Multiple Tampa Bay area counties declare local states of emergency as dengue fever cases rise
Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas leaders declared local states of emergency to combat dengue fever as rising mosquito-borne infections and a confirmed death impact the Tampa Bay region.
Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas leaders declared local states of emergency to combat dengue fever as rising mosquito-borne infections and a confirmed death impact the Tampa Bay region.
One daily serving of ultra-processed food linked to higher disease risk
A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
Thyroid medication recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
FDA-endorsed blood test can spot early signs of more than 50 types of cancer, drugmaker says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) endorsed a blood test designed to spot early signs of dozens of cancers despite concerns about how definitive the test’s results may be, the Associated Press reported.
FDA approves Eli Lilly's once-a-week insulin injection for type 2 diabetes treatment
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
Adults with type 2 diabetes will have a new alternative to daily insulin injections now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new once-a-week insulin injection.
‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years ago
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the former airline pilot celebrated worldwide for safely landing US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River in 2009, is taking on a new mission to raise awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
Fall allergy season has gotten longer since 1970: Here's where it's worst
Ragweed allergy season is getting longer thanks to human-induced climate change, a new report says. That's bad news for some 50 million Americans who suffer from fall allergies.
Ragweed allergy season is getting longer thanks to human-induced climate change, a new report says. That's bad news for some 50 million Americans who suffer from fall allergies.
Trump administration halts Obamacare enrollment for 760,000, citing suspected fraud
The Trump administration is halting Obamacare enrollment for more than 760,000 people it believes were fraudulently signed up, a move Vice President JD Vance said could save taxpayers $2.2 billion.
The Trump administration is halting Obamacare enrollment for more than 760,000 people it believes were fraudulently signed up, a move Vice President JD Vance said could save taxpayers $2.2 billion.
Former IMG student, college volleyball player dies of rare blood disorder at 20: 'A beautiful soul'
The family of a college volleyball player is deep in mourning after Amanda Mack, 20, died of a rare blood disorder in Tampa.
The family of a college volleyball player is deep in mourning after Amanda Mack, 20, died of a rare blood disorder in Tampa.
New study offers possible explanation for ‘mommy brain’ during pregnancy
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Scientists may have found a biological explanation for "pregnancy brain." Here's what to know.
Florida Attorney General targets insulin, diabetes-related drug prices in new lawsuit
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is targeting insulin and diabetes-related drug prices in a new lawsuit against three big manufacturers.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is targeting insulin and diabetes-related drug prices in a new lawsuit against three big manufacturers.
Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi reveals she’s cancer-free months after diagnosis
“Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she is cancer-free after successful surgery, sharing on social media that she must "take it easy" while continuing her recovery.
“Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she is cancer-free after successful surgery, sharing on social media that she must "take it easy" while continuing her recovery.
GLP-1 drugmakers sued over sudden vision loss risk: Reports
A civil lawsuit has been filed against GLP-1 drugmakers over the potential risk of sudden vision loss, according to multiple reports.
A civil lawsuit has been filed against GLP-1 drugmakers over the potential risk of sudden vision loss, according to multiple reports.
Polk State College grad invents self-bathing machine after grandmother's death
A Polk State College graduate created an autonomous self-bathing machine designed to transform the cleaning process at nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
A Polk State College graduate created an autonomous self-bathing machine designed to transform the cleaning process at nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Mosquito species previously found only in Mexico discovered in U.S.
Scientists with the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) discovered a non-native mosquito species in the U.S. that was previously only recorded in Mexico.
Scientists with the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) discovered a non-native mosquito species in the U.S. that was previously only recorded in Mexico.
Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
A woman’s geographical location plays a critical role in shaping her financial prospects, healthcare access, and overall well-being based on findings in a new report.
Popular South Pacific destination declares HIV emergency as infections surge 12-fold
A popular South Pacific destination has declared a national HIV emergency after infections surged dramatically, with one in 60 adults now living with the virus.
A popular South Pacific destination has declared a national HIV emergency after infections surged dramatically, with one in 60 adults now living with the virus.
Nearly 3 in 4 Americans are battling the same exhausting health problem, CDC reveals
More than seven in 10 U.S. adults experienced fatigue during a three-month period, according to a 2024 CDC survey of roughly 27,000 people. T
More than seven in 10 U.S. adults experienced fatigue during a three-month period, according to a 2024 CDC survey of roughly 27,000 people. T
Dengue fever-related death reported in Hillsborough as mosquito treatments continue
More than 130 cases of dengue have been reported in Hillsborough County, making up 88% of the state’s total infections, according to most recent data from Florida health officials.
More than 130 cases of dengue have been reported in Hillsborough County, making up 88% of the state’s total infections, according to most recent data from Florida health officials.
3 dead in rare ‘airport malaria’ outbreak near major travel hub
Three people have died and at least four others have contracted malaria in a rare outbreak believed to be linked to infected mosquitoes transported aboard flights to a major airport.
Three people have died and at least four others have contracted malaria in a rare outbreak believed to be linked to infected mosquitoes transported aboard flights to a major airport.