Dormant cancers can be reawakened by flu, COVID: Study

A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.

Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children

The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Mosquito bite spreads dengue fever to Hillsborough County resident for first time this year

A confirmed case of locally acquired dengue fever in Hillsborough County has sparked an urgent public health response, with county officials and the Florida Department of Health warning residents to take precautions against mosquitoes.

Kennedy Jr. may not target pesticides, processed foods,  'MAHA' draft report shows

The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.

FDA warns Americans to avoid certain popular sunscreen products

Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.

Expectant mom claims bacteria from raw milk sold by Florida dairy led to miscarriage

A Seminole County woman filed a lawsuit against Keely Farms Dairy. She claims raw milk from the farm in New Smyrna Beach sent her son to the hospital and caused her to lose her unborn baby.

Study reveals 1 quick thing kids can do to boost their test scores

New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.

Kellogg's signs deal to remove toxic dyes from cereals

Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.

Bay Area NICU nurse uncovers fake car seats designed for dolls being sold to unsuspecting families

A Tampa Bay area NICU nurse has uncovered a dangerous counterfeit product putting newborns at risk: Infant car seats designed for dolls, sold to unsuspecting families as the real thing.

ChatGPT dietary advice sends man to hospital with dangerous chemical poisoning

Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.

Florida AG Uthmeier taking emergency action against new synthetic drug, 7-OH

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Wednesday during a press conference in Tampa that his office is taking emergency action to prohibit "7-hydroxymitragynine" – often called "7-OH", in the state of Florida.

Popular weight-loss drugs could increase risk of developing eye conditions, vision loss, research suggests

One study found a modest risk of developing non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAOIN), a rare eye condition that can lead to sudden vision loss due to lack of blood flow.