In this week’s iHeard survey, Atlanta residents identified mental health as the city’s most pressing health challenge, with 36% selecting it as a top concern—surpassing other major issues such as sexually transmitted infections (26%) and gun violence (22%). Key Findings: Not in the Top 10: Extreme weather, high blood pressure, harmful chemicals, stroke, respiratory infections, […]
Category Archives: iHeard Atlanta
ATLMed News, Flu Vaccine, iHeard Atlanta
Most Atlanta Adults Say the Flu Vaccine Is Safe and Effective
27
Jul
Jul
A new multi-state survey reveals encouraging news about flu vaccine attitudes in Atlanta. More than 4 in 5 Atlanta adults say the flu vaccine is both safe (83%) and effective (81%) — signaling strong support as the 2025–2026 flu season approaches. Why Atlantans Choose to Get Vaccinated When asked about their motivation for flu vaccination: […]
ATLMed News, iHeard Atlanta, Mental HEalth
New Atlanta, Let’s Talk: Mental Health Support Is Just 3 Digits Away
12
Jul
Jul
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to the unique mental health challenges faced by communities of color. In Atlanta, this conversation is more urgent than ever. A recent survey found that over 60% of Atlanta adults say their mental health is worsening, and more than half don’t know […]
ATLMed News, Food Dye, iHeard Atlanta
New Natural Food Dyes Approved by FDA: What Atlanta Consumers Should Know
25
Jun
Jun
Food dyes have been making headlines—and for good reason. Last month, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved three new food colorants made from natural sources, marking a significant shift in how food gets its color. And Atlantans are paying attention: 42% of Atlanta adults surveyed said they had heard about the new approvals […]
ATLMed News, Health Watch, iHeard Atlanta, Uncategorized
Tick Season in Atlanta: What You Need to Know
21
Jun
Jun
Tick season runs from April to October, and while nearly 100 tick species exist in the U.S., only a few bite humans and spread disease. We asked Atlanta residents how they’re preparing for tick season—and uncovered some surprising insights. Most Atlanta Adults Have Not Found a Tick Only 12% of Atlanta residents reported that they […]