'Full House' star Dave Coulier warns Americans not to ignore cancer signs

“Full House” star Dave Coulier says early cancer detection saved his life twice, revealing he is now in complete remission after battling two separate cancers in the past two years.

Brad Arnold, founding member and voice of 3 Doors Down, dies at 47

Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.

Controversial weed killer dicamba approved for some GMO crops: What to know

The EPA has reapproved a controversial weed killer for use on two genetically modified crops. Environmentalists fear the chemical will drift and destroy nearby farms, as it has in the past.

National Youth Heart Screening Day
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Registration is  now open for lifesaving screenings in Tampa on National Youth Heart Screening Day.

Pre-hospital blood transfusions possible in Pasco County, giving patients fighting chance

Minutes matter when you’re seriously hurt in an ambulance and in need of blood, but getting that blood quickly replaced doesn’t happen until you reach the hospital.

Florida measles cases: Doctors explain what it means for the community after confirming St. Pete case

Health department officials are closely monitoring the first confirmed case of measles in St. Petersburg after a student at a local high school tested positive for the highly contagious virus.

Smartwatch Health Alerts: Tampa cardiologist shares when to see a doctor

Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.

HIV epidemic explodes in popular honeymoon destination as crystal meth use surges

A popular honeymoon destination is the site of the Pacific’s fastest-growing HIV epidemic, with officials pointing to rising meth use as a key driver.

VA using virtual reality headsets to treat Veterans with chronic pain

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is using virtual reality (VR) headsets to treat Veterans dealing with chronic pain that lasts more than three months.

Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds

Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.

FDA: Certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Sensors recalled after seven deaths, 860 injuries

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now identified the previous recall of certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors as “most serious" and is warning that using the recalled device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.

Hillsborough County taps telehealth to tackle non-emergency 911 calls

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue (HCFR) is partnering with telemedicine platform MD Ally to change how the department handles the thousands of non-emergency calls dispatchers receive every year.

Clearwater woman battles extraordinarily rare ovarian cancer linked to brain tumor tissue

Ainsley Cole, a Dunedin High School graduate and University of South Florida psychology student, is battling an exceptionally rare form of cancer doctors say they may only encounter once in a career.

Wild blueberries may boost blood vessel function, heart health

A new scientific review suggests that wild blueberries may significantly improve blood vessel function and circulation.

Moffitt researchers develop algorithm to predict cancer cell evolution

Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center have developed a new tool to predict how cancer cells evolve. By focusing on chromosome configuration, they said their findings show tumors follow measurable rules. 

Thousands of cholesterol drug bottles recalled nationwide over manufacturing defects

Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.