Tampa General Hospital earns top ranking for transplants after record-setting year

Tampa General Hospital's Transplant Institute is getting new national recognition. It has just been named the number one transplant hospital in the country in terms of volume.

OneBlood becomes first in US to use High Titer plasma regularly to keep immunocompromised from getting COVID

Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, millions who are considered immunocompromised still avoid crowds and even family events. But now, with a new FDA approval, things could change. 

Tampa General Hospital using new ‘PancreasPak’ to improve transplants

Tampa General Hospital is using new technology to get pancreas' to their operating rooms for transplants in a much more efficient way. It could help count down wait times and increase the number of organs available. 

Titans star Frank Wycheck had CTE, researchers confirm

Former NFL tight end Frank Wycheck, known for the “Music City Miracle,” was diagnosed with stage III CTE following his death, highlighting ongoing concerns about brain injuries in football.

How to make a DIY air filter with a box fan

Homemade air filters can be a cheap and effective way to protect your home from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke.

Whooping cough: Cases increased by 400% in 2024

The CDC said that cases of whooping cause increased across the United States, which indicated a return to more typical pre-COVID pandemic trends.

Norovirus outbreaks spiked in December: How to stay safe

The highly contagious virus can cause vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain and these are the ways to protect yourself.

What is HMPV? China reportedly monitoring surge in respiratory virus cases

Videos showing crowded hospitals in China have fueled rumors and fear five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began the same way. Here's why experts say you shouldn't be worried.

Flu cases sure in Florida amid lower vaccination rates

As winter rolls on, it seems that just about everyone is getting sick with some sort of virus. 

US surgeon general calls for cancer warnings on alcohol

Alcohol is linked to roughly 100,000 cancer cases - and 20,000 cancer deaths - each year, but fewer than half of Americans are aware of the risk, the U.S. surgeon general says.

Visit St. Pete-Clearwater targeting cold-weather cities in 2025 marketing campaign to attract tourists

Tourism leaders are looking to market Pinellas County and its beaches to new audiences domestically and internationally in 2025, especially as winter visitors seek out sunny destinations. 

Drinking coffee or tea may lower the risk of certain cancers

What to know about new research linking coffee and tea consumption to reduced cancer risks in certain cases.

Bird flu in cats: How to protect your pet after food recall

After a cat's death linked to contaminated pet food and rising cases in livestock, here's how to protect pets from bird flu.