Musk faces backlash after calling for Fauci to be prosecuted
"My pronouns are Prosecute/Fauci," Twitter CEO Elon Musk tweeted on Sunday.
Flu, COVID-19 cases rise as Floridians plan for the holidays
A Florida doctor said he is seeing a lot of flu cases, COVID-19 cases, and RSV cases which are more common in kids. All of this while so many people are getting ready to travel. He offers some advice on how to prepare for those holiday gatherings.
Study: One-minute bursts of activity during daily tasks could prolong your life
A study by researchers in Australia finds that brief moments of daily physical activity can lower your risks of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers.
More children showing up to hospitals with suicidal thoughts, new report finds
As more people open up about their mental health, a new report found an increase among children nationwide thinking about suicide and attempting suicide, including in the Tampa Bay area.
USF student from Ukraine set to graduate despite challenges from war, pandemic
Graduation day at the University of South Florida will be extra special for a marketing student who overcame challenges from the pandemic and impacts from the war in Ukraine.
Celine Dion's diagnosis brings awareness to stiff-person syndrome
Singer Celine Dion shared a heartbreaking diagnosis with the world Thursday. She has stiff-person syndrome (SPS), an extremely rare neurological disorder, and as a result, she canceled her European tour.
Florida lawmaker resigns amid accusations he fraudulently obtained coronavirus-related loan
State Rep. Joe Harding resigned his House seat Thursday after being charged with fraudulently obtaining coronavirus-related business loans.
Stiff-person syndrome: What is it, what are the treatments and who has it?
Stiff-person syndrome is considered a rare disease and impacts less than 5,000 people in the United States.
House bill rescinds COVID-19 vaccine mandate for U.S. military
More than 8,000 active-duty service members were discharged for failure to obey a lawful order when they refused the vaccine.
Sending Christmas cards linked with lower depression, study finds
The study examined whether the sending of Christmas cards offered insight into the sender’s mental well-being.
Drug to prevent Alzheimer's? Study to begin enrolling young participants in ultimate test
Unlike most other Alzheimer’s prevention trials, this one will enroll people up to 25 years before the expected onset of dementia. Some participants could be as young as 18.
Kirstie Alley's death serves as reminder to get screened for colon cancer
Kirstie Alley's sudden death has put a spotlight on colon cancer, after her passing was attributed to the disease. Oncologists at Moffitt Cancer Center, where the actress was undergoing treatment prior to her death, say colon cancer can be tricky to detect.
Pausing breast cancer treatment for pregnancy appears safe in new study
Young women diagnosed with breast cancer often must delay pregnancy for several years while they take hormone-blocking pills.
Amoxicillin shortage leaves parents of sick children scrambling
According to doctors, the demand is exceptionally high because of the so-called “tripledemic” of COVID-19, RSV and the flu.
Having a strong sense of purpose in life may help you live longer, study suggests
The study found an association across race/ethnicity and gender, but women may benefit slightly more from the health-protective benefits of having a sense of purpose.
Congress set to rescind COVID-19 vaccine mandate for military members
The COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the U.S. military would be rescinded under the annual defense bill heading for a vote this week in Congress, ending a directive that helped ensure the vast majority of troops were vaccinated but also raised concerns that it harmed recruitment and retention.
Tampa woman creates 'The Color of Wellness' magazine to increase healthcare access
"The Color of Wellness" is a magazine with African American-focused health, wellness and lifestyle education. The outlet was founded two year ago by a former nurse after seeing statistics about how the pandemic disproportionately impacted minority communities.
Kirstie Alley died after battle with colon cancer, rep reveals
"Cheers" star and iconic Hollywood actress Kirstie Alley has died after a battle with colon cancer, her rep confirmed with PEOPLE. She was 71.
Eating more ultra-processed foods linked to faster cognitive decline, study says
A study, published this week, highlights how eating higher amounts of ultra-processed foods can be detrimental to the brain.
Silent Santa: How people with sensory sensitivities can partake in a visit with Santa Claus
Silent Santas can be helpful to those who have trouble processing loud noises, bright lights, and big crowds while still partaking in the holiday tradition.