Maine and Massachusetts added to multistate Cyclospora outbreak

Maine and Massachusetts have become the latest states impacted by a growing nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has now sickened more than 9,000 people, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Florida cases up to 417; county-by-county breakdown

Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite, which can cause watery diarrhea, cramping, bloating, nausea, and fatigue.

Trump vaccine plan could bring decades-old shot and higher costs for families

President Donald Trump’s plan to overhaul childhood immunizations would require pharmaceutical companies to revert to a vaccine schedule while expanding manufacturing to boost vaccine production capacity.

Groundbreaking Alzheimer's Treatment offers Patients New Hope
video

A new pharmaceutical drug is offering fresh hope to Alzheimer's patients. Good Day Orlando spoke with the medical director of Broward Health North’s Memory Disorder Center to discuss how the treatment works and the real-world changes patients are experiencing.

Ice cream makers rethink the scoop as GLP-1 use grows

Rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and growing demand for healthier foods are prompting ice cream makers to rethink traditional indulgence.

Medicaid to stop paying for gender-affirming care for some transgender minors

President Donald Trump’s administration said that Medicaid will stop paying for gender-affirming surgeries and hormone treatments for transgender minors.

Deadly disease outbreak kills 2,000 as experts reveal what Americans should know

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed over 2,000 people, but experts say the average American faces very little threat.

Social Security adds 14 health conditions to disability fast-track list

The Social Security Administration has announced the addition of 14 health conditions to their Compassionate Allowances (CAL) list. 

'The Office' star Lucy Davis reveals Stage 4 incurable breast cancer diagnosis

Actress Lucy Davis has revealed her Stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis, sharing an inspiring message about peace, humor, and continuing her acting career.

WHO pushes back after Trump orders reduced vaccine schedule

World Health Organization officials are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s executive order to scale back the childhood vaccine schedule, as health experts argue the policy puts children at increased risk for preventable illnesses.

'Flesh-eating' bacteria survivor issues warning after 14 cases in Florida in 2026
video

A Marion County resident between the ages of 60 and 74 has died after contracting a severe infection from Vibrio vulnificus—a rare, naturally occurring bacteria often referred to as "flesh-eating." Survivor Genevieve Gallagher is now using her experience to warn others about how easily the bacteria can strike.

Florida reports 2nd 'flesh-eating' bacteria death of 2026 as cases reach 14

A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.

Trump signs executive order recommending spaced-out childhood vaccines, separate MMR shots

President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held belief that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.

Flesh-eating bacteria in Florida: Second person dies from Vibrio vulnificus

A second person in Florida has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, a potentially deadly bacterium found naturally in warm coastal waters, according to state health officials.