'Good Day Orlando' Anchor Amy Kaufeldt returns after taking time for medical leave
She's back! Longtime Anchor Amy Kaufeldt returned to Good Day Orlando Monday morning after taking time on medical leave for breast cancer treatment.
She's back! Longtime Anchor Amy Kaufeldt returned to Good Day Orlando Monday morning after taking time on medical leave for breast cancer treatment.
Toddler, who once spent nearly 700 days in hospital for heart defect, dies
Valentina Garnetti first gained notoriety in 2021 for spending most of her toddler life inside a hospital due to a congenital heart defect.
Valentina Garnetti first gained notoriety in 2021 for spending most of her toddler life inside a hospital due to a congenital heart defect.
Abortion laws spark profound changes in other medical care
Abortion restrictions and the overturn of Roe v. Wade are having profound repercussions in reproductive medicine as well as in other areas of medical care.
Abortion restrictions and the overturn of Roe v. Wade are having profound repercussions in reproductive medicine as well as in other areas of medical care.
Sobering new study says that those under age 40 shouldn't drink alcohol at all
People under 40 suffer significant health risks from drinking, according to new research.
People under 40 suffer significant health risks from drinking, according to new research.
988 suicide prevention hotline launches Saturday: Here's how it works
988 is the new number going live on Saturday to provide suicide and mental health crisis care.
988 is the new number going live on Saturday to provide suicide and mental health crisis care.
Academics attack Florida plan to limit transgender treatment
A plan by Florida health officials that likely would restrict Medicaid insurance coverage for gender dysphoria treatments for transgender people lacks sound medical justification and may be politically motivated, according to a group of academics from Yale University and other schools.
A plan by Florida health officials that likely would restrict Medicaid insurance coverage for gender dysphoria treatments for transgender people lacks sound medical justification and may be politically motivated, according to a group of academics from Yale University and other schools.
Florida COVID-19 deaths near 77K as inpatient numbers dip
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released data Friday that showed 4,341 Florida hospital inpatients had COVID-19, down from 4,430 in a Thursday count.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released data Friday that showed 4,341 Florida hospital inpatients had COVID-19, down from 4,430 in a Thursday count.
16 of 17 Big Olaf ice cream samples contained listeria, Florida officials report
All but one of the flavors of Big Olaf Creamery ice cream that were tested by Florida officials contained listeria, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
All but one of the flavors of Big Olaf Creamery ice cream that were tested by Florida officials contained listeria, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
25 million kids have missed routine vaccinations due to COVID-19, WHO report says
About 25 million children worldwide have missed out on routine immunizations against diseases like diptheria, tetanus and pertussis.
About 25 million children worldwide have missed out on routine immunizations against diseases like diptheria, tetanus and pertussis.
Not getting enough water? Eat it with these hydrating foods
If carrying around a giant water container for you and everyone in your family sounds daunting, it's time to change your hydration game plan.
If carrying around a giant water container for you and everyone in your family sounds daunting, it's time to change your hydration game plan.
CDC detects traces of weed killer linked to cancer in majority of US urine samples
Bayer, the German pharmaceutical company which owns roundup, the commonly used weed killer which contains a chemical believed to cause cancer, is facing hundreds of lawsuits. That chemical has now been found in more than 80% of U.S. urine samples.
Bayer, the German pharmaceutical company which owns roundup, the commonly used weed killer which contains a chemical believed to cause cancer, is facing hundreds of lawsuits. That chemical has now been found in more than 80% of U.S. urine samples.
Monkeypox outbreak: US regulators greenlight additional vaccine shipments
The update comes amid soaring demand for the shots in New York City, California and other parts of the U.S.
The update comes amid soaring demand for the shots in New York City, California and other parts of the U.S.
COVID Variant Myths: Debunking misconceptions about new coronavirus variants such as "BA.5" or "Ninja"
America may want the coronavirus pandemic to be over, but new numbers show the infection is far from done with us, thanks in part to new variants BA.5, otherwise known as "ninja" variant. But, what exactly do we know about them?
America may want the coronavirus pandemic to be over, but new numbers show the infection is far from done with us, thanks in part to new variants BA.5, otherwise known as "ninja" variant. But, what exactly do we know about them?
988 mental crisis hotline launches July 16, but most call centers aren’t ready, survey finds
Mental health experts are hoping that the three-digit number will deliver a breakthrough in helping people in crisis.
Mental health experts are hoping that the three-digit number will deliver a breakthrough in helping people in crisis.
Presence of listeria confirmed on equipment used at Big Olaf Creamery facility
Testing has revealed the presence of listeria on equipment used at Big Olaf Creamery's processing facility in Sarasota. Testing of the ice cream is still underway.
Testing has revealed the presence of listeria on equipment used at Big Olaf Creamery's processing facility in Sarasota. Testing of the ice cream is still underway.
Video game players show increased brain activity, decision-making skills, study says
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
The study found the video game players were better than non-players in both speed and accuracy of responses.
Fentanyl risk from $1 bill? Drug safety expert dispels myths about second-hand exposure
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
In a viral Facebook post, a Kentucky woman says she had to be hospitalized after picking up a dollar bill from the ground that she thinks was laced with the drug fentanyl.
Florida's new abortion law to remain in effect amid court battle
A new Florida law preventing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy will remain in effect while a legal battle plays out.
A new Florida law preventing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy will remain in effect while a legal battle plays out.
White House updates response plan for infectious COVID variants; pushes boosters
“If you’re over 50 and you haven’t gotten the shot this year, you should go get a shot," said White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha. "It’s going to save your life.”
“If you’re over 50 and you haven’t gotten the shot this year, you should go get a shot," said White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha. "It’s going to save your life.”
Prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among US children continues to rise, study suggests
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.
The study estimated that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. kids was 3.14% as of 2020. Meanwhile, there has been more awareness and a wider availability of services.