Health
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Things to Remember about HIV/AIDS
By: Damian C. Reynolds Charlie Sheen announced early Tuesday morning that he has the HIV/AIDS virus. Here are five things AIDS Athens wants you to remember about HIV/AIDS: \t AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a medical condition. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is the virus that causes AIDS. People develop AIDS because HIV…
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‘Smokeout’ Tobacco Event to be Held on Thursday
By: Shannon Basford On Thursday, November 19th, The American Cancer Society will challenge tobacco users to quit their habits in The Great American Smokeout. The Smokeout is an event that falls on the third Thursday of November every year to educate smokers on the dangers of tobacco use and why…
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Stress Awareness Day
By Savannah Brock Stress is a six letter word that many know far too well. Nov. 4 is national Stress Awareness Day. Stress is a health condition that can have both positive and negative effects on people. According to the American Psychological Association there are five tips for people to help manage…
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The Movember Foundation is Raising Awareness for Healthier Men
By Adriana Vicuna The Movember Foundation is making a mustache movement throughout the month of November as part of its global charity to raise awareness for men to live longer and happier lives. Year-round, the group partners with men’s health organizations to teach men about the biggest health issues that are…
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Daylight Savings Affects Your Hhealth
By: Mary Grace Shaw Daylight Savings ends this Sunday, but what does that mean for your health? The extra hour added to the day could benefit your mind. Dr. Philip Holmes, a University of Georgia professor of neuroscience, talked with Grady Newsource about how Daylight Savings effects the mind. Holmes says…
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Program Offers Free Beauty Workshop for Cancer Patients
By Janai James A hands-on 2 hour group workshop called Look Good Feel Better for women going through chemotherapy or radiation treatment is being offered. It will be held on Monday Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. It is being sponsored by the American Cancer Society at the The…
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Breaking: Georgia Flu Levels Back Down
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control coming out tomorrow will show that Georgia is back on the same level as the rest of the country in terms of number of people going to the doctor with flu-like symptoms. According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, 374…
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Pink Week Raises Money for Breast Cancer Awareness
By Abby Jessen One UGA sorority estimates that it raised more than $12,000 for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Zeta Tau Alpha ended its annual Pink Week on Oct. 11 with its Paint the Town Pink 5k. The 5k followed Tate Plaza awareness days and percentage nights at Smoothie King and Cheeky Peach.…
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Grady Newsource Explains: Avian Influenza’s Potential Impact in Georgia
Written by: Valerie Burgos A new strain of avian influenza has state officials concerned about its potential impact on Georgia’s $25 billion poultry industry. When the outbreak first occurred in January 2015, the Iowa poultry industry lost $427,000 in production and 8,500 jobs, according to A. Bruce Webster, a University of Georgia professor of poultry…
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Preparing for Affordable Care Act Information Session Today
Here’s what you need to know before you go to the Affordable Care Act Information Session at Nuçi’s Space in Athens today. Step 1: Contact the healthcare provider you intend to use and ask which insurance they take; ensure you get on the right plan for your needs. Bring this…