Rep. Vern Buchanan hopes new bill will open up access to Alzheimer’s treatment restricted by CMS
More than 6.7 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and 55-year-old Michelle Hall of Bradenton is one of them.
More than 6.7 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, and 55-year-old Michelle Hall of Bradenton is one of them.
Strep throat infections have spiked above pre-COVID highs, says report: 'We've missed cases'
A doctor says a "recent assault of viruses" could have weakened people's immune systems.
A doctor says a "recent assault of viruses" could have weakened people's immune systems.
'I hear them daily in my allergy clinic': 5 myths debunked about seasonal allergies
Does moving to a new location get rid of allergies? Here are five of the most common myths about seasonal allergies.
Does moving to a new location get rid of allergies? Here are five of the most common myths about seasonal allergies.
Man loses over 200 pounds so he can fulfill dream of enlisting
Down more than 200 pounds, Aaron Schichtl's transformation is only the beginning.
Down more than 200 pounds, Aaron Schichtl's transformation is only the beginning.
Allergy season affecting people longer than usual
If your allergies are still acting up, you’re not alone.
If your allergies are still acting up, you’re not alone.
Tampa Bay law enforcement, Florida Attorney General stress dangers of leaving unused medications around home
Florida’s Attorney General was at the Lakeland Police Department on Thursday to promote National Prescription Take Back Day.
Florida’s Attorney General was at the Lakeland Police Department on Thursday to promote National Prescription Take Back Day.
Cure for grey hair? Scientific discovery could hold key to preserving hair color
NYU researchers conducted a study that finds stem cells stuck in the hair follicle can cause hair to lose color.
NYU researchers conducted a study that finds stem cells stuck in the hair follicle can cause hair to lose color.
Heart tissue that traveled to space may benefit patients on Earth
Human heart tissue took a trip to space and it was all for science.
Human heart tissue took a trip to space and it was all for science.
Biologists invent new microscope inspired by scallops’ eyes to more effectively study organs
The microscope can image samples in any type of liquid, making it a new and more cost-effective approach for researchers studying organs and diagnosing diseases.
The microscope can image samples in any type of liquid, making it a new and more cost-effective approach for researchers studying organs and diagnosing diseases.
Drug-resistant 'superbugs' found in 40% of supermarket meat products, study says
Multidrug-resistant E. coli were found in chicken, turkey, beef, and pork products chosen at random from supermarkets in 2020, according to a Spanish study.
Multidrug-resistant E. coli were found in chicken, turkey, beef, and pork products chosen at random from supermarkets in 2020, according to a Spanish study.
New mRNA cancer vaccine helps cut risk of melanoma recurrence by nearly half, trial finds
A clinical trial from researchers finds that the new experimental vaccine combined with immunotherapy helped lower the chances of melanoma recurring or causing death.
A clinical trial from researchers finds that the new experimental vaccine combined with immunotherapy helped lower the chances of melanoma recurring or causing death.
LifeLink Foundation honors organ donors
Two thousand three hundred luminaries surrounded the LifeLink Foundation near the Selmon Expressway and US-301 to commemorate "blue and green day," which was on April 14th to honor organ donors, recipients, and their families.
Two thousand three hundred luminaries surrounded the LifeLink Foundation near the Selmon Expressway and US-301 to commemorate "blue and green day," which was on April 14th to honor organ donors, recipients, and their families.
Tampa General uses artificial intelligence to help stroke patients regain range of motion
A robot device is using artificial intelligence to help stroke patients regain arm motion at Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital.
A robot device is using artificial intelligence to help stroke patients regain arm motion at Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital.
Newest Walmart Health Center opens in St. Pete
Walmart in South St. Pete is now a one-stop shop, quite literally.
Walmart in South St. Pete is now a one-stop shop, quite literally.
EPA finds cancer risk from sterilization chemical, proposes usage limits
“EPA’s number one priority is protecting people’s health and safety,” EPA Administrator Michael Regan said in a statement.
“EPA’s number one priority is protecting people’s health and safety,” EPA Administrator Michael Regan said in a statement.
‘He’s still alive’: Mother of child with traumatic brain injury from drowning works to help other families
In a matter of minutes, BJ Green's life changed forever. Shakilya Lewis says her then 3-year-old son loved the water.
In a matter of minutes, BJ Green's life changed forever. Shakilya Lewis says her then 3-year-old son loved the water.
Biden ends COVID-19 national emergency after Congress acts
The U.S. national emergency to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic has ended.
The U.S. national emergency to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic has ended.
Norovirus cases on the rise across Bay Area
Bay Area doctors say norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, is on the rise
Bay Area doctors say norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, is on the rise
Can heart failure risk show up on a smartwatch? It's possible, study says
Extra beats in heart rate recordings could mean double the risk of cardiac issues — and more revelations.
Extra beats in heart rate recordings could mean double the risk of cardiac issues — and more revelations.
Polk County providing financial assistance for residents still struggling after COVID-19 pandemic
Polk County is now extending a helping hand to people who have fallen behind on their bills because of COVID-19. Many were knocked down during the pandemic by losing their jobs or working fewer hours continue to get battered in the aftermath.
Polk County is now extending a helping hand to people who have fallen behind on their bills because of COVID-19. Many were knocked down during the pandemic by losing their jobs or working fewer hours continue to get battered in the aftermath.