How light therapy can help ward off the winter blues
Light therapy has been used to treat seasonal affective disorder for decades. Exposure to the right kind of light can make a noticeable difference this fall and winter.
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No spook zone: Simple tips for a sensory-friendly Halloween night
For children on the autism spectrum and their families, this spooky holiday can be tricky to navigate. Here are tips to create sensory-friendly Halloween magic.
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SNAP food benefit cuts threaten to make Georgians less healthy than before
The ongoing federal government shutdown risks taking away Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits from Americans, including 1.3 million Georgians.
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Meet the metro Atlanta woman who invented a new permanent birth control
Femasys is the brainchild and labor of love of Kathy Lee-Sepsick, whose company that started in her home in 2004 raised $31 million when it went public in 2021.
Diane Keaton’s death sparks conversation about pneumonia risks for all ages
Health experts warn that the lung infection can strike anyone — and often goes underrecognized. The screen legend died earlier this month from the condition.
Worst candy for children’s teeth, according to 3 Georgia dentists
Local dentists share Halloween candy tips to help protect kids’ teeth — and parents’ wallets — from post-trick-or-treat dental scares.
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Keep your kids out of the ER this Halloween with these 4 tips
From pedestrian injuries to pumpkin carving mishaps, Halloween can turn dangerous. Stay safe this season with trick-or-treat tips from an Atlanta health expert.
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A ‘vampire facial’ might sound spooky, but results are anything but
This fall’s most talked-about treatment uses your own blood to refresh your skin. Experts explain how PRP facials boost collagen, brighten tone and restore your glow.
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Is dirty soda the next big drink trend — or just a sugary headache in a cup?
Dirty soda may be TikTok’s favorite drink, but experts say the sweet mix can spike blood sugar and lead to health risks.
No one wants a root canal. Here are the most common causes.
Understanding what puts your teeth at risk can help you avoid major dental procedures down the road.