Plant-based-meat advocacy group wants Macon Bacon to change name
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine wrote to the president of the Georgia collegiate team urging him to change its name.
Bucs organization opens CPR training to all employees after Damar Hamlin's collapse earlier this year
Months after EMTs and Cincinnati Bengals' training staff saved the life of Damar Hamlin, more people are now prepared to respond to an emergency around and outside the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stadium.
USF therapy K9: Mental health crusader strengthens bonds between law enforcement and students
Hillsborough County’s first law enforcement therapy K9 is helping officers at the University of South Florida connect with students in a new way.
Carbon dioxide threat growing for passengers on missing Titanic sub, experts say
Rescuers are in an urgent search for a submersible that disappeared on its way to the Titanic wreckage site Sunday.
Tampa Bay officials confirm second case of malaria in more than three weeks
The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota and Manatee issued a mosquito-borne illness alert for both counties after the most recent case was confirmed.
Most women diagnosed with early breast cancer will survive beyond 5 years, study finds
Declining death rates could be due to "more sensitive screenings," experts say.
Second case of malaria confirmed in Sarasota, Manatee area: Health officials
Health officials in Sarasota and Manatee counties confirmed its second case of malaria in more than three weeks.
Your dog may have ‘better health’ outcome if it has a friend, study finds
A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.
Food allergies more common among Hispanic, Black and Asian individuals, study finds
In households earning more than $150,000 a year, food allergies were also found to be less prevalent, according to the study.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.