Experimental skin cancer vaccine developed in Tampa saves woman's life
Bay Area researchers say they have developed a vaccine for a rare type of skin cancer and it could dramatically change outcomes for patients.
FOX 13 viewers help raise $75,000 to give 5,000 children new shoes for summer
Five thousand Bay Area children have new shoes for the summer thanks to Metropolitan Ministries and its $13 for 13 campaign with FOX 13.
Son of NICU nurse walks to raise money for the March of Dimes
Bill Kenna has been volunteering with the March of Dimes for 15 years and he hopes many people will participate in a virtual fundraising walk on May 15.
What is mental health first aid?
You can get first aid if you're physically hurt, but how can you help those who are mentally hurting? You can get trained for mental health first aid.
Two years later, family's appreciation for March of Dimes remains
For parents of premature babies, it can be a very stressful and uncertain time. But they are finding comfort thanks to the March of Dimes.
Coping with anxiety about heading back to the office
After a year of masking and social distancing, employees may be looking for assurances about health and safety. Being surrounded by co-workers again could be a little overwhelming.
Anxiety, comfort and support: How the pandemic impacts seniors, caregivers
This past year may have brought some added anxiety among caregivers and seniors, but there is also some comfort and support.
Isolation, uncertainty taking toll on children’s mental health, experts say
Anxiety during the pandemic has manifested itself differently among children and teenagers compared to adults. "I think isolation and uncertainty have definitely overcome some of our kids."
‘It’s OK to not be OK’: During pandemic, more seek help with mental health
Life has changed over the past year. We've masked up and practiced social distancing. Many of us worked from home, separated ourselves from loved ones, missed out on big events and experienced difficult losses. It's taken a big toll mentally and emotionally.
Making Strides hosts virtual Mother's Day brunch
The American Cancer Society is celebrating breast cancer survivors, caregivers, and all of the incredible women in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer community.
Walk or donate to support March of Dimes
March of Dimes is on a mission to end premature births. The organization wants to help every mom and baby have the best possible start by raising funds to support them through their pregnancy journey.
Golf for a great cause: The Abe Brown Legacy Golf Tournament returns
The Ninth Annual Abe Brown Legacy Golf Tournament returns to Innisbrook's Copperhead Course on Saturday, June 5, 2021.
$13 for 13 Campaign helps kids in need get new shoes
Thousands of children across the Tampa Bay area are in need of a decent pair of shoes. That's why the FOX 13 Care Force is teaming up with Metropolitan Ministries for the $13 for 13 Campaign.
Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival kicks off 30-day virtual 5K event
Walkers and runners are invited to participate in the inaugural Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival virtual 5K event.
#GiveWithMeaning this year and donate to the American Red Cross to help disaster victims
The American Red Cross and FOX TV Stations are joining forces to raise money on behalf of those who have fallen on hard times this year with the Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP) and Disaster Responder Program.
FOX 13 and Metropolitan Ministries team up for holiday '$13 for 13' donation drive
This is the most challenging holiday season ever for Metropolitan Ministries. Due to layoffs and furloughs from the pandemic, as many as 30,000 more families will seek assistance with food and toys for their children. To help that growing need, FOX 13 and Metropolitan Ministries are once again teaming up for $13 for 13.
Metropolitan Ministries seeks donations, volunteers as holiday tent opens for the season
Metropolitan Ministries has reopened their holiday tent. This year, the demand for held is at a high due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the non-profit is seeking donations and volunteers to meet that demand.
Tampa woman battling breast cancer for second time continues inspiring others
Fighting cancer during a pandemic is not easy but this is not Ilyasha Hood’s first fight.
Tampa Bay Food Fight fundraiser goes virtual
The popular Tampa Bay Food Fight event is going virtual this year.
From nurse to patient: A journey with breast cancer
Registered nurse Denise Hickey has brought hope and strength to her patients for more than 30 years at Tampa General Hospital, but when the nurse became the patient, care took on a new meaning.