Moffitt breast cancer trial tests immunotherapy to replace chemotherapy
Doctors in Tampa are experimenting with a way to treat breast cancer without chemotherapy.
Doctors in Tampa are experimenting with a way to treat breast cancer without chemotherapy.
Hillsborough County dengue outbreak prompts statewide mosquito-spraying effort
Mosquito control crews from across Florida are helping Hillsborough County fight a dengue fever outbreak that continues to spread across the Tampa Bay area.
Mosquito control crews from across Florida are helping Hillsborough County fight a dengue fever outbreak that continues to spread across the Tampa Bay area.
Tampa General lung transplants: New technology tests donor organ performance
Doctors at Tampa General Hospital are utilizing a device called the XVIVO Lung Perfusion Machine to evaluate donor lungs prior to transplant surgery.
Doctors at Tampa General Hospital are utilizing a device called the XVIVO Lung Perfusion Machine to evaluate donor lungs prior to transplant surgery.
No streaks: Sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for 25 years now available in US
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Americans can now purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been popular in Europe since the 20th century as Neutrogena and other manufacturers release their first products in the U.S. containing bemotrizinol.
Walmart to offer employees hundreds of free medications, including GLP-1s
Walmart is expanding its healthcare perks for its workers to cover more than 250 prescription medications for free. That includes GLP-1 drugs, offering savings.
Walmart is expanding its healthcare perks for its workers to cover more than 250 prescription medications for free. That includes GLP-1 drugs, offering savings.
CVS to pay $315M after settlement in DOJ lawsuit over controlled prescriptions
CVS Pharmacy will pay $315 million to settle federal allegations that the company illegally filled thousands of opioid prescriptions and then sought reimbursement from Medicare and other government health programs.
CVS Pharmacy will pay $315 million to settle federal allegations that the company illegally filled thousands of opioid prescriptions and then sought reimbursement from Medicare and other government health programs.
Amazon Extra Strength Acetaminophen recalled: More than 112,000 bottles affected by discoloration complaints
More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-branded extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after consumers reported discolored pills, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-branded extra-strength acetaminophen are being recalled after consumers reported discolored pills, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, Vatican says
The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. Leo also underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. Leo also underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
Worst Halloween candy for kids’ teeth ranked by pediatric dentists
With Halloween just around the corner, households across the country are bracing for a massive influx of sugar. But pediatric dentists warn that the type of candy kids bring home matters just as much as the quantity eaten.
With Halloween just around the corner, households across the country are bracing for a massive influx of sugar. But pediatric dentists warn that the type of candy kids bring home matters just as much as the quantity eaten.
Rats and mice are the worst in these U.S. cities, new ranking finds
A leading pest control company is breaking down the cities where rats and mice are the most out of control. Terminix ranked the top 50 cities where the company receives the most rodent-related calls, and the top-ranked city likely comes as a shock to no one.
A leading pest control company is breaking down the cities where rats and mice are the most out of control. Terminix ranked the top 50 cities where the company receives the most rodent-related calls, and the top-ranked city likely comes as a shock to no one.
Innocent mistake on long flight could have devastating consequences for travelers
An everyday habit during a long-haul flight could have painful consequences for certain travelers — with a recent case highlighting some serious dangers.
An everyday habit during a long-haul flight could have painful consequences for certain travelers — with a recent case highlighting some serious dangers.
Sexually transmitted diarrhea cases soar in US as infections grow resistant to treatment
A CDC report found that extensively drug-resistant Shigella infections are increasing in the country.
A CDC report found that extensively drug-resistant Shigella infections are increasing in the country.
Rain could worsen Tampa dengue surge as workers canvas 5 neighborhoods
Tampa is sending workers door-to-door Friday in five neighborhoods where dengue cases have been reported, as new state figures show another 36 cases in Hillsborough County and health officials acknowledge they have not yet seen clear evidence that the outbreak is slowing.
Tampa is sending workers door-to-door Friday in five neighborhoods where dengue cases have been reported, as new state figures show another 36 cases in Hillsborough County and health officials acknowledge they have not yet seen clear evidence that the outbreak is slowing.
US sees worst Dengue Fever outbreak since the 1930s, experts say
Florida state health officials say more than 200 people have contracted Dengue Fever, making it the largest outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease in about 90 years.
Florida state health officials say more than 200 people have contracted Dengue Fever, making it the largest outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease in about 90 years.
Acetaminophen sold on Amazon recalled over complaints
Amazon shoppers: check your medicine cabinet. More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-brand Acetaminophen have been recalled, according to the FDA.
Amazon shoppers: check your medicine cabinet. More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-brand Acetaminophen have been recalled, according to the FDA.
Diet soda vs water: Study reveals which beverage is better for weight loss
A new study reveals which is better for weight loss: water or diet drinks.
A new study reveals which is better for weight loss: water or diet drinks.
Fall allergies or a cold? Here’s how to tell what’s making you miserable
As fall settles in across the U.S., millions of Americans may find themselves battling seasonal allergies, colds or the flu — illnesses with overlapping symptoms that can be difficult to tell apart.
As fall settles in across the U.S., millions of Americans may find themselves battling seasonal allergies, colds or the flu — illnesses with overlapping symptoms that can be difficult to tell apart.
More women under 45 are being diagnosed with breast cancer: What doctors want you to know
About 1 in 10 women diagnosed with breast cancer are younger than 45, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS) – and local doctors have noticed the trend, too.
About 1 in 10 women diagnosed with breast cancer are younger than 45, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS) – and local doctors have noticed the trend, too.
Most Americans now in favor of Medicare for All, according to new poll
Public support for Medicare for All reached a new high, with a poll finding over half Americans supporting a single-payer healthcare system.
Public support for Medicare for All reached a new high, with a poll finding over half Americans supporting a single-payer healthcare system.
Study finds higher levels of everyday chemicals in baby teeth of kids with autism
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.
A pilot study from The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center found higher levels of several potentially harmful chemicals in the primary teeth of children with autism compared with children without autism.