DCF report reveals Department’s response to conditions inside unlicensed assisted living facilities
After a visit from sheriff's deputies and healthcare professionals, five residents at unlicensed assisted living homes – operated by Cherish Home Care – were removed due to poor conditions, records show. The owners of those unlicensed assisted living facilities are now facing life in prison for charges relating to defrauding and abusing the elderly.
After a visit from sheriff's deputies and healthcare professionals, five residents at unlicensed assisted living homes – operated by Cherish Home Care – were removed due to poor conditions, records show. The owners of those unlicensed assisted living facilities are now facing life in prison for charges relating to defrauding and abusing the elderly.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visits Tampa General Hospital to launch healthy food pledge
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins visited Tampa General Hospital on Thursday to roll out a nationwide push aimed at transforming how medical facilities feed their patients.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins visited Tampa General Hospital on Thursday to roll out a nationwide push aimed at transforming how medical facilities feed their patients.
Cyclospora outbreak possibly linked to lettuce from Taco Bell supplier: Report
The possible source of the cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce sold by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants, according to a report by The Washington Post.
The possible source of the cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce sold by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants, according to a report by The Washington Post.
Merck's cholesterol pill Lipfendra wins FDA approval
Lipfendra, a new cholesterol pill, offers an alternative to help people reduce their risk of high cholesterol and heart disease.
Lipfendra, a new cholesterol pill, offers an alternative to help people reduce their risk of high cholesterol and heart disease.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Florida cases up to 106; county-by-county breakdown
More than 100 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year, more than half of those cases during the months of June and July, according to the Florida Department of Health.
More than 100 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year, more than half of those cases during the months of June and July, according to the Florida Department of Health.
Hegseth announces annual testosterone deficiency screenings for service members
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced annual testosterone deficiency screenings for service members.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced annual testosterone deficiency screenings for service members.
Blood test could help identify people at high risk for Alzheimer's, study suggests
A blood test may help predict whether healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms within five to 10 years, researchers reported Wednesday.
A blood test may help predict whether healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms within five to 10 years, researchers reported Wednesday.
Tylenol autism lawsuits revived by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court has revived more than 500 lawsuits against Tylenol maker Kenvue, ruling that a lower court improperly excluded expert testimony in cases.
A federal appeals court has revived more than 500 lawsuits against Tylenol maker Kenvue, ruling that a lower court improperly excluded expert testimony in cases.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: More states reporting cases of diarrheal illness
According to CDC data, 34 states are reporting a combined 1,645 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 15, but local and state health data show at least 6,756 cases in 38 states.
According to CDC data, 34 states are reporting a combined 1,645 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 15, but local and state health data show at least 6,756 cases in 38 states.
Notable figures who died from the same heart condition linked to Lindsey Graham's death
Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death has thrown new attention on a rare but often deadly cardiovascular emergency known as aortic dissection.
Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death has thrown new attention on a rare but often deadly cardiovascular emergency known as aortic dissection.
Florida cyclosporiasis cases up to 60: Here's where, when, latest updates
More than 30 states have reported confirmed cases of Cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal infection from a parasite that can sometimes lead to frequent, watery, and explosive diarrhea, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
More than 30 states have reported confirmed cases of Cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal infection from a parasite that can sometimes lead to frequent, watery, and explosive diarrhea, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
Florida AG investigates possible cancer-linked chemical in bread and baked goods
During a press conference in Orlando Monday, Attorney General James Uthmeier issued a stark warning to consumers regarding the shelf-stable baked goods sitting in their grocery carts.
During a press conference in Orlando Monday, Attorney General James Uthmeier issued a stark warning to consumers regarding the shelf-stable baked goods sitting in their grocery carts.
Heart condition tied to Lindsey Graham's death can strike without warning — what to know
Preliminary findings in the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham cite aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Preliminary findings in the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham cite aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Costco issues warning notice for plant due to invasive insect infestation concern
Costco informed shoppers who purchased desert willow plants between June 24 and July 3 that they may carry an invasive insect that threatens vineyards.
Costco informed shoppers who purchased desert willow plants between June 24 and July 3 that they may carry an invasive insect that threatens vineyards.
Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
CDC: Cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries, past US cases linked to imported produce
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries and is most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries and is most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
The best time to talk to your parents about senior care — before it's too late
Most families wait to talk about senior care until an emergency hits, but experts say having those discussions early can lead to better outcomes and less conflict.
Most families wait to talk about senior care until an emergency hits, but experts say having those discussions early can lead to better outcomes and less conflict.
Tampa restaurant listeria outbreak leaves multiple people sick
A growing number of people nationwide are getting sick from a parasitic foodborne illness, drawing intense scrutiny regarding the cleanliness of the food supply.
A growing number of people nationwide are getting sick from a parasitic foodborne illness, drawing intense scrutiny regarding the cleanliness of the food supply.
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer Warrick Dunn hosts charity reunion in Palm Harbor
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Warrick Dunn is joining around 100 single moms and dads and their families at Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor to celebrate nearly three decades of his charity assisting single parents become homeowners.
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Warrick Dunn is joining around 100 single moms and dads and their families at Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor to celebrate nearly three decades of his charity assisting single parents become homeowners.
Cyclosporiasis update: 31 states now investigating diarrheal illness
The CDC is investigating a growing number of cyclosporiasis cases now reported across at least 31 states. Here's the latest.
The CDC is investigating a growing number of cyclosporiasis cases now reported across at least 31 states. Here's the latest.