New 3D-printed ear could be a game-changer for organ transplants, doctors say

A first-of-its-kind ear reconstruction that used a 3D-printed ear made from human cells could be a game-changer for regenerative medicine, doctors say.

People with food allergies may be less likely to catch COVID-19, study finds

Researchers found that self-reported doctor-diagnosed asthma was not a risk factor for infection, nor was upper respiratory allergies or eczema. In addition, food allergies were associated with a lower infection risk.

DOJ asks court to reverse rule lifting requirement for COVID masks on public transportation

The U.S. Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal appeals court to overturn a U.S. District Court judge’s order that declared a government mandate requiring masks on public transportation unlawful, according to a report.

Eating one egg per day may help lower risk of heart disease, study suggests

Eggs are loaded with nutrients, while also containing a high level of dietary cholesterol. The study aimed to dig deeper into egg consumption and heart health.

Tampa Bay considered 'high risk' area as COVID-19 cases continue to spike

Data from the CDC shows more than half of Florida residents are in communities with "high risk" levels of COVID-19. It's the 10th consecutive week infections have gone up.

Monkeypox won't turn into a pandemic, WHO expert believes

Monkeypox is known to spread when there is close physical contact with an infected person, their clothing or bedsheets.

9 Monkeypox cases reported in 7 states, CDC says

Not everyone infected with monkeypox in the United States has traveled abroad, which indicates community spread, the CDC says.

'Just totally unexpected': Unseasonal surge in flu cases leaves many Tampa Bay kids sick

Flu activity across the state is on the rise with cases spiking locally. The unexpected and unseasonal surge in flu cases is making many kids in the Tampa Bay area sick.

'Let the kids lead the way': Talking to children about the Texas school shooting

In the aftermath of the deadly shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, parents are once again having difficult conversations with their children.

COVID-19 rebound reported after Pfizer’s pill Paxlovid, CDC says

A small number of COVID-19 patients are relapsing after taking Pfizer's antiviral pill, raising questions about the drug at the center of the U.S. response effort.

Lennard High School student walks at graduation after suffering stroke more than a year ago

A Lennard High School senior's walk across the stage at graduation has been months in the making. Hailey Highsmith suffered a stroke a little over a year ago, losing her ability to walk and talk, but that didn't stop her.

COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5: Pfizer says 3 small doses offer strong protection

Pfizer says it plans to give the data to U.S. regulators later this week. The 18 million tots under 5 are the only group in the U.S. not yet eligible for COVID-19 vaccination.

2nd presumptive case of monkeypox reported in Florida, officials say

The Florida Department of Health says it is investigating a second "presumptive" positive case of monkeypox, just one day after the first case was reported in Broward County. Health officials are stressing that the risk of exposure remains low and that the cases are isolated.

Theories emerge for mysterious liver illnesses in children

CDC officials last week said they are now looking into 180 possible cases across the U.S. Most of the children were hospitalized, at least 15 required liver transplants and six died.

Hotter nights due to climate change will cost us sleep, study suggests

By the year 2099, hotter “suboptimal temperatures” may reduce sleep by 50 to 58 hours per person each year, according to a new study of adults from around the world.