6 people test positive for dengue fever in Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County is under a mosquito-borne illness alert after six cases of locally-acquired human cases of dengue fever were reported.
Pilot reunites with bone marrow donor who saved his life on flight to Newark
The heartfelt moment, captured on video, unfolded before a cabin of applauding passengers.
Human bird flu infection case reported in Barron Co., WI
One person in Barron County, Wisconsin, is believed to be the first in the state this year to have contracted bird flu after being exposed to an infected flock.
'Joy on those children's faces' as Tampa nonprofit hosts holiday event for visually impaired kids
A local nonprofit hosted a very special holiday celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 18, for Hillsborough County elementary school students who are visually impaired.
Santa Clara mom and son both battle cancer
It's an emotional holiday season for a Santa Clara family. For years, Cherie Carter and her son, Carter Fulhors, have battled cancer together. But Cherie recently learned she may not have long to live.
Inside one Tampa organization's mission to support sick kids this holiday season
For many children, a trip to the hospital can be frightening. But one young man who remembers all too well has found a way to make hospital stays a bit brighter for kids.
Push to end daylight saving time continues
The routine of changing the clocks twice a year has come into question again.
A doctor's advice to stay healthy as flu season lurks in Bay Area
As the sick season ramps up, doctors in Tampa Bay are seeing a rise in RSV and flu cases.
Nearly half of US teens say they are online ‘almost constantly,’ survey finds
Despite the increasing evidence of the negative impacts constant social media consumption has on young people’s mental health, nearly half say they are online “almost constantly."
Unique 'keepsake items' now being sold by Oldsmar craftsman
Randy Hoople is a woodworker based out of Oldsmar.
‘Golden Bachelor’ Gerry Turner says incurable cancer diagnosis led to Theresa Nist divorce
"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner's health decline earlier this year greatly impacted his decision to get divorced, he revealed.
Feeling the holiday blues? Here are resources that can help
The holidays can be a joyous time to spend with family and friends, but for some, it can be a challenging time.
FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
Pinellas teacher dies from Legionnaires disease, Florida Department of Health investigating
Pasadena Fundamental Elementary is mourning the loss of one of its teachers, 61-year-old Kathy Pennington, after she died on Nov. 24.
Disney influencer Dominique Brown dies at 34
Dominique Brown, Disney influencer and co-founder of "Black Girl Disney," died after suffering an apparent allergic reaction at a holiday event in Los Angeles last week.
Most Americans believe health care coverage for everyone is government's responsibility, poll finds
A recent poll shows that while most of the nation thinks health care coverage should be available for everyone, others are split on their views of the Affordable Care Act.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
High-fructose corn syrup could speed up tumor growth, study suggests
Researchers found that animal subjects that consumed large amounts of food with high-fructose corn syrup were susceptible to accelerated tumor growth in certain types of cancer.
USDA orders testing of entire milk supply nationwide for bird flu
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a new order requiring raw, or unpasteurized, milk nationwide to be tested for bird flu.
Off-duty Flagler County officer saves young boy's life
Off-duty Flagler County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Paul DeSousa was on vacation with his family when he performed CPR on a young boy and saved his life.