Health

You may have head the slang phrase "Get out there and 'touch grass." The saying suggests suggesting someone should disengage from excessive online or screen time and experience the real world, especially by getting fresh air and engaging with nature to gain perspective and relax. Dr. Romie Mushtaq, founder of the Brainshift Institute, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the importance of the saying.

The United States Federal Reserve has cut its key interest rate by 0.25% points ? the first cut this year. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said President Donald Trump's tariffs are beginning to push up some prices, but the "overall effects on economic activity and inflation remain to be seen"

According to a new study, a common over-the-counter allergy nasal spray containing the antihistamine azelastine was shown to significantly reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection in healthy adults. Researchers reported the spray may also provide protection against other respiratory viruses, such as the common cold. FOX Medical's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to explain how.

Eye exams can provide clues about brain health, including early signs of neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's disease. Researchers have discovered that the eyes, particularly the retina, can be a "window" into the brain because they are a direct extension of the central nervous system. FOX Medical's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to explain more.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently published a report suggesting that Chagas disease, often called "kissing bug disease," may be establishing itself as endemic in the United States. Dr. Norman L. Beatty, associate professor of medicine at the University of Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to explain more about the disease and where it came from.

Weighted vests are increasingly showing up in fitness classes and on jogging tracks, touted by social media influencers as a way to keep bones healthy, improve performance and even accelerate weight loss. Dr. Matthew Knight, from Knight Dermatology, joins Good Day Orlando to weigh in on if the vests really help make a difference.

Some sugar substitutes may come with unexpected consequences for long-term brain health, according to recent a study published in the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Case Tedder, from Orlando Health, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the study.

Dr. Daniel Fassett, Orthopedic Neurosurgeon for Rothman Orthopaedics at AdventHealth, discusses the most common causes of back pain, tips to prevent chronic back pain, and common treatments in this sponsored "House Calls" segment.

Hand, foot and mouth disease is going around. The CDC says the common illness can spread very quickly causing fever, mouth sores and skin rash. Dr. Gayathri Kapoor, pediatrician at Orlando Health, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about preventative measures.

Back pain is one of the most common issues around. Dr. Daniel Fassett, an orthopedic neurosurgeon for Rothman Orthopedics at AdventHealth, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how you can treat the pain.

U.S. Rep. Mike Haridopolos joins Good Day Orlando to talk about Congress' busy agenda, including topics such as the immigration crackdown and spending and interest rates.