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."
Susan Boyle, 'Britain's Got Talent' star, reveals she suffered stroke: ‘I fought like crazy’ to recover
Nearly 15 years after Susan Boyle first performed "I Dreamed a Dream" on the "Britain's Got Talent" stage, the Scottish singer returned and revealed her past health struggles.
Nearly 15 years after Susan Boyle first performed "I Dreamed a Dream" on the "Britain's Got Talent" stage, the Scottish singer returned and revealed her past health struggles.
Biohacking: Revolutionizing health care through science, self-experimentation
Biohacking encompasses every aspect of the world of health, from losing weight to recovering from an injury.
Biohacking encompasses every aspect of the world of health, from losing weight to recovering from an injury.
USF professor set to reemerge after living 100 days underwater conducting record-breaking research
Near the tip of the Florida Keys, a short swim from the dock at the Jules Undersea Lodge in Key Largo, sits a submerged habitat: An undersea classroom, bubbling with promise.
Near the tip of the Florida Keys, a short swim from the dock at the Jules Undersea Lodge in Key Largo, sits a submerged habitat: An undersea classroom, bubbling with promise.
What is 'chroming'? The deadly social media trend on TikTok
Several people have lost their lives due to “chroming," but yet it is becoming more popular on social media.
Several people have lost their lives due to “chroming," but yet it is becoming more popular on social media.
Bills' Damar Hamlin launches CPR Tour to raise awareness
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin kicked off a multicity tour at his home stadium on Saturday to distribute medical equipment and promote techniques that helped save his life in January.
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin kicked off a multicity tour at his home stadium on Saturday to distribute medical equipment and promote techniques that helped save his life in January.
Seaweed piles in Florida may contain flesh-eating bacteria
Scientists have discovered a dangerous bacterium living in seaweed on Florida's coasts.
Scientists have discovered a dangerous bacterium living in seaweed on Florida's coasts.
Some chemotherapy drugs in short supply, leaving doctors with tough decisions
Cancer patients across the country are running into a major problem that could cost them their lives. Certain chemotherapy drugs are in short supply, causing doctors to make tough decisions about treating patients.
Cancer patients across the country are running into a major problem that could cost them their lives. Certain chemotherapy drugs are in short supply, causing doctors to make tough decisions about treating patients.
Study suggests foods with this compound could help boost memory
According to the study, Red wine, black and green tea, dark chocolate, beans, kale, watercress, onions and fruits like cherries, blackberries, black grapes and apples contain healthy levels of this compound.
According to the study, Red wine, black and green tea, dark chocolate, beans, kale, watercress, onions and fruits like cherries, blackberries, black grapes and apples contain healthy levels of this compound.
Rosalynn Carter diagnosis renews focus on dementia treatments
On Tuesday, the Carter Center announced former First Lady, 95-year-old Rosalynn Carter is among the over 6.5 million Americans living with dementia.
On Tuesday, the Carter Center announced former First Lady, 95-year-old Rosalynn Carter is among the over 6.5 million Americans living with dementia.
Performance-related pay possibly linked to chronic stress, higher risk of substance abuse, study finds
Researchers in Scotland suggests that employees who work for bonuses or incentives face higher levels of chronic stress due to the pressure to meet performance targets.
Researchers in Scotland suggests that employees who work for bonuses or incentives face higher levels of chronic stress due to the pressure to meet performance targets.
Sick workers linked to 40% of restaurant food poisoning outbreaks, CDC says
Norovirus and salmonella, germs that can cause severe illness, were the most common cause of 800 outbreaks.
Norovirus and salmonella, germs that can cause severe illness, were the most common cause of 800 outbreaks.
Poor eating habits in college can lead to long-term health problems, study suggests
A recent study by researchers from the University of British Columbia has uncovered a concerning connection between poor diet during college years and adverse health outcomes.
A recent study by researchers from the University of British Columbia has uncovered a concerning connection between poor diet during college years and adverse health outcomes.
Strong leg muscles possibly linked to improved health results after a heart attack, study finds
Researchers tested people who experienced heart attacks and learned that patients with stronger leg muscles displayed better health results compared to those with weaker leg muscles.
Researchers tested people who experienced heart attacks and learned that patients with stronger leg muscles displayed better health results compared to those with weaker leg muscles.
Cases of human metapneumovirus spiked this spring, CDC says – what is it?
Most have mild cases of this lesser-known virus, but some may have complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia. Here’s what to know.
Most have mild cases of this lesser-known virus, but some may have complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia. Here’s what to know.
USF and Crisis Center team up for free classes on mental health in the workplace
Data from the World Health Organization highlights how the COVID-19 pandemic increased the prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide.
Data from the World Health Organization highlights how the COVID-19 pandemic increased the prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide.
Malaria case confirmed in Sarasota County as health officials work to prevent more transmissions
Local health officials said they've confirmed one case of malaria, and are now working to prevent any more transmissions.
Local health officials said they've confirmed one case of malaria, and are now working to prevent any more transmissions.