Wellness

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Former NFL players face their health head-on at Atlanta event

Retired NFL players turn to free screenings in Atlanta to catch lingering injuries and health issues that surface long after their playing days end.

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6 vaccines older adults should discuss with their doctor

Your immune system needs a boost at every stage of life. If you’re 50 or older, this might be the perfect time to check whether any of your vaccines need an update.

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She asked Atlanta to share its good news. The response was overwhelming.

Did you get a new job? Just got accepted into nursing school? Atlanta native and content creator Catherine Catoura is going viral for sharing and celebrating your good news.

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Your new self-care habit costs one stamp

The antidote to screen fatigue costs exactly one stamp. Here's why handwritten letters are trending and how to start your own letter-writing habit.

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Why these Atlantans are spending big bucks on luxury fitness memberships

Atlanta's fitness scene is booming as luxury gyms and studios reshape how young adults socialize, spend and define wellness.

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New robotic tech at Emory offers alternative to surgeries

A joystick-like robot lets Emory doctors guide a tiny wire to blocked blood vessels, offering precise, minimally invasive treatment through a simple pinhole incision.

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Does loving an AI companion sound crazy? You might be closer than you think.

While loving AI may seem foreign to many, AI could have a profound impact on how we relate to one another.

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What the K-beauty revolution reveals about the importance of inclusion

After trying K-beauty products, it's clear their success isn't just skincare. It's a commitment to inclusion that the American industry could learn from.

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Want to live longer? Blue Zone research points to these 5 daily habits

Researchers have spent decades studying Blue Zone communities to understand why certain populations live longer. The answers are surprisingly simple.

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Juicing vs. blending: A dietitian’s guide to which one is right for you

Juicing removes fiber. Blending keeps it. Here’s what that means for your blood sugar, weight loss goals and morning routine, according to experts.

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Eat smart, age well: How simple choices boost health after 50

A mostly plant-based diet with healthy proteins and fats can help you thrive as you age.

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HOLD THAT THOUGHT

4 spring cleaning tasks for your mental health

Spring cleaning isn't just a physical act of dusting and decluttering your home. It can also apply to refreshing our mindset.

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Affordable Care Act turns 16, but Georgia still hasn’t expanded Medicaid

Georgia is one of only 10 states that has not fully expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, and those states' health care outcomes are poorer than the 40 others.

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Georgia weighs ban on synthetic hemp, while expanding medical cannabis

Georgia lawmakers weigh changes to hemp products and medical cannabis in the final days of the legislative session.

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Lots of cavities as a kid? That may be a predictor of poor heart health.

Childhood cavities may signal more than dental trouble. New research links early tooth decay to higher risks of heart disease later in life.

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Start earlier to lower your cholesterol for a healthy heart

Heart disease prevention gets a head start with updated guidelines recommending earlier screenings for adults and children.

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Easter basket ideas your kids will love, without the sugar rush

Looking for non-candy Easter basket ideas? Parenting expert Kimberly McLeod shares fun, affordable and brain-boosting alternatives that kids will love.

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AGING IN ATLANTA

Fun, prizes and more: Event informs seniors on health, estate basics

Did we mention there were prizes and emotional support llamas?

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Sound baths are one of 2026’s biggest wellness trends

From stress relief to deep relaxation, sound baths are on the rise this year. Here’s where to try one in Atlanta and what to expect your first time.

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GUEST COLUMN

Change law to give more Georgia cancer patients access to world-class care

Georgia's Certificate of Need laws are blocking health centers from expanding services across the state. When it comes to cancer, those restrictions should end.