New COVID variant has been detected in Florida: CDC
A newly identified COVID-19 variant is being monitored by federal health agencies after spreading to multiple states, including Florida. While early signs are raising some concern, experts say it’s still too soon to fully understand how significant the strain could become.
A newly identified COVID-19 variant is being monitored by federal health agencies after spreading to multiple states, including Florida. While early signs are raising some concern, experts say it’s still too soon to fully understand how significant the strain could become.
FDA warns 2 supplements sold at gas stations pose serious health risks
A new alert from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that consumers should avoid two supplement brands that could pose serious health problems.
A new alert from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that consumers should avoid two supplement brands that could pose serious health problems.
RFK Jr, EPA chief 'declare war' on microplastics amid growing evidence of health risks
Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin are declaring a war on microplastics.
Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin are declaring a war on microplastics.
Wawa recalls iced tea, lemonade, fruit punch over possible milk allergen, 100+ locations affected
Convenience store chain Wawa recalled bottles of iced tea, lemonade, and fruit punch that were sold at more than 100 stores along the East Coast.
Convenience store chain Wawa recalled bottles of iced tea, lemonade, and fruit punch that were sold at more than 100 stores along the East Coast.
Raw cheese maker recalls product “under protest" after FDA alert
A company that makes cheese from raw milk recalled several of its products after the Food and Drug Administration warned of a possible link to multiple E. coli cases.
A company that makes cheese from raw milk recalled several of its products after the Food and Drug Administration warned of a possible link to multiple E. coli cases.
Dee Freeman, actress and Marine veteran, dies at 66
Dolores “Dee" Freeman, a respected actress, writer, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died on April 2, 2026, at age 66 following a battle with cancer.
Dolores “Dee" Freeman, a respected actress, writer, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died on April 2, 2026, at age 66 following a battle with cancer.
Massive eye drop recall: FDA warns of sterility issues in 3 million bottles
The FDA has announced a recall of over 3 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, and more due to potential sterility issues.
The FDA has announced a recall of over 3 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, and more due to potential sterility issues.
Lithia woman's life-changing wellness story spurred by peptides: 'I feel fantastic'
Peptides are being billed as the next big breakthrough in wellness, with more people turning to them for weight loss and anti-aging.
Peptides are being billed as the next big breakthrough in wellness, with more people turning to them for weight loss and anti-aging.
The benefits of peptides
Peptides are being billed as the next big breakthrough in wellness, with more people turning to them for weight loss and anti-aging. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Peptides are being billed as the next big breakthrough in wellness, with more people turning to them for weight loss and anti-aging. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Move over meat: AHA pushes plant-forward protein for heart health
Protein lovers may want to spend a little extra time in the produce aisle if they want to ensure a heart-healthy diet.
Protein lovers may want to spend a little extra time in the produce aisle if they want to ensure a heart-healthy diet.
Check your fridge: FDA warns of E. coli risk linked to Raw Farm-brand cheddar cheese
Cheese lovers may want to check their refrigerators, as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to investigate a multi-state outbreak of E. coli linked to a brand of raw cheddar cheese.
Cheese lovers may want to check their refrigerators, as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to investigate a multi-state outbreak of E. coli linked to a brand of raw cheddar cheese.
Pasco County baby nearly breaks records as one of the longest babies born, 'What a giant'
A Pasco County family is welcoming home a baby girl who is already drawing attention for her remarkable size.
A Pasco County family is welcoming home a baby girl who is already drawing attention for her remarkable size.
Food recalls soar in the last five years - See what states have been impacted the most
Food recalls trended higher over the past five years and now sit 20 percent higher than they were at the start of the decade. On top of that, the most serious type of recall – Class I – is the one growing the fastest.
Food recalls trended higher over the past five years and now sit 20 percent higher than they were at the start of the decade. On top of that, the most serious type of recall – Class I – is the one growing the fastest.
Pig semen eye drops may treat rare childhood eye cancer, study says
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.
Researchers have created experimental eye drops that use a molecule derived from pig semen that could treat a rare form of eye cancer, according to a recent study.
Winter Haven brothers battle rare genetic mutation linked to leukemia
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
Kidney disease may trigger rare, potentially fatal brain virus, study says
A recent case study found a possible new trigger for a dangerous, and sometimes fatal, virus that could be laying dormant in up to 90% of people.
A recent case study found a possible new trigger for a dangerous, and sometimes fatal, virus that could be laying dormant in up to 90% of people.
Kratom poisonings spikes, what you need to know about the herbal drug
An increasingly popular herbal supplement that has already been banned in several states has recently exploded in reported use and led to a massive spike in exposure reports to U.S. poison control centers.
An increasingly popular herbal supplement that has already been banned in several states has recently exploded in reported use and led to a massive spike in exposure reports to U.S. poison control centers.
Healthiest and unhealthiest cities in the US - See where your city ranks
A new WalletHub analysis of more than 180 major U.S. cities finds that where you live can significantly impact your health, sometimes as much as diet and exercise habits.
A new WalletHub analysis of more than 180 major U.S. cities finds that where you live can significantly impact your health, sometimes as much as diet and exercise habits.
Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.
Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.
Sleeping 11 minutes longer each night shows surprising health benefit, study finds
New research suggests that improving heart health may be less about drastic lifestyle changes and more about small, consistent daily habits.
New research suggests that improving heart health may be less about drastic lifestyle changes and more about small, consistent daily habits.