University of Florida investigating possible measles exposure after cases reported in Alachua County
The University of Florida said Thursday that it was looking into possible measles exposure in two classes after two cases of measles were reported in Alachua County.
The University of Florida said Thursday that it was looking into possible measles exposure in two classes after two cases of measles were reported in Alachua County.
Smartwatch Health Alerts: Tampa cardiologist shares when to see a doctor
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.
HIV epidemic explodes in popular honeymoon destination as crystal meth use surges
A popular honeymoon destination is the site of the Pacific’s fastest-growing HIV epidemic, with officials pointing to rising meth use as a key driver.
A popular honeymoon destination is the site of the Pacific’s fastest-growing HIV epidemic, with officials pointing to rising meth use as a key driver.
VA using virtual reality headsets to treat Veterans with chronic pain
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is using virtual reality (VR) headsets to treat Veterans dealing with chronic pain that lasts more than three months.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is using virtual reality (VR) headsets to treat Veterans dealing with chronic pain that lasts more than three months.
Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.
FDA: Certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus Sensors recalled after seven deaths, 860 injuries
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now identified the previous recall of certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors as “most serious" and is warning that using the recalled device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now identified the previous recall of certain FreeStyle Libre glucose monitor sensors as “most serious" and is warning that using the recalled device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.
New Mexico Health officials warn against raw milk after newborn dies of listeria
New Mexico health officials are warning residents to avoid raw dairy products after a newborn died from a Listeria infection.
New Mexico health officials are warning residents to avoid raw dairy products after a newborn died from a Listeria infection.
Hillsborough County taps telehealth to tackle non-emergency 911 calls
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue (HCFR) is partnering with telemedicine platform MD Ally to change how the department handles the thousands of non-emergency calls dispatchers receive every year.
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue (HCFR) is partnering with telemedicine platform MD Ally to change how the department handles the thousands of non-emergency calls dispatchers receive every year.
Clearwater woman battles extraordinarily rare ovarian cancer linked to brain tumor tissue
Ainsley Cole, a Dunedin High School graduate and University of South Florida psychology student, is battling an exceptionally rare form of cancer doctors say they may only encounter once in a career.
Ainsley Cole, a Dunedin High School graduate and University of South Florida psychology student, is battling an exceptionally rare form of cancer doctors say they may only encounter once in a career.
Wild blueberries may boost blood vessel function, heart health
A new scientific review suggests that wild blueberries may significantly improve blood vessel function and circulation.
A new scientific review suggests that wild blueberries may significantly improve blood vessel function and circulation.
Moffitt researchers develop algorithm to predict cancer cell evolution
Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center have developed a new tool to predict how cancer cells evolve. By focusing on chromosome configuration, they said their findings show tumors follow measurable rules.
Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center have developed a new tool to predict how cancer cells evolve. By focusing on chromosome configuration, they said their findings show tumors follow measurable rules.
Thousands of cholesterol drug bottles recalled nationwide over manufacturing defects
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Tens of thousands of bottles of cholesterol medication have been recalled nationwide over manufacturing and quality issues that could impact the drug’s potency.
Spanish scientists cure pancreatic cancer in mice in medical breakthrough
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
In a recent study, a team of scientists discovered that a treatment using different medications was found to be effective to eliminate pancreatic cancer in mice.
Hillsborough teacher receives life-saving kidney transplant thanks to fellow teacher: ‘We’re kidney sisters’
A Hillsborough County teacher started the new year with a renewed sense of health and hope, thanks to a fellow educator who answered her call for help.
A Hillsborough County teacher started the new year with a renewed sense of health and hope, thanks to a fellow educator who answered her call for help.
Red Cross: National blood supply at critically low levels after winter storm disrupted blood drives
The Red Cross is continuing to experience a severe blood shortage after the winter storm canceled approximately 500 blood drives across the country. As a result, the Red Cross says more than 15,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected since January 23.
The Red Cross is continuing to experience a severe blood shortage after the winter storm canceled approximately 500 blood drives across the country. As a result, the Red Cross says more than 15,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected since January 23.
Men’s heart attack risk climbs by mid-30s, years before women; here's why
A new study revealed that men may reach cardiovascular heart disease risk significantly earlier than women. Here’s what was found.
A new study revealed that men may reach cardiovascular heart disease risk significantly earlier than women. Here’s what was found.
U.S. life expectancy reached new high in 2024: Here are the leading causes of death
Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.
Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.
State law creating uterine fibroid research database not implemented 4 years later – what 1 lawmaker is doing
Lawmakers approved it, Governor Ron DeSantis signed it, but the law never actually got implemented four years ago to establish the uterine fibroid research database.
Lawmakers approved it, Governor Ron DeSantis signed it, but the law never actually got implemented four years ago to establish the uterine fibroid research database.
What is Nipah virus? Deadly disease has countries in Asia on high alert
The Nipah virus is a deadly disease with no cure and has a mortality rate of between 40%-75%.
The Nipah virus is a deadly disease with no cure and has a mortality rate of between 40%-75%.
Rare genetic mutation linked to anesthesia brain injury in patients with Venezuelan heritage
A mitochondrial DNA mutation passed down through the maternal line in some Venezuelan families has been linked to severe brain injury and death in healthy patients undergoing routine anesthesia.
A mitochondrial DNA mutation passed down through the maternal line in some Venezuelan families has been linked to severe brain injury and death in healthy patients undergoing routine anesthesia.