'Nightmare bacteria' cases on the rise in US, CDC report finds

Infectious disease doctors are sounding the alarm after a new CDC report found that drug-resistant “nightmare bacteria” infections rose drastically in the U.S. between 2019 and 2023. 

Florida invests millions in pediatric cancer research
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis held a press conference on Wednesday morning in Tampa. The pair announced that the state will invest millions of dollars in pediatric cancer research over the next five years through the Cancer Connect Collaborative.

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: What to know
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Zachary Smith, Urologist at AdventHealth, joins Good Day Orlando to share what men should know about prostate cancer screenings, how common prostate cancer is and what the risk factors associated with prostate cancer are.

Trump's Tylenol warning causes pushback from medical community

Trump has suggested that using Tylenol while pregnant could increase the chance of kids developing autism, a claim that has since garnered negative attention from medical leaders worldwide.

White House advises pregnant woman to stop taking Tylenol
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The Trump administration on Monday released a report claiming autism is linked to the use of the painkiller Tylenol, or acetaminophen, during pregnancy. FOX Medical Team's Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to weigh in

Doctors: Viral skin care routines are harmful
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There always seems to be someone on social media showing you a multistep skincare routine they swear by, but how do you know if it works and if its healthy? Dr. Thomas Brown, dermatologist at Orlando Health, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about keeping it simple and effective.

Trump admin: Tylenol use during pregnancy linked to autism
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The Trump administration on Monday released a report claiming autism is linked to the use of the painkiller Tylenol, or acetaminophen, during pregnancy. The White House event was closely watched by scientists and advocates who say there is no single cause for the disorder. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shares what we know.

Trump admin: Acetaminophen taken during pregnancy linked to autism
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President Donald Trump on Monday used the platform of the presidency to promote unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism without giving new evidence.

What is leucovorin? FDA to relabel drug for autism treatment

The FDA announced Monday that it would change the drug’s label to reflect potential benefits in reducing autism symptoms. Here's what we know.

Want to avoid dementia? Study suggests you should hop on a bike

A JAMA Network Open study of nearly 480,000 UK adults found that choosing cycling for everyday trips was linked to a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, along with larger hippocampal volume.

Study finds social media could alter teens' sleep patterns

New research finds age 13 is a turning point when bedtime screen use spikes, cutting into the sleep adolescents need most as they gain access to social media platforms.

Merck cancer shot gets FDA approval: What to know

The FDA has approved Keytruda Qlex, a faster, under-the-skin cancer treatment offering convenience and flexibility. Here's what we know.

President Trump to make announcement on autism
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On Monday, the Trump administration is expected to announce that Tylenol use during pregnancy could contribute to the development of autism in children. Trump will hold the news conference around 4 p.m. with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

'Kissing bug' disease on track to be considered an endemic in US

According to experts from Texas A&M University, kissing bugs feed on blood and are most active at night. The insects thrive in warmer climate zones, especially during the spring and summer.

RFK Jr.'s vaccine panel changes COVID-19 shot guidelines

For the first time since the shots were developed, the group has declined to recommend their use — instead leaving the choice up to those who want them.

FOX 35 Care Force: Jamison Fleming
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The FOX 35 Care Force is counting down to its Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event with the American Cancer Society. The walk will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25, at Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando. Leading up to the event, we are honoring breast cancer survivors every Friday. This week, we talk to Jamison Fleming about her journey.

Doctor discusses risks of riding roller coasters
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A man visiting Epic Universe with his girlfriend became unresponsive on one of the theme park's roller coasters and later died at the hospital earlier this week. The circumstances surrounding his death are still being investigated. Dr. Gayatri Patel, of AdventHealth, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about some of the risks surrounding riding roller coasters.