Study links alcohol intake to higher pancreatic cancer risk
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
A massive international study found that alcohol consumption is associated with a modest but significant increase in pancreatic cancer risk—regardless of sex or smoking status.
San Quentin holds emotional, first-ever father-daughter prom
Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.
Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.
Study: Instant coffee linked to vision problems
A new study shows that people who regularly drink instant coffee are significantly more likely to develop AMD compared to those who skip the instant brew. AMD is a leading cause of major loss of vision in older adults, making these results especially concerning for anyone who relies on instant coffee for a caffeine fix. FOX Medical Team's Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the study's findings.
A new study shows that people who regularly drink instant coffee are significantly more likely to develop AMD compared to those who skip the instant brew. AMD is a leading cause of major loss of vision in older adults, making these results especially concerning for anyone who relies on instant coffee for a caffeine fix. FOX Medical Team's Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the study's findings.
Study: Cannabis use could double risk of heart health
A new study has found that cannabis use may substantially double the risk of heart death and cause an increased risk of stroke. FOX Medical Team's Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to share more information.
A new study has found that cannabis use may substantially double the risk of heart death and cause an increased risk of stroke. FOX Medical Team's Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to share more information.
Parents cautious about lettings kids explore alone
A new poll shows parents in the United States are wary of unsupervised teens, but experts say a lack of independence undermines normal development. Parenting, education and family expert Connie Albers joins Good Day Orlando to offer some helpful insight and tips.
A new poll shows parents in the United States are wary of unsupervised teens, but experts say a lack of independence undermines normal development. Parenting, education and family expert Connie Albers joins Good Day Orlando to offer some helpful insight and tips.
WHO experts issue final report on COVID-19’s origin
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
The World Health Organization’s expert group says the origin of COVID-19 remains inconclusive, though most evidence still points to animal-to-human transmission.
Ticks spread to new regions across America, bringing dangerous diseases
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.
FDA expands warning about rare heart risk with COVID vaccines
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
The FDA, under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has taken another step to question the safety of Covid-19 vaccines.
Trump pushes lawmakers to pass tax bill; China trade deal
President Donald Trump held an event on Thursday at the White House to make the case for his massive tax and immigration package as the Senate eyes a vote in the coming days. Trump also says the United States has now signed a trade deal with China, adding that he expects to have a deal with India soon.
President Donald Trump held an event on Thursday at the White House to make the case for his massive tax and immigration package as the Senate eyes a vote in the coming days. Trump also says the United States has now signed a trade deal with China, adding that he expects to have a deal with India soon.
Push for a four-day workweek
Of course, workers want a four-day workweek, and news data shows that companies should too. Experts say that businesses and nonprofits that adopt a shorter work week see excellent results in performance metrics and revenue ? and they rarely want to go back. David Sprinkle, managing partner at Veritas Recruiting Group, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the pros and cons.
Of course, workers want a four-day workweek, and news data shows that companies should too. Experts say that businesses and nonprofits that adopt a shorter work week see excellent results in performance metrics and revenue ? and they rarely want to go back. David Sprinkle, managing partner at Veritas Recruiting Group, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the pros and cons.
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.