Health
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CDC Reports Record High Increases in STD Infections
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say sexually transmitted diseases have increased by more than 200,000 cases since 2016. This is the fourth consecutive year of large increases. Compared to other states, Georgia ranks in the top five for some of the most common STDs, such as syphilis, chlamydia, and…
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Buying Time: Dog Owners Face Dilemma of Holding on or Letting Go
“Roof!” Enzo growled, chasing his sister Lula through the back yard of their Bogart home. They had done this hundreds of times before, only this time, something was different about him. His coat, speckled with black and brown fur, now had shaven patches throughout it, and as he chased his…
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Pets Help Manage Mental Illness
Students gathered in the school of social work today to display their research on human and animal bonds. Research shows animals may be part of the solution for certain mental health issues. Professor Trisha Reeves, says animals play an important role in many people’s lives. “Our animals are a part…
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Where to Dispose of Unwanted Medicine
If your medicine is expired, unused or just unwanted, you can dispose of the medication at your local police station. A secured collection box is available at the Athens-Clarke-County Police East Precinct and the West Precinct between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.…
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Local Organizations Teach Self-Defense
Knowing a few simple moves can keep you safe from an attack. American Black Belt Academy director Randy McElwee and S.A.F.E. women’s self-defense program coordinator Lindsey Fields teach women how to protect themselves from attacks. If you want to learn some techniques, the American Black Belt Academy has a training…
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Cold Weather Snap Helps Sleep Patterns
One thing people can’t live without is sleep. Although people can trick their bodies and survive off little sleep, the human body does need rest. Everyone has his/her preference on how to sleep and when to do it. Some people may like to sleep in a warm cozy bed, while…
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Grindr Shares User Information
Same-sex dating app, Grindr has admitted to sharing user’s HIV statuses with an outside company. Reporter Natalie Wickstrom takes a look at some of the concerns.
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Piedmont Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield Still At Impasse
Piedmont healthcare’s previous contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia (BCBSGA) expired on March 31st. They were not able to come to an agreement so all physicians and hospitals that were previously in network with Piedmont Healthcare, are no longer covered since April 1. Prior to the contract expiration…
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New Emojis Proposed to Represent People With Disabilities
On March 23, Apple submitted 13 new emojis to the non-profit corporation Unicode Consortium, the organization that reviews the requests for new emoji characters. According to the proposal, the emojis will include a guide dog, a person with a white cane, a deaf sign, an ear with a hearing aid,…
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Transfit Athens Helps Women With Crisis Pregnancies
Transfit Athens is different than most gyms. It works to transform women not only physically but spiritually. The trainers incorporate Christian faith and worship into their personalized exercise programs. Transfit trainer, Shelley Tanner, started Hope 139 House to support pregnant women and new moms who need extra help. The organization…