Pediatricians’ group breaks with CDC, still urging COVID-19 shots for young children

The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children under age 2, breaking with new CDC guidance under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Low physical activity may impact heart health early on
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Cardiovascular diseases are currently the leading cause of death worldwide. Several lifestyle changes can help lower the risk for health disease, including being active. FOX Medical's Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about how physical activity can impact cardiovascular diseases.

How to cope with empty nest syndrome
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It?s normal to feel sadness, grief and even disorientation when children grow into adults and make their way out into the world. It can be difficult to face the reality of empty nest syndrome when your kids go off to college. Colette Fehr, a licensed therapist and relationship expert, joins Good Day Orlando to share tips for parents to help cope.

Study: 'Super-agers' maintain memory into their 80's
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We assume that memory loss and cognitive decline are an inevitable part of aging, but new research suggests that doesn't have to be the case. A decades-long study analyzed the brains of "super-agers" to determine what traits they share that may contribute to their mental resilience. FOX Medical's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to explain the study's findings.

Kennedy Jr. may not target pesticides, processed foods,  'MAHA' draft report shows

The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.

FDA warns Americans to avoid certain popular sunscreen products

Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.

Judge orders RFK Jr.'s HHS department to stop sharing Medicaid data with DHS

A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to stop sharing personal data of Medicaid enrollees with deportation officials.

Florida woman urges caution around mosquitos after surviving dengue fever

Dengue fever cases are surfacing in Brevard County, and one Melbourne woman says her recent bout with the mosquito-borne illness was the most painful experience of her life.

Florida woman warns of dengue dangers after painful illness
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Dengue fever cases are surfacing in Brevard County, and one Melbourne woman says her recent bout with the mosquito-borne illness was the most painful experience of her life.

Expectant mom claims bacteria from raw milk sold by Florida dairy led to miscarriage

A Seminole County woman filed a lawsuit against Keely Farms Dairy. She claims raw milk from the farm in New Smyrna Beach sent her son to the hospital and caused her to lose her unborn baby.

Study reveals 1 quick thing kids can do to boost their test scores

New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.

Kellogg's signs deal to remove toxic dyes from cereals

Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.

ChatGPT dietary advice sends man to hospital with dangerous chemical poisoning

Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.

Florida AG Uthmeier taking emergency action against new synthetic drug, 7-OH

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Wednesday during a press conference in Tampa that his office is taking emergency action to prohibit "7-hydroxymitragynine" – often called "7-OH", in the state of Florida.

Popular weight-loss drugs could increase risk of developing eye conditions, vision loss, research suggests

One study found a modest risk of developing non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAOIN), a rare eye condition that can lead to sudden vision loss due to lack of blood flow.

FDA, Florida lead Kratom crackdown
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Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference in Tampa on Wednesday afternoon to discuss "7-hydroxymitragynine" ? often called "7-OH." The event comes weeks after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's action to classify it as a Schedule I controlled substance. Doing so would place it alongside drugs like heroin and LSD, making its sale and possession illegal.