Wellness

FDA reviews peptide injections favored by RFK Jr. and wellness influencers

Iceberg lettuce is harvested at a farm near Yuma, Ariz., on March 6, 2012. (Nicole Bengiveno/The New York Times)

Cyclospora lettuce recall: How to wash produce safely

GUEST COLUMN

Georgia communities are paying the price for illicit vapes

Atlanta becomes first city to offer free smart bassinets to employees

Georgia dermatologist Dr. Jessica Mercer

4 sunscreen mistakes dermatologists want you to stop making

Is soccer really one of the healthiest sports? A Georgia doctor weighs in.

Berry College graduate Kara Schmit gets a hug from her mom, Sue Schmit, Saturday, May 9, 2026. (Courtesy of Brant Sanderlin/Berry College)

The kids graduated. Now it’s the parents’ turn to embrace what’s next.

A return to school puts health screenings, vaccines in the spotlight

Back-to-school season is approaching. But families still have time to book doctor’s appointments and complete required health screenings to ensure kids are ready to learn.

An Atlanta exhibition you can take with quite a few grains of salt

The Museum of Design Atlanta shakes out the history of salt in its new exhibition "Salt: A Design Story," covering 17th century salt flats to today's craft salt revival.

RISKY MEDICINE

Tempted to try a wellness or longevity treatment? Here’s what experts say.

Patients may not know that these treatments are experimental or about the risks they may pose. The latest in AJC's investigation on alternative medicine in Georgia.

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NEDRA RHONE

To women with pelvic pain, ‘Womb suffering is not our birthright’

Too many women are told their pain is normal. It’s time to challenge a healthcare system that has overlooked nonpregnancy pelvic health for far too long.

OBITUARY

Dr. Grace Kim remembered for compassion, adventurous spirit

Dr. Grace Sung Un Kim was a beloved anesthesiologist who lived in Smyrna, worked for Wellstar and loved skiing, sailing and scuba diving.

Why soccer is so demanding on the heart

Soccer tests the heart with nonstop movement and repeated sprints. Learn how to stay safe, hydrated and recover properly in the summer heat.

Atlanta heat wave: Why experts are urging extra caution for kids right now

Children are more vulnerable to extreme heat. Here's how to spot trouble early and respond quickly this summer.

HOLD THAT THOUGHT

4 friendship truths that can preserve your mental health

Healthy friendships take work, but they also require acceptance. These four friendship truths can help protect your mental health and emotional well-being.

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Children’s Healthcare drives $6 billion economic impact, new report finds

A new Georgia Tech report highlights Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta's economic impact and its role as a regional hub for complex pediatric care.

Why humidity makes Atlanta’s heat feel even hotter

It's not just the heat. Learn why Georgia's humidity makes summer feel more intense and how it affects your body's natural cooling system.

Everything you should know about the Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo

The AJC Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo presented by Publix is right around the corner. Get ready to pick up your race number and kick off the world's largest 10K with a bang.

How to avoid dehydration and heat-related illnesses this summer

As another hot summer settles over metro Atlanta, a heat wave expert shares simple ways to protect yourself from heat-related illness.

How the World Cup could inspire better fitness and eating habits

Atlanta fitness and nutrition experts say the World Cup presents a rare opportunity to turn inspiration into lasting healthy habits. All you have to do is start small.