Wellness

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A1C explained: What’s behind the number and why it matters

More than one-third of Georgia adults have prediabetes, and most don’t know it. Here’s what your A1C number means and why it matters.

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Don’t skip leg day: 6 exercises to build stronger legs

From squats to Romanian deadlifts, a Georgia fitness specialist shares six exercises for stronger legs and explains how beginners can work them into their routines.

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GUEST COLUMN

Respiratory virus season coming up. Find protection at your local pharmacy.

Vaccinations offer Georgians protections against deadly viruses like the flu. Georgia experienced a rough and costly respiratory virus season last year.

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Where they stand: Bottoms, Jackson on abortion

Georgia’s restrictive abortion law took effect in 2022 after Roe v. Wade was overturned. Here’s where the candidates for Georgia governor stand on the issue.

6 things to clean in your home right now before fall arrives

A little planning can make your fall routine easier. A cleaning expert shares six things to start tackling now for a fresher, more comfortable home.

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HOLD THAT THOUGHT

How do you want this next season to feel?

Feeling stuck can be a sign it’s time for a change. Here are tips to help you move forward and embrace a new season.

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After her son’s death, a Georgia mom is speaking up about suicide and hope

Ashley Worthey lost her son Mason to suicide. Now, during Suicide Awareness Month, she is using her experience to raise awareness, support others and share a message of hope.

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Feeling stressed? Cuddle with animals at these 5 Georgia experiences.

From alpaca yoga to Highland cow cuddling, these animal experiences offer a feel-good way to relax, reconnect and boost your well-being.

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ERICK ERICKSON

We failed accused Atlanta Beltline killer Johnathan Hamby by keeping him free

Johnathan Hamby, the accused killer of a man on the Atlanta Beltline, could have been helped and his victim could have been spared had he been institutionalized.

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What is an anxiety bag? Gen Z’s ‘panic pouch’ trend, explained.

Anxiety bags, also called panic pouches, are trending among Gen Z. Here’s what they are, what to put inside and how they may help.