Florida targets treatment for transgender youths
The Florida Department of Health released guidance that said treatment such as puberty-blocking medication and hormone therapy should not be used for transgender youths.
The Florida Department of Health released guidance that said treatment such as puberty-blocking medication and hormone therapy should not be used for transgender youths.
COVID-19 re-infection can happen sooner than you think, CDC study says
Previous COVID-19 infections may not protect you for long against new variants of the disease, a new CDC study says.
Previous COVID-19 infections may not protect you for long against new variants of the disease, a new CDC study says.
Federal mask mandate appeal depends on CDC, Biden administration says
Major airlines and airports in places like Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles and Salt Lake City quickly switched to a mask-optional policy.
Major airlines and airports in places like Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles and Salt Lake City quickly switched to a mask-optional policy.
Manatee Technical College offers fast track to success for students looking for career change
Manatee Technical College is working to put students looking for a career change on the fast track to success. Many of the future employees' careers were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Manatee Technical College is working to put students looking for a career change on the fast track to success. Many of the future employees' careers were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fliers, subway riders shed masks after transit mandate lifted: 'Feel free to burn them'
The major airlines and busiest airports rushed to drop their requirements, but many sided with the CDC in recommending that people be voluntarily masked.
The major airlines and busiest airports rushed to drop their requirements, but many sided with the CDC in recommending that people be voluntarily masked.
Mask mandates: Here's where face coverings are still enforced in public settings
A decision by a federal judge in Florida to throw out a national mask mandate in public transportation across the U.S. has created a patchwork of rules that vary by location.
A decision by a federal judge in Florida to throw out a national mask mandate in public transportation across the U.S. has created a patchwork of rules that vary by location.
Uber will no longer require masks after Florida judge strikes down CDC mask mandate
After nearly two years, Uber announced riders and drivers are no longer required to wear masks when using the ride-sharing service.
After nearly two years, Uber announced riders and drivers are no longer required to wear masks when using the ride-sharing service.
Tampa International Airport lifts mask mandate after TSA removes rule
After a federal judge in Tampa struck down the federal mask mandate, Tampa International Airport will no longer require masks and face coverings.
After a federal judge in Tampa struck down the federal mask mandate, Tampa International Airport will no longer require masks and face coverings.
These major U.S. airlines are dropping mask requirements
These major airlines are planning to drop mask mandates for its passengers going in and out of LAX.
These major airlines are planning to drop mask mandates for its passengers going in and out of LAX.
White House: Federal transportation mask mandate 'not in effect at this time'
The TSA said it will no longer enforce mask-wearing on public transportation after a federal judge in Florida voided the mandate.
The TSA said it will no longer enforce mask-wearing on public transportation after a federal judge in Florida voided the mandate.
Teen cancer survivor says disease ‘unlocked’ his inner artist
Wesley Culver, 17, says he credits his unfortunate medical ordeal in helping him find new talent — one that helps bring joy to other people, too
Wesley Culver, 17, says he credits his unfortunate medical ordeal in helping him find new talent — one that helps bring joy to other people, too
100 people with rare cancers who attended same NJ high school demand answers
By April 11, Al Lupiano had heard from more than 100 former Colonia High School attendees who had been diagnosed with rare cancers.
By April 11, Al Lupiano had heard from more than 100 former Colonia High School attendees who had been diagnosed with rare cancers.
'Magic mushrooms' for therapy? Veterans helping sway conservatives
The medicinal use of hallucinogenic mushrooms is making inroads in U.S. states as military veterans advocate for the therapeutic value of psychedelic drugs.
The medicinal use of hallucinogenic mushrooms is making inroads in U.S. states as military veterans advocate for the therapeutic value of psychedelic drugs.
'A game changer': UF researchers help develop 30-second COVID test
A team of University of Florida researchers said a new device can give COVID-19 test results in 30 seconds. The process is like a glucose test, you put a sensor strip in your mouth, and then the device tests the saliva.
A team of University of Florida researchers said a new device can give COVID-19 test results in 30 seconds. The process is like a glucose test, you put a sensor strip in your mouth, and then the device tests the saliva.
1st COVID-19 breath test given emergency use authorization by FDA
The Food and Drug Administration has issued an emergency use authorization for what it says is the first device that can detect COVID-19 in breath samples.
The Food and Drug Administration has issued an emergency use authorization for what it says is the first device that can detect COVID-19 in breath samples.
Gov. DeSantis signs 15-week abortion ban into Florida law
Florida doctors soon will be barred from performing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, as Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday signed a measure that closely resembles a Mississippi law under review by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Florida doctors soon will be barred from performing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, as Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday signed a measure that closely resembles a Mississippi law under review by the U.S. Supreme Court.
COVID-19 booster: Pfizer to seek extra shot for healthy kids 5 to 11
Pfizer said new data shows its kid-sized COVID-19 booster could help healthy elementary-aged children rev up virus-fighting antibodies and plans to seek authorization soon.
Pfizer said new data shows its kid-sized COVID-19 booster could help healthy elementary-aged children rev up virus-fighting antibodies and plans to seek authorization soon.
Yelp will cover travel expenses for employees seeking abortions
Yelp will cover the travel expenses of employees who must travel out of state for abortions.
Yelp will cover the travel expenses of employees who must travel out of state for abortions.
Global COVID-19 cases and deaths fall for 3rd consecutive week, WHO says
WHO said the decreases “should be interpreted with caution” as numerous countries where COVID is starting to subside have also dismantled testing programs.
WHO said the decreases “should be interpreted with caution” as numerous countries where COVID is starting to subside have also dismantled testing programs.
Florida judge tosses challenge to state's abortion waiting period
Women will have to wait 24 hours before getting an abortion under a ruling by a Florida judge, who said the waiting period "is the minimum time needed to sleep on such an important decision."
Women will have to wait 24 hours before getting an abortion under a ruling by a Florida judge, who said the waiting period "is the minimum time needed to sleep on such an important decision."