Florida surgeon general defends unprecedented plan to dismantle school vaccine mandates
Florida’s top health official is challenging decades of public health policy, defending his plan to roll back vaccine mandates for children in the state.
These states have the highest vaccination rates, data suggests
New data has ranked all 50 states across three key dimensions including children and teen immunization rates, adult and elderly rates, and immunization uptake disparities.
Sen. Sanders, public health officials speak on vaccines
Sen. Bernie Sanders held a press conference on Tuesday morning to deliver remarks on why he believes vaccines work. Sanders was joined by public health experts and doctors to discuss vaccine safety and effectiveness. The event comes as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to push to reshape vaccine policy based on his long-held skepticism about their safety.
Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC
Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,
2025 flu shots available: What to know
Vaccine makers update flu shots every year to protect us from the influenza strains that are most likely to surface this fall and winter. Manufacturers have already been shipping the newest versions of the vaccines to doctor's offices and pharmacies, so now is the time to start planning to get your shots. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to talk about what you need to know.
Trump calls Florida's move to eliminate vaccine mandates a 'tough stance': 'You have vaccines that work'
President Donald Trump said on Friday that Florida officials are taking a "tough stance" by moving to eliminate all vaccine mandates for students, as he stated that some "vaccines should be used."
What is ‘brain rot’? Should parents be worried about bizarre AI videos captivating kids
“Brain rot" has become the newest online obsession for tweens, powered by bizarre AI-generated videos and games. Experts explain what it means — and whether parents should be worried.
Tylenol-maker shares sink after report says RFK's HHS will link drug to autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the HHS to investigate potential causes of autism and will release a report on the findings.
Florida boy, 10, survives dengue fever, has warning for others
Health officials say Brevard County has the highest number of locally acquired dengue fever cases in the state, with 14 confirmed infections as of Aug. 30.
Dog given less than 6 months to live cured of cancer after clinical trial
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
Casey DeSantis, Lt. Gov. speak on MAHA in Orlando
Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. The event came after Florida officials on Wednesday announced their plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.
RFK Jr. testifying at Senate hearing about CDC, vaccine policies
The Health and Human Services secretary faces questions on Thursday from a Senate committee about layoffs and sweeping changes to health agencies.
Florida vaccine mandates: Casey DeSantis, Lt. Gov. speak on MAHA in Orlando
Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. The event came after Florida officials on Wednesday announced their plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.
