Some scientists raise questions about new COVID-19 vaccine guidance from Florida surgeon general
Some scientists are raising questions about new COVID-19 vaccine guidance from Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo. He is advising against the mRNA vaccines for men ages 18-39, citing an increased risk for cardiac death, but some health experts are coming out strongly against the new recommendation.
Some scientists are raising questions about new COVID-19 vaccine guidance from Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo. He is advising against the mRNA vaccines for men ages 18-39, citing an increased risk for cardiac death, but some health experts are coming out strongly against the new recommendation.
Families who eat meals together are often less stressed, survey finds
Overall, the respondents of the American Heart Association survey reported eating alone about half of the time due to difficulties aligning schedules.
Overall, the respondents of the American Heart Association survey reported eating alone about half of the time due to difficulties aligning schedules.
Nurse poisoned 2 babies with insulin, prosecutor says
A neonatal nurse at a hospital in England is accused of killing seven babies and trying to kill 10 others. A prosecutor says the nurse deliberately poisoned two infants with insulin.
A neonatal nurse at a hospital in England is accused of killing seven babies and trying to kill 10 others. A prosecutor says the nurse deliberately poisoned two infants with insulin.
Moffitt Cancer Center uses new exhibit to increase breast cancer awareness
New statistics from the American Cancer Society show the death rate dropped by 43% over the last three decades, translating to 460,000 fewer breast cancer deaths during that time. That same study also found, despite a lower incidence rate in Black women, they had a higher overall death rate, highlighting the importance of addressing racial disparities.
New statistics from the American Cancer Society show the death rate dropped by 43% over the last three decades, translating to 460,000 fewer breast cancer deaths during that time. That same study also found, despite a lower incidence rate in Black women, they had a higher overall death rate, highlighting the importance of addressing racial disparities.
Woman attends rodeo, gets struck by bull and realizes she has cancer
Paige King credits a runaway bull and a rodeo for saving her life.
Paige King credits a runaway bull and a rodeo for saving her life.
Infant born with cancer undergoes chemotherapy, amputation before 1st birthday
Luke Adkins was born with congenital spindle cell rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer that affects the soft tissue.
Luke Adkins was born with congenital spindle cell rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer that affects the soft tissue.
CDC: E. coli outbreak possibly linked to frozen falafel sold at Aldi
Health officials say at least 20 people have been infected from six states.
Health officials say at least 20 people have been infected from six states.
Wendy's E. coli outbreak ends; CDC says source of contamination ‘unknown’
The outbreak has led to multiple lawsuits against Wendy’s.
The outbreak has led to multiple lawsuits against Wendy’s.
Adderall shortages impacting ADHD patients
Pharmacists are sounding the alarm.
Pharmacists are sounding the alarm.
Florida Medical Examiners Commission releases causes of reported Hurricane Ian deaths
Nearly 100 deaths in Florida have been connected to Hurricane Ian, happening before, during, and after the storm made landfall. A report compiled by the Florida Medical Examiners Commission is shedding light on what led up to these deaths and where they happened.
Nearly 100 deaths in Florida have been connected to Hurricane Ian, happening before, during, and after the storm made landfall. A report compiled by the Florida Medical Examiners Commission is shedding light on what led up to these deaths and where they happened.
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay responds to drastic increase in calls after Hurricane Ian
As people begin the long road to recovery after Hurricane Ian, there’s an even greater need for physical and emotional support.
As people begin the long road to recovery after Hurricane Ian, there’s an even greater need for physical and emotional support.
NFL Players Association urges change to league's concussion protocol
The NFL Players Association has urged the league to implement changes to its concussion protocol in time to protect players in this weekend’s games.
The NFL Players Association has urged the league to implement changes to its concussion protocol in time to protect players in this weekend’s games.
Survey: Little progress made in keeping e-cigarettes out of the hands of US kids
The data seems to show an increase, with 14% of surveyed high schoolers saying they vaped recently, up from 11% the year before.
The data seems to show an increase, with 14% of surveyed high schoolers saying they vaped recently, up from 11% the year before.
Emergency rooms stay busy as Hurricane Ian clean up efforts continue
Emergency rooms are staying busy as people get injured while cleaning up debris from Hurricane Ian. With post-storm clean up's underway, many residents want to clear it out, but it's important to know your limits.
Emergency rooms are staying busy as people get injured while cleaning up debris from Hurricane Ian. With post-storm clean up's underway, many residents want to clear it out, but it's important to know your limits.
How petting dogs could improve your attention span and motivation
Researchers concluded that the brain stimulation felt by regularly petting a dog could translate to improved cognitive function down the road.
Researchers concluded that the brain stimulation felt by regularly petting a dog could translate to improved cognitive function down the road.
Wildlife agencies finding elevated 'forever chemicals' in deer, fish
The discovery is prompting health advisories in parts of the country where hunting and fishing are ways of life and key pieces of the economy.
The discovery is prompting health advisories in parts of the country where hunting and fishing are ways of life and key pieces of the economy.
Eating pumpkin may help you look younger and lose weight, experts say
Pumpkin might be fall's favorite fruit, but it's also packed with vitamins and minerals that can help improve your health.
Pumpkin might be fall's favorite fruit, but it's also packed with vitamins and minerals that can help improve your health.
Antidepressant use during pregnancy not linked to ADHD, autism: study
Doctors say untreated mental illness is more dangerous for a developing fetus than the medications used to treat it.
Doctors say untreated mental illness is more dangerous for a developing fetus than the medications used to treat it.
Gym owner trains clients with disabilities, diseases for free: ‘I never took a penny’
“Everybody should have the opportunity to improve their health and fitness,” says 37-year-old Javeno McLean.
“Everybody should have the opportunity to improve their health and fitness,” says 37-year-old Javeno McLean.
Premature triplets among patients transported to Johns Hopkins All Children's in Ian aftermath
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, Johns Hopkins All Children's in St. Petersburg has transported pediatric patients from Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida in Fort Myers.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, Johns Hopkins All Children's in St. Petersburg has transported pediatric patients from Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida in Fort Myers.