Health First races to finish new Brevard County hospital as Orlando Health shut downs another
Health First is making progress on Brevard County’s newest hospital as residents worry about a care crisis on the horizon.
Health First is making progress on Brevard County’s newest hospital as residents worry about a care crisis on the horizon.
Residents protest over Rockledge Hospital closing
Brevard County residents are protesting over the planned closure of Rockledge Hospital next month. The county broke ground on a new hospital last year, but some people say they are worried about a health care crisis.
Brevard County residents are protesting over the planned closure of Rockledge Hospital next month. The county broke ground on a new hospital last year, but some people say they are worried about a health care crisis.
Acne treatments recalled over benzene levels
Dr. Matthew Knight, president at Knight Dermatology Institute, joins FOX 35 to talk about the Food and Drug Administration's recent recall of popular beauty products linked to cancer.
Dr. Matthew Knight, president at Knight Dermatology Institute, joins FOX 35 to talk about the Food and Drug Administration's recent recall of popular beauty products linked to cancer.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Signs, symptoms, screenings
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Timothy Tolland, a colon and rectal surgeon at AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about the signs and symptoms of colon cancer, prevention and screenings, as well as treatment options.
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Timothy Tolland, a colon and rectal surgeon at AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about the signs and symptoms of colon cancer, prevention and screenings, as well as treatment options.
Florida police officer will run 200 miles to raise awareness for first responder mental health
A Central Florida police officer is running 200 miles over five days to raise awareness for first responder mental health.
A Central Florida police officer is running 200 miles over five days to raise awareness for first responder mental health.
VA to end gender reassignment treatment for veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Monday that it will phase out medical treatments for gender dysphoria in compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order on gender ideology.
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Monday that it will phase out medical treatments for gender dysphoria in compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order on gender ideology.
Study shows how microplastic pollution is impacting plant growth
A new study finds that microplastic pollution reduces plant photosynthesis, threatening global food security and worsening climate change. Researchers warn this could lead to major crop losses and disrupt ecosystems.
A new study finds that microplastic pollution reduces plant photosynthesis, threatening global food security and worsening climate change. Researchers warn this could lead to major crop losses and disrupt ecosystems.
Dr. Oz sidesteps senators’ questions about Medicaid cuts
Dr. Mehmet Oz is a former heart surgeon and TV personality.
Dr. Mehmet Oz is a former heart surgeon and TV personality.
EMS trips could be 20 minutes for some when Rockledge Hospital closes, officials say
Concerns are growing about a potential healthcare crisis in Brevard County as officials try to postpone the sudden closure of the Rockledge Hospital.
Concerns are growing about a potential healthcare crisis in Brevard County as officials try to postpone the sudden closure of the Rockledge Hospital.
Bird flu solution: Vaccinate chickens or slaughter every infected flock?
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.
Study reveals impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on kindergarteners' development
Researchers in a recent study found that the pandemic had an effect on kindergartners social skills and cognitive development.
Researchers in a recent study found that the pandemic had an effect on kindergartners social skills and cognitive development.
Oregon dysentery outbreak: 7 new cases reported in February so far
Shigella bacteria can lead to shigellosis, a disease that can cause dysentery.
Shigella bacteria can lead to shigellosis, a disease that can cause dysentery.
RFK Jr. seeks to eliminate FDA’s GRAS 'loophole' to improve food ingredient safety
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
The Health and Human Services secretary is pushing to change a program that allows companies to add untested ingredients to food.
House Calls: Colorectal signs and symptoms
Dr. Mariam Naveed, a gastroenterologist at AdventHealth, discusses the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, preventative measures, and who should get screened.
Dr. Mariam Naveed, a gastroenterologist at AdventHealth, discusses the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, preventative measures, and who should get screened.
Florida Senate panel backs bill to ban fluoride in public water systems
While many communities in Florida have opted to remove the fluoridation process from public water supplies, proposed legislation in Tallahassee would prevent local governments from adding fluoride to water.
While many communities in Florida have opted to remove the fluoridation process from public water supplies, proposed legislation in Tallahassee would prevent local governments from adding fluoride to water.
Labradors’ overeating gene may explain human obesity risk, researchers say
A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.
A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.
HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.
These are the happiest cities in America, according to a new study
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
A new study shows that location can play a significant role in shaping happiness.
Nearly 80,000 federal health employees offered buyouts to resign
Nearly 80,000 employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have about a week to decide whether to accept a $25,000 buyout and resign from their jobs.
Nearly 80,000 employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have about a week to decide whether to accept a $25,000 buyout and resign from their jobs.
Measles case in Maryland traced to traveler at Dulles Airport
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
Health officials in Maryland confirmed Sunday that a Howard County resident has tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.