Helena Oliviero

Helena Oliviero grew up in Vermont and graduated from the University of San Francisco. She writes compelling, very human features and enterprise stories with health and lifestyle themes. She lives in Avondale Estates with her husband Brian and two daughters.

Latest from Helena Oliviero

Are your allergies acting up? Here’s how to get relief

If it’s spring in Atlanta, there will be pollen. It’s not too late to take steps to minimize the symptoms.

Why some adults may need another dose of measles vaccine

Are you immune to measles? Some Georgia adults may need another dose of the MMR vaccine, which protects against the disease.

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Jimmy Carter, a man of implacable faith, lived his values

Jimmy Carter was shaped by and lived his faith. His hometown of Plains was his spiritual center.

Bird flu virus shows concerning mutations in first severe case in the U.S.

House cat dies from pet food contaminated with bird flu

New staff member at Children’s Healthcare uses canine charm to help kids

Conway, a 17-month-old Labrador-golden retriever mix, is the latest dog to join the staff at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, providing encouragement, laughter and joy.

Georgia an early hot spot for flu heading into Christmas

Thirteen states, including Georgia, are early hot spots with high or very high levels of flu activity, about double from the week before, according to CDC surveillance.

Emory heart team implants new blood-pumping device for first time in U.S.

New implantable heart device can help patients with heart failure wait for a transplant. The clinical trial at Emory is studying a ventricular assist device, or VAD

What is bird flu? Is it just an animal thing, or can people catch it?

Bird flu or avian influenza is a group of viruses that primarily infects birds.

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Georgia physician recounts his own difficulties with health insurance

As social media catches fire from the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, discussions center on frustrations with health insurers.