USDA issues alert for ground beef over possible metal contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a public health alert for certain grass-fed ground beef sold in several states due to possible metal contamination.
Lakeland, Sarasota, and Tampa rank in Top 30 'U.S. Allergy Capitals'
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
David Simon, CEO of Simon Property Group, dies at 64
Simon Property Group said Monday that Chairman and CEO David Simon has died at 64 following a battle with cancer.
Simon Property Group said Monday that Chairman and CEO David Simon has died at 64 following a battle with cancer.
These states rank as the most stressed places in America in 2026, data suggests
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
Americans are experiencing increasing stress fueled by economic uncertainty, workplace demands and social disconnection, according to a new WalletHub report.
These states have the highest number of safe hospitals, according to new report
Healthgrades’ 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognized 438 hospitals across 40 states as among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
Healthgrades’ 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognized 438 hospitals across 40 states as among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.
Over 150,000 COVID-19 deaths went uncounted early in pandemic, study finds
A new study suggests the true early toll of COVID-19 in the U.S. was significantly higher than official counts.
A new study suggests the true early toll of COVID-19 in the U.S. was significantly higher than official counts.
Alcohol linked to rising colon cancer risk as disease becomes leading killer
Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer Society, and experts say alcohol consumption is a significant contributing risk factor.
Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, according to the American Cancer Society, and experts say alcohol consumption is a significant contributing risk factor.
This major city is introducing paid menstrual leave for female public workers
A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.
A major city has introduced a new policy granting female public employees up to two days of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to improve worker well-being and productivity.
Long-term alcohol habit may be tied to a troubling cancer trend, doctors warn
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
Even moderate alcohol consumption is tied to higher colorectal cancer risk over time, researchers say.
RFK Jr. overstepped legal authority on transgender care for minors, judge rules
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled nationwide, FDA says
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Artist that struggled with bipolar disorder inspires exhibit to benefit National Alliance of Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheddar sickens 7 in multiple states
Federal health officials are investigating a multistate E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least seven people.
Federal health officials are investigating a multistate E. coli outbreak that has sickened at least seven people.
DOJ and VA to work together to protect vulnerable veterans
Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Protecting our nation's vulnerable veterans is now the focus of a joint effort by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) thanks to a new memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Susie Wiles reveals breast cancer diagnosis: 'Grateful it was detected early'
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
Judge temporarily blocks federal health officials from reducing vaccine recommendations for children
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
Study suggests Vitamin D may help lower risk of long COVID symptoms
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
Vitamin D supplements may offer researchers a new clue about lingering COVID symptoms that persist after infection, according to a new study.
Bedbug nightmare spreading across South as cases surge in multiple states
Pest control experts are warning spring break travelers in the U.S. to be cautious about bringing bedbugs home after trips.
Pest control experts are warning spring break travelers in the U.S. to be cautious about bringing bedbugs home after trips.
Norovirus outbreak sickens 153 passengers, crew on Caribbean cruise ship
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
More than 150 people onboard a Princess Cruises ship became ill with norovirus during a Caribbean voyage this week, according to the CDC.
Moffitt Cancer Center offers free skin cancer screenings in Tampa: Here's where they're offered
Spring break season is bringing plenty of sunshine to the Tampa Bay area and health experts say it’s also the perfect time to pay attention to skin health.
Spring break season is bringing plenty of sunshine to the Tampa Bay area and health experts say it’s also the perfect time to pay attention to skin health.