Lake Wales nurse has seen generations of changing technology make an impact during 50-year tenure
A long-time registered nurse in Lake Wales, has served patients in her hometown for over 50 years at the same hospital, seeing generations and changing technology come through the doors.
A long-time registered nurse in Lake Wales, has served patients in her hometown for over 50 years at the same hospital, seeing generations and changing technology come through the doors.
West Nile virus cases, positive samples detected across the country
In Iowa, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Friday that the first case of West Nile virus infection was reported this year in an older adult — age 61-80 years — from Plymouth County.
In Iowa, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Friday that the first case of West Nile virus infection was reported this year in an older adult — age 61-80 years — from Plymouth County.
South Bay Medical Clinic closes without any warning
We're not identifying this patient to protect his privacy, but he does want his story told.
We're not identifying this patient to protect his privacy, but he does want his story told.
New TGH freestanding emergency room boosts access to care and creates jobs as part of $550 million expansion
Tampa General Hospital is expanding healthcare access as the Bay Area grows rapidly.
Tampa General Hospital is expanding healthcare access as the Bay Area grows rapidly.
Death toll rises in fungal meningitis outbreak tied to procedures in Mexico
U.S. and Mexican officials have specifically linked two clinics to the fungal meningitis outbreak, both of which closed last month.
U.S. and Mexican officials have specifically linked two clinics to the fungal meningitis outbreak, both of which closed last month.
Drinking alcohol could increase risk of more than 60 diseases, study suggests
The researchers said that 33 diseases not previously established as alcohol-related were identified as higher risk – such as gastric ulcers and gout.
The researchers said that 33 diseases not previously established as alcohol-related were identified as higher risk – such as gastric ulcers and gout.
Frozen fruit sold at Costco recalled amid outbreak of hepatitis A infections
Check your freezer: Packages of Wawona Frozen Foods' Organic DayBreak Blend "may have the potential to be contaminated with hepatitis A," federal health officials warned.
Check your freezer: Packages of Wawona Frozen Foods' Organic DayBreak Blend "may have the potential to be contaminated with hepatitis A," federal health officials warned.
Hockey Heals 22 returns to Adventhealth Center Ice
Puck drop for the third-annual "Hockey Heals 22" event began Saturday afternoon at Adventhealth Center Ice.
Puck drop for the third-annual "Hockey Heals 22" event began Saturday afternoon at Adventhealth Center Ice.
Nine-year-old who battled Leukemia as a toddler helping others battle cancer
For the seventh year in a row, Caroline Gallagher and her sister Charlotte served fresh squeezed lemonade to neighbors made with a special ingredient.
For the seventh year in a row, Caroline Gallagher and her sister Charlotte served fresh squeezed lemonade to neighbors made with a special ingredient.
Man dies from bacterial infection after eating raw oysters sold at Missouri seafood stand
The 54-year-old man died after becoming infected by the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, which can be carried by oysters and other shellfish.
The 54-year-old man died after becoming infected by the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, which can be carried by oysters and other shellfish.
Catnap your way to creativity: Study reveals naps may boost creative ideas
Researchers at MIT and Harvard University studied the impact of dreaming during a nap or N1 sleep (the earliest stage of sleep) on post-sleep creative performances.
Researchers at MIT and Harvard University studied the impact of dreaming during a nap or N1 sleep (the earliest stage of sleep) on post-sleep creative performances.
Alzheimer's drug Leqembi gets FDA panel's backing, setting the stage for broader use
U.S. health advisers are backing the full approval of an Alzheimer's drug that received preliminary approval last year.
U.S. health advisers are backing the full approval of an Alzheimer's drug that received preliminary approval last year.
Sucralose, a chemical in Splenda, is found to cause ‘significant health effects’ in new study
The ingredient is linked to DNA damage, elevated cancer risk, and a leaky gut, but the sweetener industry maintains safety.
The ingredient is linked to DNA damage, elevated cancer risk, and a leaky gut, but the sweetener industry maintains safety.
Shannen Doherty, '90210' star, reveals cancer has spread to her brain in emotional video
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star shared videos of her undergoing a CT scan and finding out her cancer had spread. "The turmoil….. the timing of it all…. This is what cancer can look like."
Billionaire who gets transfusions of teen son’s blood has one surprisingly simple goal for society
Yes, there’s the blood transfusions, regular MRIs, and whispers of immortality. But this tech tycoon just wants to change the way people view health.
Yes, there’s the blood transfusions, regular MRIs, and whispers of immortality. But this tech tycoon just wants to change the way people view health.
Survey reveals 45% of adults skip using soap when washing their hands
A recent survey finds that some people not only pass on soap use for handwashing, but they will also dry their hands with their clothes.
A recent survey finds that some people not only pass on soap use for handwashing, but they will also dry their hands with their clothes.
Tampa biotech company developing non-hallucinogenic psychedelics to treat mental health disorders
A Tampa biotech company hopes to be on the verge of a mental health breakthrough with its research into psychedelic drugs. Psilera is working to develop non-hallucinogenic medications that can be used to treat a wide range of mental health disorders.
A Tampa biotech company hopes to be on the verge of a mental health breakthrough with its research into psychedelic drugs. Psilera is working to develop non-hallucinogenic medications that can be used to treat a wide range of mental health disorders.
Breastfeeding may later improve child’s exam scores, study suggests
The researchers discovered that longer breastfeeding was associated with improved academic performance, particularly in English and mathematics.
The researchers discovered that longer breastfeeding was associated with improved academic performance, particularly in English and mathematics.
Celebrity Cruises norovirus outbreak leaves more than 175 sick, CDC says
Those who became ill suffered symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, vomiting and headaches.
Those who became ill suffered symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, vomiting and headaches.
Federal judge blocks Florida’s ban that would impact transgender children’s access to treatments
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked Florida’s ban on the use of puberty blockers and hormone therapy to treat three children diagnosed with gender dysphoria, calling the prohibition "an exercise in politics, not good medicine."
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked Florida’s ban on the use of puberty blockers and hormone therapy to treat three children diagnosed with gender dysphoria, calling the prohibition "an exercise in politics, not good medicine."