Sunday, Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
The day’s recognition is a chance to share hope and highlight the ways and resources to preventing suicide deaths, which were at the highest number ever last year in the U.S.
CDC warns of increased RSV activity across Florida
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning Floridians about increased activity of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning Floridians about increased activity of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Study finds U.S. heart disease deaths connected to obesity have tripled in 20 Years
A recent report revealed that obesity-related cardiovascular deaths among U.S. populations tripled between 1999 and 2020.
A recent report revealed that obesity-related cardiovascular deaths among U.S. populations tripled between 1999 and 2020.
Genetic testing for cancer offered at HCA Florida Blake Hospital
At HCA Florida Blake Hospital, a new test is working to save lives.
At HCA Florida Blake Hospital, a new test is working to save lives.
'They can’t make you do it in Florida': DeSantis against COVID-19 mandates
Governor Ron DeSantis doubled down on his anti-mask policies at a news conference Thursday.
Governor Ron DeSantis doubled down on his anti-mask policies at a news conference Thursday.
Moderna says updated COVID-19 vaccine offers 'strong immune response' to new variant
The CDC says the BA.2.86 COVID-19 variant ‘may be more capable of causing infection’ in those who have been vaccinated.
The CDC says the BA.2.86 COVID-19 variant ‘may be more capable of causing infection’ in those who have been vaccinated.
Students deal with mental health issues during back-to-school season
School is back in session and along with the stress of getting back into the swing of going to classes, some students are also dealing with anxiety and other mental health issues.
School is back in session and along with the stress of getting back into the swing of going to classes, some students are also dealing with anxiety and other mental health issues.
New COVID booster coming soon: Who should get it and how much will it cost?
It’s the first time since the pandemic began that the federal government won’t cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
It’s the first time since the pandemic began that the federal government won’t cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
Number of unvaccinated kindergartners rises in Florida, parental anxiety over vaccines
The number of unvaccinated kindergartners in Florida is on the rise, as experts wonder if COVID-19 vaccine concerns have impacted parents' decisions regarding other vaccinations.
The number of unvaccinated kindergartners in Florida is on the rise, as experts wonder if COVID-19 vaccine concerns have impacted parents' decisions regarding other vaccinations.
Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.
Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
Jimmy Buffett continued to perform after being diagnosed with rare form of skin cancer
Jimmy Buffett's cause of death was confirmed through his online obituary.
Jimmy Buffett's cause of death was confirmed through his online obituary.
Anthony Fauci ‘concerned’ people won’t comply if masking recommendations return: 'I hope' they 'abide'
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
Gender-specific warning signs of cardiac arrest are revealed in study
‘Sex-specific symptoms’ occurred within 24 hours of heart attack, said researchers.
‘Sex-specific symptoms’ occurred within 24 hours of heart attack, said researchers.
California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped
An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.
An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.
Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows
A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.
A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.
ADHD drug shortage could make back-to-school season challenging, expert says: ‘Widespread impact'
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first announced the medication shortage in October 2022.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first announced the medication shortage in October 2022.
One in five women report being mistreated in maternity care, CDC finds: ‘We must do better’
More than 2,400 women were surveyed about their experiences with pregnancy and delivery care.
More than 2,400 women were surveyed about their experiences with pregnancy and delivery care.
Las Vegas hotels under investigation for Legionnaires' disease cases
Guests at these two Vegas hotels tested positive for Legionnaires' disease.
Guests at these two Vegas hotels tested positive for Legionnaires' disease.