Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
Combination of medication, diet could reverse type 2 diabetes, study finds
A recent study suggests that type 2 diabetes can be reversed through a combination of calorie reduction, physical activity, and the diabetes drug dapagliflozin, offering new hope for patients.
H5N9 bird flu outbreak: New virus strain detected on California farm
The H5N9 strain of avian influenza is much more rare than the H5N1 which has been responsible for most of the reported human cases and the first human death.
Flu season hitting Tampa Bay area hard, doctors say: 'It's exploding'
Flu cases are soaring in Bay Area emergency rooms.
Feeling extra tired? This virus could be the culprit, study suggests
Cases of chronic fatigue syndrome are 15 times higher than pre-pandemic.
Pfizer to pay nearly $60M over kickbacks for migraine drug once promoted by Lady Gaga
The pharmaceutical giant Pfizer will pay nearly $60 million to resolve charges that a company it acquired paid kickbacks over a migraine drug.
CIA says lab leak favored as likely COVID origin
The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most likely originated from a lab. Here’s what to know about the declassified document released Saturday
Alabama woman becomes longest living recipient of pig organ transplant
Towana Looney, an Alabama woman who received a gene-edited pig kidney transplant, has surpassed two months post-surgery, making her the longest living recipient of such a transplant.
Bay Area doctors warn of rise in contagious illnesses ahead of Gasparilla
It's that time of year: highly contagious illnesses like the flu, COVID-19 and Norovirus are spreading in the Tampa Bay area just in time for Saturday's Gasparilla Pirate Fest.
New Port Richey man gets heart transplant after setbacks
A New Port Richey man became the 100th heart transplant recipient, and first heart transplant of the year, at a Largo hospital.
City of Lakeland to hear from public before deciding on fluoride in water supply
The City of Lakeland is now the latest city in Polk County considering whether to discontinue adding fluoride to its water supply.
'A huge advantage to us:' Sarasota County Fire Department to carry whole blood
When emergency crews arrive to a traumatic scene, time is ticking. And for those who are losing blood, every second counts. That's why the Sarasota County Fire Department will soon be carrying whole blood.
Stressed teens earn less money as adults, study finds
Teens dealing with stress tend to struggle as they enter the labor force as young adults, which can affect their pay, according to a study.
Bird flu on the rise in U.S., could be concern for humans
The recent rise in egg prices is being linked to the ongoing spread of bird flu, a virus primarily affecting chickens and other poultry.
Surgeon says insurance provider contacted her during patient's surgery
“I can’t believe this is happening." A Texas surgeon was performing surgery when she received an unexpected call from the patient’s insurance provider.
Report: Cancer deaths down, increase in young, middle-aged women developing cancer
The American Cancer Society released a new report on Thursday finding cancer deaths are dropping, but that progress is being hindered by an increase in young and middle-aged women developing cancer.
FDA proposes putting nutrition labels on the front of food packages
The FDA proposes front-of-package nutrition labels to help consumers quickly identify levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars in packaged foods.
What will replace Red Dye No. 3 in your favorite snacks and drinks?
With Red Dye No. 3 banned, manufacturers are exploring natural alternatives like beet juice. Here’s what you need to know about the changes ahead.
‘Red 3’ banned: Health experts hope for more focus on what people put into their bodies
A day after the Food and Drug Administration announced it's banning a food coloring called "Red 3," health experts hope this will cause more people to focus more on what they're putting into their bodies.
Dunedin art exhibit trying to break down stigma by highlighting addicts' stories
A new exhibition at the Dunedin Fine Art Center, ‘Faces of Addiction,’ hopes to eliminate the stigma and misconceptions associated with addiction.