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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A new exhibition at the Dunedin Fine Art Center, ‘Faces of Addiction,’ hopes to eliminate the stigma and misconceptions associated with addiction.
FDA bans Red 3 food dye: What products contain the dye?
The Food and Drug Administration is ordering food and drug makers to remove Red 3 dye from products U.S. consumers eat and drink.
The Food and Drug Administration is ordering food and drug makers to remove Red 3 dye from products U.S. consumers eat and drink.
EPA: Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer are causing cancer–here's who is most at risk
The harmful chemicals that build up in the body by eating certain foods can cause kidney and prostate cancer.
The harmful chemicals that build up in the body by eating certain foods can cause kidney and prostate cancer.
3rd patient gets Neuralink brain implant, Elon Musk says
Elon Musk said Neuralink hopes to implant the experimental devices in 20 to 30 more people this year.
Elon Musk said Neuralink hopes to implant the experimental devices in 20 to 30 more people this year.
Up to 4 in 10 Americans over 55 could develop dementia: How to reduce your risk
A new study estimates that up to 4 in 10 people over 55 could develop dementia, but experts share steps to lower the risk.
A new study estimates that up to 4 in 10 people over 55 could develop dementia, but experts share steps to lower the risk.
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.
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.
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.
Boar's Head listeria outbreak was due to poor sanitation, USDA report finds
The new report reveals that the listeria outbreak was connected to a Boar’s Head facility in Virginia.
The new report reveals that the listeria outbreak was connected to a Boar’s Head facility in Virginia.
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.
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.
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.