Gov. Ron DeSantis: COVID-related mask mandates will never return to Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis said "no" to mask mandates ever returning to Florida.
Moderna says updated COVID-19 vaccine offers 'strong immune response' to new variant
The CDC says the BA.2.86 COVID-19 variant ‘may be more capable of causing infection’ in those who have been vaccinated.
Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years
It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.
'Pretty alarming': New test results from Space View Park worry researchers about water quality
New test results from the Indian River Lagoon have environmental health advocates on high alert.
Anthony Fauci ‘concerned’ people won’t comply if masking recommendations return: 'I hope' they 'abide'
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
Gender-specific warning signs of cardiac arrest are revealed in study
‘Sex-specific symptoms’ occurred within 24 hours of heart attack, said researchers.
AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making
ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research
Federal judge refuses to block Florida transgender treatment law
A federal judge on Friday refused to block a new Florida law making it more difficult for transgender adults to access hormone therapy and surgeries.
California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."
US to regulate nursing home staff for 1st time, but proposal lower than many advocates hoped
An association that lobbies for health care facilities says President Joe Biden’s decision to require nursing homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels will cost them billions of dollars.
School health: School physical vs. sports exam
What's the difference between a back-to-school physical and a sports physical? When do children need to get a sports physical exam? Do children need an ECG or EKG screening? AdventHealth's Dr. Amber Hill joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to answer those questions in this week's "House Calls" segment.
Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows
A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.
Watch: Father soldier dressed as mascot surprises son on 1st day of school
The young boy reunited with his father for the first time in a year.
Pharmacies nationwide to receive OTC Narcan
Naloxone, also known as Narcan, has been approved for over-the-counter use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The nasal spray, which is used to treat known or suspected opioid overdoses, will be sold over the counter at retail pharmacies.
Airports pledge to make flying easier for passengers with dementia
Over 14 million people are expected to check into airports nationwide for Labor Day weekend.
Federal commission finalizes ban of inclined infant sleepers, crib bumpers
Consumer Product Safety Commission takes finals steps to prohibit the sale of inclined sleepers and crib bumpers in the U.S.
Lost dog's escape leads to heroic rescue of elderly man on National Dog Day
Two compassionate individuals searching for a lost dog in Kentucky inadvertently became heroes as they potentially saved an elderly man's life.
First drugs picked to be targeted for Medicare price negotiations
President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.
4 University of Arkansas students hospitalized after E. coli outbreak
Health officials are investigating an outbreak of E. coli food poisoning tied to the University of Arkansas.
Neurosurgeon probing patient’s mystery symptoms plucks worm from woman’s brain in Australia
“I just thought: ‘What is that? It doesn’t make any sense. But it’s alive and moving,’" the surgeon told a local news outlet.