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What is Jewish about Medical Marijuana?
By Robyn Spizman Gerson
Robyn Spizman remembers her late cousin, Mona Freedman Taft, who lobbied Georgia state lawmakers on behalf of patients seeking legal access to medical marijuana.
January 17, 2022, 10:06 am
COVID-19’s Toll on Jewish Atlanta
The rate of increase in new cases is rivaling — and in some areas exceeding — the Jan. 21 peaks, both statewide and in the metro area.
By Dave Schechter
There’s not a cow in sight at this new $50-million-dollar plant in California, which can produce 400,000 lbs. a year.
January 17, 2022, 10:04 am
The Future of Meat
New techniques for producing real meat in a lab without much help from cows and chickens is moving closer to reality.
By Bob Bahr
Research in the United States and Israel points to the potential use of medical marijuana compounds in the treatment of autism.
January 17, 2022, 8:24 am
Autism Researchers See Promise in Medical Marijuana
Early studies find some optimism for the use of marijuana derivatives to provide help for families coping with the difficult condition.
By Bob Bahr
January 17, 2022, 8:23 am
What is Jewish about Medical Marijuana?
Robyn Spizman remembers her late cousin, Mona Freedman Taft, who lobbied Georgia state lawmakers on behalf of patients seeking legal access to medical marijuana.
By Robyn Spizman Gerson
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) noted a rise in anxiety diagnoses from 2020 to 2021.
January 17, 2022, 8:20 am
Are Anxiety and Depression Getting Worse?
National studies, therapists and affected individuals paint a perplexing picture of life in the age of the pandemic.
By Chana Shapiro
The Blank stuttering clinic will eventually be housed at the Arthur Blank Children’s Hospital being built by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
January 17, 2022, 8:19 am
Blank Donates $12M For Atlanta Stuttering Center
The new gift is on top of $200 million donated to Texas stuttering treatment and research facility.
By Bob Bahr
Studies show that young adults in Israel have lower rates of food allergies.
January 17, 2022, 8:18 am
The Secret to Raising Allergy-Free Kids
Zoe Glade explains how statistics prove that food allergies have increased and offers ways for better outcomes.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Actor Gary Sinise has joined Bernie Marcus to address PTSD in vets.
January 17, 2022, 8:17 am
Marcus and Blank Foundations Aid Veterans with PTSD
The $40 million dollar initiative announced last year has maintained its momentum despite the effects of the COVID pandemic.
By Bob Bahr
Duke with his family at their 42nd annual Thanksgiving gathering in Hilton Head.
January 17, 2022, 8:16 am
Dr. Duke’s Recipe for Healthy Family Traditions
Emory professor Marshall Duke speaks to the importance of family rituals and passing on generational stories…even during the pandemic.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Muscle cramps can be a sudden and excruciating experience.
January 17, 2022, 8:14 am
How to Reduce Painful Muscle Cramps
Neurologist David Williams and gynecologist Eva Arkin share tips for dealing with muscle cramps.
By Robyn Spizman Gerson
“My takeaway is that women’s fitness has progressed a lot,” said author Danielle Friedman. // Credit: Lindsay May for Classic Kids Photography.
January 17, 2022, 8:10 am
Local Author Highlights History of Women’s Exercise
Jewish women were among pioneers of female physical fitness evolution.
By Jan Jaben-Eilon
Green offers clients a variety of wigs: synthetic, real hair and various blends.
November 12, 2021, 2:02 pm
Hair That Touches Hearts
Jennifer Green sells, customizes and styles wigs for the medical and religious women all with her special talent and caring ingredients.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Robotic brain surgery may be one of the new frontiers for the emerging technology.
November 12, 2021, 1:59 pm
Robotic Surgery May Revolutionize Medical Care
Major manufacturer of robotic surgical systems plans $500 million dollar expansion in Peachtree Corners.
By Bob Bahr
November 12, 2021, 1:48 pm
Headache Triggers and Treatments
Dr. Gavin Brown and Cheryl Orlansky weigh in on the latest in headache causes and cures.
By Robyn Spizman Gerson
Terry Segal
November 30, 2020, 10:23 am
Kislev: G-d’s Light Hidden and Revealed
G-d created the world and then hid the light. It’s up to us to find it.
By Terry Segal
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