2 men charged in alleged counterfeit Ozempic smuggling scheme, DOJ says
Two Indian nationals were charged with allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic in the United States, potentially facing up to 71 years in prison if convicted.
Two Indian nationals were charged with allegedly smuggling and selling counterfeit Ozempic in the United States, potentially facing up to 71 years in prison if convicted.
Hillsborough dengue outbreak: Lee County sends mosquito-spraying helicopters
Three helicopters from the Lee County Mosquito Control District are expected to lift off from Tampa Executive Airport around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday to assist Hillsborough County's mosquito control operations.
Three helicopters from the Lee County Mosquito Control District are expected to lift off from Tampa Executive Airport around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday to assist Hillsborough County's mosquito control operations.
The surprising link between allergies and suicide risk explained
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.
Boy, 11, recovering after going into cardiac arrest during football game: report
A youth football player remains hospitalized and is recovering after suffering a cardiac arrest after a hit to the chest during a game over the weekend.
A youth football player remains hospitalized and is recovering after suffering a cardiac arrest after a hit to the chest during a game over the weekend.
VA releases annual veteran suicide prevention report, prevention remains top clinical priority
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
Suicide prevention continues to be the Department of Veterans Affairs' top clinical priority and the 2026 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decline in suicide rates among veterans enrolled in VA healthcare, but an increase in veterans who are not enrolled in VA healthcare.
DOJ pleads with Supreme Court to save ban on transgender treatments in federal prisons
The Justice Department on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy banning payment for hormone treatments and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
The Justice Department on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy banning payment for hormone treatments and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
NICU admissions: TGH doctors explain rise in newborn care cases
Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admissions have risen across the country — and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has noticed the trend, too.
Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admissions have risen across the country — and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has noticed the trend, too.
ASU hockey players demand discipline for coach after workout left teammate in coma
Seven Arizona State University hockey players allege the team’s head coach Greg Powers downplayed Matthew Mayich's collapse during a workout as the sophomore remains in a coma.
Seven Arizona State University hockey players allege the team’s head coach Greg Powers downplayed Matthew Mayich's collapse during a workout as the sophomore remains in a coma.
Lakeland woman details grueling dengue fever recovery as cases rise
A Polk County woman is sharing her experience with dengue fever as a way to caution people, with dengue cases continuing to rise throughout Florida and in Tampa Bay.
A Polk County woman is sharing her experience with dengue fever as a way to caution people, with dengue cases continuing to rise throughout Florida and in Tampa Bay.
4 simple habits can help slow muscle loss as you age, fitness expert says
A New York-based fitness coach says that beyond GLP-1s, there are several other reasons that adults start losing muscle as they get older.
A New York-based fitness coach says that beyond GLP-1s, there are several other reasons that adults start losing muscle as they get older.
Pinellas County resident dies from Vibrio vulnificus: FDOH
A Pinellas County resident has died from Vibrio vulnificus, according to updated data from the Florida Department of Health.
A Pinellas County resident has died from Vibrio vulnificus, according to updated data from the Florida Department of Health.
Blood pressure medication recalled nationwide after failing 'dissolution specifications'
Over 13,000 bottles of blood pressure medication are the subject of a nationwide recall, according to the FDA.
Over 13,000 bottles of blood pressure medication are the subject of a nationwide recall, according to the FDA.
Doctor warns of potential interactions between GLP-1 drugs and cannabis
A physician and cannabinoid specialist is sounding the alarm on the potential interactions between cannabis and GLP-1s for a small percentage of people who use both.
A physician and cannabinoid specialist is sounding the alarm on the potential interactions between cannabis and GLP-1s for a small percentage of people who use both.
Easy 10-minute exercise may boost mood and sharpen focus, study finds
A new study suggests that 10 minutes of easy exercise may improve mood, alertness and focus.
A new study suggests that 10 minutes of easy exercise may improve mood, alertness and focus.
Common kitchen staple may sharpen your brain, and it only takes 2 tablespoons
New research links a small daily serving of a popular food to better attention, faster thinking and memory.
New research links a small daily serving of a popular food to better attention, faster thinking and memory.
Clearwater releases thousands of mosquitofish to help fight dengue fever
As multiple Tampa Bay area counties declare states of emergencies over rising dengue fever cases, Clearwater is turning to nature for help, releasing thousands of mosquitofish into local lakes to curb the insect population.
As multiple Tampa Bay area counties declare states of emergencies over rising dengue fever cases, Clearwater is turning to nature for help, releasing thousands of mosquitofish into local lakes to curb the insect population.
Popular weight-loss drugs may play surprising role in cancer outcomes
As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.
As GLP-1 medications continue reshaping the treatment of obesity and diabetes, researchers are also investigating whether the drugs could influence cancer risk and outcomes.
VA hospitals across the country earn high ratings for providing quality care to veterans - See which ones
When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.
When it comes to caring for veterans, 87 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals across the country have received high ratings in the latest Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital rankings report.
FDA approves first mRNA flu vaccine, but CDC has yet to recommend it
The FDA has approved mFlusiva, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults ages 50 to 64, but the CDC has not added it to its recommended list amid legal uncertainties and disruptions to the federal vaccine review process.
The FDA has approved mFlusiva, the first mRNA flu vaccine, for adults ages 50 to 64, but the CDC has not added it to its recommended list amid legal uncertainties and disruptions to the federal vaccine review process.
People are ditching their vapes only to pick up another surprising habit
E-cigarettes have long been used as an alternative to traditional smoking, but public health data suggests some adults trying to quit vaping are turning back to cigarettes.
E-cigarettes have long been used as an alternative to traditional smoking, but public health data suggests some adults trying to quit vaping are turning back to cigarettes.