Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:45:44 GMT
Colon cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer. It's the second deadliest disease, but it's entirely preventable! A local man has been fighting it for years.
Colon cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer. It's the second deadliest disease, but it's entirely preventable! A local man has been fighting it for years.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:57 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:57:08 GMT
A local couple met on the Fourth of July several years ago. Now that they're planning their wedding, they're trying to re-spark the fireworks. How they plan to do that may surprise you, and it all has
A local couple met on the Fourth of July several years ago. Now that they're planning their wedding, they're trying to re-spark the fireworks. How they plan to do that may surprise you, and it all has
Friday, May 17 2013 2:36 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:36:10 GMT
Something magical is happening on the ice at Sugar Land Ice and Sports Arena.
Something magical is happening on the ice at Sugar Land Ice and Sports Arena. A group of children with autism, and others with chromosomal and mental disorders, is learning social interaction, physical endurance, and self assurance in the ice rink.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:46:30 GMT
Plastic surgeons all across the country were recently surveyed about plastic surgery trends. The results showed a staggering 31 percent increase in requests for surgery because of social media photo sharing.
Plastic surgeons all across the country were recently surveyed about plastic surgery trends. The results showed a staggering 31 percent increase in requests for surgery because of social media photo sharing.
Monday, May 6 2013 11:32 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:32:50 GMT
A pair of brothers from the Texas town of Porter are like most teens. They like to play video games, watch TV, hang out with their pets, but they have a lot more responsibilities and burdens than most.
A pair of brothers from the Texas town of Porter are like most teens. They like to play video games, watch TV, hang out with their pets, but they have a lot more responsibilities and burdens than most. Both of them rely on a heart pump to keep them alive.
We were thrilled when we had the opportunity to make the announcement on air at FOX 26 that a diabetic alert dog could be a very real possibility for a local family in need. It all started with the dream of the owners of...
We were thrilled when we had the opportunity to make the announcement on air at FOX 26 that a diabetic alert dog could be a very real possibility for a local family in need. It all started with the dream of the owners of...
The 11th Annual Children at Risk Golf Classic, hosted by FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson, was a huge success! The event took place at The Woodlands Country Club on the tournament course.
The 11th Annual Children at Risk Golf Classic, hosted by FOX 26 anchor Melissa Wilson, was a huge success! The event took place at The Woodlands Country Club on the tournament course.
This FOX 26 Morning News Extra special focuses on everything alternative health. INSIDE: Watch all 9 segments.
This FOX 26 Morning News Extra special focuses on everything alternative health. INSIDE: Watch all 9 segments.
ACWORTH, Ga. -
The connection between music and language is helping a young stroke survivor fill in the missing pieces in his life.
It's been a long road for Nicki, Avery and Steven Eubanks. As Avery, their oldest son, was growing up, doctors told the Eubanks that a narrowing in Avery's carotid arteries left him at risk of a having a stroke.
On Dec. 13th, the Allatoona High School senior began acting disoriented.
"Anybody else, I think we would've said, sleep longer, maybe they're just coming down with something. But with him, we were always nervous, and everything, we have to really pay attention to those kinds of things. So the first thing we thought of was, ‘He probably had a stroke,'" said Nicki Eubanks.
The Eubanks, unfortunately, were correct. A major stroke had damaged the left side of Avery's brain, which controls his speech and much more.
"He couldn't walk, he couldn't move the right side of his body, he couldn't swallow," Nicki Eubanks said.
Avery struggled to make words come out after the stroke. It's a condition called aphasia, the loss of the ability to speak and process what others are saying.
One of the first words to come back to him was "Mom."
"Everybody is mom. Dad is mom. The dogs are mom. Everybody is mom at this point," Nicki Eubanks said.
The hospital that saved Avery had a stroke rehabilitation program for older folks, not teenagers.
"The things they gave us to help communicate, they were pictures, pictures of dentures and walkers and things that he had no idea what they were. Hearing aids. He's 18 years old," said Nicki Eubanks.
So the Eubanks went to Shepherd Center, looking for a program that would challenge Avery. He's now an outpatient at Shepherd Pathways in Decatur, where music specialist Thomas Miller is trying to help his brain reawaken and rewire itself.
Once a week for an hour Avery and Thomas work together. Slowly -- sometimes spontaneously -- the words are coming back.
"So as he starts to remember a song that he sang, a chorus, he just comes right out and sings the chorus. He's not thinking about it. His brain is not having to think about what word to say, how to make his mouth move," Steven Eubanks said.
Slowly, Avery's parents can see him making progress.
"I think it's got to be very difficult on him, not being able to talk. And knowing that he can just automatically be able to pop a word out that just comes out of nowhere, a complicated word, it gives him confidence he can say it," said Steven Eubanks.
Avery Eubanks has a long way to go, but his parents are hoping the music will bring him back.
Speech pathologist Lateia Scott says when patients first join the Pathways program, they start with simple songs like "Happy Birthday." Gradually they move on to more complex songs.
Avery spends about 20 hours a week at Shepherd Pathways. Music therapy is just one hour a week, but it's his favorite hour.
Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Health officials are investigating cases involving patients who suffered complications after being injected with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:27 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:27:37 GMT
Summer in Georgia means mosquitoes—and lots of them. Even if you're just stepping outdoors for a few minutes, you need to protect yourself. But how do you pick the right bug repellent?
Summer in Georgia means mosquitoes—and lots of them. Even if you're just stepping outdoors for a few minutes, you need to protect yourself. But how do you pick the right bug repellent?
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:20 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:20:11 GMT
Memorial Day weekend – the unofficial start of summer – is just days away. Thousands of Georgians are planning to fly somewhere, which is great, unless flying panics you.
Memorial Day weekend – the unofficial start of summer – is just days away. Thousands of Georgians are planning to fly somewhere, which is great, unless flying panics you.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:51:47 GMT
Chances are your child or someone in your child's class has at least one food allergy.
Chances are your child or someone in your child's class has at least one food allergy. A study by the CDC released last week shows that one in every 20 kids is dealing with food allergies. It's a challenge, but doctors say it's important that kids get diagnosed and treated.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:17:24 GMT
When it comes to talking to doctors, a lot of us aren't exactly shooting straight. In fact, one survey found that almost 30 percent of patients admit to lying to their physician.
When it comes to talking to doctors, a lot of us aren't exactly shooting straight. In fact, one survey found that almost 30 percent of patients admit to lying to their physician. So, how much does your doctor really need to know?
Monday, May 20 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:03:26 GMT
Sutton Burnett's blog began as a way to share her story with friends and family. It's grown into something much deeper.
Drop in on your friend's Facebook pages and blogs and you'll probably see a lot of photos of their kids. Sutton Burnett's blog began as a way to share her story with friends and family. It's grown into something much deeper.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:28:40 GMT
Melanoma is considered the deadliest form of skin cancer. A veteran dermatologist says he used to see three to five melanomas a year. Now, he says, he sees that many in a week!
Melanoma is considered the deadliest form of skin cancer. A veteran dermatologist says he used to see three to five melanomas a year. Now, he says, he sees that many in a week!
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:00:47 GMT
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows millions of American kids suffer from mental health problems. Experts believe as many as 20 percent of American children are affected.
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows millions of American kids suffer from mental health problems. Experts believe as many as 20 percent of American children are affected.
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