer advice on healing

New research on maternal transports points to unseen gaps in Georgia care

6 ways to declutter, organize and start the fall season fresh

5 reasons to start reading for fun again

The South leads in hysterectomies — especially for Black women. Here’s why.