Daily pill slashes 'bad' cholesterol levels by 60% in yearlong trial
A new daily pill could reduce bad cholesterol levels by 60%, according to a new study.
FDA authorizes drug to treat cats and kittens infected with New World screwworm
In October, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first time ever issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a drug to treat dogs and puppies infected with the parasite New World screwworm (NWS). Now it’s doing the same approval to treat kittens and cats.
CDC changes website to question safety of vaccines, disproven links to autism
The CDC website was updated late Wednesday without warning, sparking quick backlash from public health experts.
Recalled ByHeart baby formula still on store shelves, officials find
At least 31 babies in 15 states who drank ByHeart formula have been hospitalized and treated for infantile botulism since August.
Winter Village skating rink built with the help of Tampa Bay Lightning
Crews in downtown Tampa are getting an early start on winter this week as they begin building the Winter Village ice rink at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.
Artist painting helmet for South Tampa girl recovering from viral meningitis, severe encephalitis
A South Tampa artist is using her talents to paint a small helmet that will be needed to help protect 5-year-old Laine Nipper’s head as she recovers from viral meningitis and severe encephalitis.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Ultra-processed foods may raise colon cancer risk in younger women, study finds
A new study suggests that eating large amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing precancerous colon growths in younger adults.
'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. reveals cancer diagnosis
James Pickens Jr. revealed his fight against prostate cancer after his "Grey's Anatomy" character faced a cancer diagnosis in the mid-season finale.
Risk of gambling addiction reaches all-time high, experts say
The rise in sports betting apps and online casinos has also led to an notable increase in the number of people suffering from gambling addiction.
Killer condition lands in top 10 leading causes of death as global cases surge
Chronic kidney disease cases rose to 788 million people in 2023, affecting 14% of world's adult population.
Mark Wahlberg shares health update after daughter Grace’s ‘very, very scary’ horse-riding accident
The actor shared an emotional update on his 15-year-old daughter's recovery from an equestrian injury that left her hospitalized.
Sen. John Fetterman suffers fall after ventricular fibrillation flare-up: spokesperson
Senator John Fetterman is recovering after staffers say he fell and hit his face due to a ventricular fibrillation flare-up.
Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding cuts hearing today
The legal fight continues Wednesday over the Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, which was targeted in President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill this summer.
These are the top 5 most expensive drugs for consumers
Keytruda, Ozempic are among the priciest drugs for consumers.
Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
Common cleaning chemical tied to spike in liver disease across US, researchers say
Tetrachloroethylene exposure from everyday products increases liver fibrosis odds by 300%. The EPA restricted the chemical after health risks were discovered in blood samples.
Menopause hormone therapy labeling changed under FDA
The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.
Alex Singleton cancer diagnosis revealed after random drug test
The NFL player hopes sharing his diagnosis will encourage others to pay attention to their bodies and to get regular screenings.
ZooTampa shows off new Manatee Rescue Center
ZooTampa at Lowry Park is undergoing it's largest expansion ever with its Straz Family Manatee Rescue Center and ‘Florida Waters’ attraction.