Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to increase mental health coverage
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
What is heatstroke and how can I help someone?
In this week's House Calls segment, AdventHealth's Dr. Julian Trivino joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about extreme heat and summer mishaps. Do you know what heatstroke is? Or the signs of heatstroke? What should you do if you think someone is suffering from heatstroke? To find your AdventHealth neighborhood ER, visit www.MyClosestER.com
In this week's House Calls segment, AdventHealth's Dr. Julian Trivino joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about extreme heat and summer mishaps. Do you know what heatstroke is? Or the signs of heatstroke? What should you do if you think someone is suffering from heatstroke? To find your AdventHealth neighborhood ER, visit www.MyClosestER.com
Running could potentially reduce risk of Parkinson’s disease, study finds
Researchers in Italy have found that running, including on treadmills, can help produce a protein key to brain growth which can help prevent the neurological disorder.
Researchers in Italy have found that running, including on treadmills, can help produce a protein key to brain growth which can help prevent the neurological disorder.
Gene therapy eyedrops restore boy's sight. Similar therapies may help millions
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
The medical breakthrough highlights the significant advancements in gene therapy and its potential to change vision restoration treatments.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
Houston man loses hands, parts of his feet after flea bite
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
Michael Kohlhof's family says the 35-year-old has been fighting a tough battle in a San Antonio hospital after having his limbs amputated due to a flea bite.
Titusville firefighters earning Medal of Honor for saving families from Hurricane Ian floods while off duty
Two Titusville firefighters are being honored with a rare award for outstanding bravery during Hurricane Ian.
Two Titusville firefighters are being honored with a rare award for outstanding bravery during Hurricane Ian.
Florida restaurant closes after 7 customers allege they tested positive for meth after eating there
A Japanese hibachi steakhouse in Florida permanently closed its doors after seven customers alleged they tested positive for methamphetamine hours after eating at the restaurant earlier this month.
A Japanese hibachi steakhouse in Florida permanently closed its doors after seven customers alleged they tested positive for methamphetamine hours after eating at the restaurant earlier this month.
Espresso could lower your risk for Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
New research published Wednesday found that drinking a shot of espresso could lower a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
Members of Florida family convicted of selling fake COVID-19 cure through online church
Four members of a Florida family were convicted Wednesday of selling a toxic industrial bleach as a fake COVID-19 cure through their online church. A federal jury in Miami found Mark Grenon, 65, and his sons, 37-year-old Jonathan, 35-year-old Joseph and 29-year-old Jordan, guilty of conspiring to defraud the United States and deliver misbranded drugs, according to court records. That charge carries up to five years in prison. Their sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 6.
Four members of a Florida family were convicted Wednesday of selling a toxic industrial bleach as a fake COVID-19 cure through their online church. A federal jury in Miami found Mark Grenon, 65, and his sons, 37-year-old Jonathan, 35-year-old Joseph and 29-year-old Jordan, guilty of conspiring to defraud the United States and deliver misbranded drugs, according to court records. That charge carries up to five years in prison. Their sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 6.
Malaria spreads in Florida county with 7th locally contracted case
A southwest Florida county has document a seventh case of malaria, state authorities said.
A southwest Florida county has document a seventh case of malaria, state authorities said.
Study reveals weekend-only workouts can also boost heart health
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Researchers learned that limiting exercise weekly could reduce your risk of a heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
Florida county reports its 7th case of locally contracted malaria
A southwest Florida county has documented a seventh case of malaria, state authorities said.
A southwest Florida county has documented a seventh case of malaria, state authorities said.
1 year later, how is 988 mental health crisis hotline doing? Here's what you should know
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
It has been a year since a national three-digit number was launched for people in a mental health crisis, and officials say the service has helped many in its first year. Here's what you should know about 988, and how it's doing so far.
Rabies alert issued in Marion County after 3 raccoons test positive
The Florida Department of Health has issued a rabies alert in Marion County after three raccoons tested positive.
The Florida Department of Health has issued a rabies alert in Marion County after three raccoons tested positive.
Storm drain carries sewage leaked from manhole into Altamonte Springs lake
The City of Altamonte Springs says sewage is leaking into Lake Orienta. The boat ramp is going to be closed while the city figures out whether the water is safe.
The City of Altamonte Springs says sewage is leaking into Lake Orienta. The boat ramp is going to be closed while the city figures out whether the water is safe.
One-third of normal weight people could be obese, study says
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.
A new study from researchers in Israel sheds light on the connection between a person's body mass index and obesity.
What is a hernia, and how do you fix it?
In this week's House Calls segment, AdventHealth's Dr. Melissa Bagloo joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about hernias. What is a hernia? Are there different types? And how do you treat them? More information: AHCentralFloridaSurgery.com.
In this week's House Calls segment, AdventHealth's Dr. Melissa Bagloo joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about hernias. What is a hernia? Are there different types? And how do you treat them? More information: AHCentralFloridaSurgery.com.
Dozens of cats in Poland got bird flu amid global outbreak
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Syphilis outbreak in Houston-area, women seeing an alarming spike of cases
Houston and Harris County health officials are urging testing after a 128% increase in cases among women.
Houston and Harris County health officials are urging testing after a 128% increase in cases among women.