Wellness

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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

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.

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Giddy up! Meet the Atlanta group building community for queer country dancing.

More than 500 people gathered in Atlanta for Hoedown South, a four-day convention celebrating queer country dancing, lessons and community.

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‘Skin care in a can’: How TikTok turned sardines into a viral beauty trend

Sardines are going viral on social media as a skin-care trend. A Georgia expert explains their potential benefits for skin health and what claims may be overblown.

Mosquitoes in DeKalb, Fulton test positive for West Nile virus

Health officials in DeKalb and Fulton counties are urging residents to practice caution after mosquitoes from multiple areas tested positive for West Nile virus.

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Trending ‘stranger session’ photo shoots are helping singles look for love

A new dating trend is bringing strangers together for couples-style photo shoots, and a Georgia photographer has gone viral for her take on the experience.

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What parents need to know about Trump’s proposed changes to childhood vaccines

Georgia doctors are raising concerns about President Trump’s proposed changes to the childhood vaccine schedule and what it could mean for families.

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A BETTER YOU

The right way to argue with someone you love

Disagreements are a normal part of any relationship. Here are five ground rules for handling conflict with your partner in a healthier, more respectful way.