Worsley has prepped her nursery full of princess clothes and decor, taken every health precaution and even bought her baby’s first Christmas ornament just in time for her bundle of joy’s arrival.
In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers is honoring someone who dedicates their life to helping others.
Are RSV and flu cases on the rise in children as the holiday season begins? WALB’s Jim Wallace sat down with a south Georgia pediatrician who gave some insight into the topic.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is a common virus that can affect people of all ages. Globally, RSV is the second leading cause of death during the first year of a child’s life, after malaria, according to CNN.
The last severe flu season in Georgia was 2017-18, according to Phoebe. During that time, cases peaked in February. This October, Phoebe officials pointed out, is already approaching that peak level from 2018.
Valdosta State University is spreading awareness for breast cancer and disabilities. The “Pink Out” festival is an annual event that encourages students to get tested. WALB was at VSU and talked with students about why this annual event means so much to them.
Experts say on average, nearly 20 people a minute are physically abused by their significant other in the United States. Those that have experienced domestic violence are speaking out to bring awareness to the issue.
New information from the Georgia Department of Corrections and Georgia Department of Public Health (GDPH) confirms a dangerous and hard-to-control bacteria is within the water system at Autry State Prison in Mitchell County.
Kindness, inclusion, acceptance, and Unity is this year’s theme for National Bullying Prevention Month. Dougherty County School System wants parent’s and students to know that tackling bullying is one of their priorities.
The next time someone reaches out to pick up your baby or kiss their cheek, you may want to politely tell them no, as this is one of the most common ways your baby can catch RSV.
Phoebe Sumter Medical Center and Phoebe’s Carlton Breast Health Center announced that they would be offering free mammograms in October in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and women’s overall health.
At Oasis Recovery Center, several people who overcame their substance addiction spoke to WALB News 10 about thier journey to get to a healthy and clean life.
Colquitt Regional Medical Center is expanding its services to include a new behavioral health unit. They want to provide intensive treatment, focusing on patients that are older.
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