Orlando surgeon performs telerobotic-assisted surgery over 7,000 miles away
An Orlando-based doctor is paving the way for telerobotic-assisted surgery across the world.
An Orlando-based doctor is paving the way for telerobotic-assisted surgery across the world.
Gov. DeSantis signs mental health and addiction bills
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed new legislation on Wednesday to promote mental health and addiction recovery. State Bill 1620 amends various sections of Florida Statutes to enhance mental health and substance-use disorder services, focusing on improving assessment and treatment standards. State Bill 168 focuses on the Tristin Murphy Act, which creates model processes for diverting defendants to mental health treatment.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed new legislation on Wednesday to promote mental health and addiction recovery. State Bill 1620 amends various sections of Florida Statutes to enhance mental health and substance-use disorder services, focusing on improving assessment and treatment standards. State Bill 168 focuses on the Tristin Murphy Act, which creates model processes for diverting defendants to mental health treatment.
Sleep apnea treatment options
Sleep is extremely important, so what happens when your breathing stops and restarts mid-sleep many times a night? It's called sleep apnea, and it can impact all parts of your life. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti joins Good Day Orlando to talk about treatment options.
Sleep is extremely important, so what happens when your breathing stops and restarts mid-sleep many times a night? It's called sleep apnea, and it can impact all parts of your life. FOX Medical Team's Deena Centofanti joins Good Day Orlando to talk about treatment options.
Eating more fruits and vegetables could improve your sleep, study shows
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
A new study finds that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains during the day could lead to deeper, more restful sleep at night.
Is Trump reversing a Biden-era asbestos ban? Here’s what we know
The EPA under President Trump says it will review a Biden-era ban on chrysotile asbestos, the last form still legally used in the U.S.—but the policy remains in place for now.
The EPA under President Trump says it will review a Biden-era ban on chrysotile asbestos, the last form still legally used in the U.S.—but the policy remains in place for now.
Health insurers pledge to streamline ‘prior authorization’ process
UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and dozens of other insurers promised Monday they’re working to scale back a health care practice that leads to delays and complications.
UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and dozens of other insurers promised Monday they’re working to scale back a health care practice that leads to delays and complications.
Do not take naps on the couch, experts say
Sleep experts are warning that you should never let yourself doze off on the couch. Experts advise against sleeping on the couch for prolonged periods, especially for regular sleeping habits, as it can be detrimental to your sleep quality and overall well-being.
Sleep experts are warning that you should never let yourself doze off on the couch. Experts advise against sleeping on the couch for prolonged periods, especially for regular sleeping habits, as it can be detrimental to your sleep quality and overall well-being.
Starbucks will further align its menu with 'MAHA' initiative, RFK Jr. says
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Starbucks is pledging to align its menu with the Trump administration's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Starbucks is pledging to align its menu with the Trump administration's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative.
E-bike injuries on the rise
Electric bicycles (e-bikes) are an increasingly popular mode of transportation and recreation. However, their use is associated with a growing number of serious injuries, particularly among children and adolescents. Dr. Gayathri Kapoor, pediatrician with Orlando Health, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the safety hazard.
Electric bicycles (e-bikes) are an increasingly popular mode of transportation and recreation. However, their use is associated with a growing number of serious injuries, particularly among children and adolescents. Dr. Gayathri Kapoor, pediatrician with Orlando Health, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the safety hazard.
Cannabis use could double risk of heart death, study warns
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Researchers in a new study found that cannabis use may lead to a greater risk of a heart attack and stroke.
Trump administration: Immigration, economy, foreign policy
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt discussed topics including immigration, the economy, foreign affairs and the Israel-Iran conflict.
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt discussed topics including immigration, the economy, foreign affairs and the Israel-Iran conflict.
General Mills to remove artificial dyes from cereals
Companies phasing out FDA-approved synthetic colors as Trump admin pushes for healthier food supply.
Companies phasing out FDA-approved synthetic colors as Trump admin pushes for healthier food supply.
FDA approves new twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. Here's how it works
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
In two recent studies, this new shot reportedly nearly eliminated new infections in people at substantial risk of HIV.
Satellite Beach considers smoking ban
The Satellite Beach City Council is considering an ordinance that would prohibit smoking and vaping in public parks and on public beaches. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares details about the ordinance and what it would mean for the community.
The Satellite Beach City Council is considering an ordinance that would prohibit smoking and vaping in public parks and on public beaches. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares details about the ordinance and what it would mean for the community.
Florida AG subpoenas Chinese company over 'compromised' medical devices that can transmit private data
Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against a Chinese medical device manufacturer, accusing the company of selling "compromised" medical devices that allegedly include a "backdoor" that bad actors can manipulate.
Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against a Chinese medical device manufacturer, accusing the company of selling "compromised" medical devices that allegedly include a "backdoor" that bad actors can manipulate.
These cities have the most bed bugs, according to annual study
Is your skin crawling?
Is your skin crawling?
Trump administration to end LGBTQ+ youth support on 988 crisis line
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
The 988 Lifeline will end its LGBTQ+ youth support option in July, raising concern among advocates.
'Razor blade throat': What to know about COVID's new Nimbus variant
Painful symptoms caused by a new COVID-19 variant has led to a new nickname: “razor blade throat Covid.”
Painful symptoms caused by a new COVID-19 variant has led to a new nickname: “razor blade throat Covid.”
Hernias: Most common signs, symptoms, treatments
June is National Hernia Awareness Month. Dr. Alexandros Coutsoumpos, General Surgeon at AdventHealth, joined FOX 35 Orlando to discuss the most common types of hernias, the signs and symptoms, and treatment options.
June is National Hernia Awareness Month. Dr. Alexandros Coutsoumpos, General Surgeon at AdventHealth, joined FOX 35 Orlando to discuss the most common types of hernias, the signs and symptoms, and treatment options.
Home Chef, Marketside brand recalls pasta sold at Walmart, Kroger stores
The listeria outbreak in multiple states has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss, according to federal health officials.
The listeria outbreak in multiple states has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss, according to federal health officials.