Florida Panthers enlist stars for unique cancer fundraiser, showing it off at Winter Classic
For their latest project, the Florida Panthers signed Wayne Gretzky, Martina Navratilova and and the...
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Incarcerated women often don’t have enough period products
Access has also been a persistent issue in immigration detention centers.
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
As 2026 arrives, here’s what you can skip — and what you should pay attention...
Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration’s ban on gender-affirming care
The complaint argues that denying coverage of gender-affirming care is sex-based discrimination and asks the...
Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
Tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority...
Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here’s what to know
Health experts urge vaccination as it provides at least partial protection.
Sperm donor didn’t give up paternal rights, Florida Supreme Court rules
A sharply divided Florida Supreme Court has ruled that a man didn't automatically give up...
A family is trying to raise millions to test gene therapy that could help kids trapped in bodies they can’t move
Producing a treatment for 8-year-old Everly Green’s ultra-rare genetic condition isn’t profitable for drugmakers.
From classroom to cure: Student-led discovery of future antibiotics
A Nova Southeastern University professor and her class of 40 students are conducting research and...
Disputes between major health insurers, South Florida hospitals threaten higher costs for patients
Showdowns in Broward and Palm Beach counties between hospitals and insurers like Florida Blue and...
SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1
SNAP recipients in five states will see new limits starting Thursday.
In a tumultuous year, US health policy has been dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.
RFK Jr. reshaped the HHS, cutting research funding and promoting discredited views on vaccines.
Foods with healthy-sounding buzzwords could be hiding added sugar in plain sight
Here’s how to spot hidden sugars and what to do about it.
Florida bill targets vaccination discrimination
A House Republican has filed a bill that says health-care providers could not “discriminate” against...
FDA panelists questioned antidepressants in pregnancy. But doctors call them a lifeline
Medical experts are concerned that a July panel discussion convened by the FDA could lead...
Americans face growing loneliness and social disconnection
Small groups are working to restore community connections.
You finally got a doctor’s appointment. Here’s how to get the most out of it
Getting the most out of a doctor’s visit requires some advance preparation.
From red donkeys to vibrant art: Fernando Dávila’s colorful journey as a colorblind painter
Fernando Dávila is an established and respected artist whose vibrant paintings have been exhibited in...
Doctor’s orders? ‘Belly laugh at least two to five days a week’
Why is laughter good for you?
Call 911 or risk losing the baby? Raids force some immigrants to avoid care
Since Trump took office, immigrant families are more likely to skip or delay health care.
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children’s health programs
The suit alleges HHS made the cuts in retaliation for speaking out against Trump actions.
‘The best gift ever’: Baby is born after the rarest of pregnancies, defying all odds
Doctors say just 1 in 30,000 pregnancies occur like this.
More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care
Most major medical organizations oppose restrictions on transgender care and services for young people.
When should kids get a smartphone? A study links owning one before age 12 to health risks
Smartphone ownership is high among U.S. children and teens.
19 states sue to block White House plan to end gender-related care for minors
All of the states have Democratic-controlled legislatures or a Democratic governor, or both.
How a Florida nonprofit wants AI to warn communities in real time about drug use
Project Overdose is introducing an artificial intelligence tool that can alert communities about what potentially...
‘Super flu’ variant is circulating and raising concern. Here’s what to know about it
Detections of this subclade have risen rapidly since August 2025.
Medicaid paid more than $207 million for dead people. A new law could help fix that
Sharing the Full Death Master File data has been tightly restricted due to privacy laws...
US regulators approve Wegovy pill for weight loss
U.S. regulators gave the green light to a pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug...
To find living donors for kidney transplants, a pilot program turns to social networks
The Great Social Experiment pairs patients with "angel advocates."
Worried about health insurance costs? There may be cheaper options — but with trade-offs
Frustrated consumers may have to make sacrifices on coverage to get a price they can...
Out-of-pocket pain from high-deductible plans means skimping on care
High-deductible plans pose a particular challenge for those with chronic conditions.
Florida mom knew baby would not live but carried her to term to give others life
A Florida woman knew her baby would live only hours; an ultrasound showed the baby...
How delays and bankruptcy let a nursing home chain avoid paying settlements for injuries and deaths
The nursing home industry is increasingly finding refuge in bankruptcy court.
Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise
My weekly language classes have taught me humility more than anything else.
Tanning bed users have nearly twice as much damage to skin cells, Northwestern study finds
Use of tanning beds nearly triples the risk of developing melanoma, and it also damages...
Legalized marijuana proposal goes to Florida Supreme Court
Attorney General James Uthmeier submitted a proposed recreational-marijuana constitutional amendment to the Florida Supreme Court,...
Miami’s Nicklaus Children’s strengthens its push north into Broward and Palm Beach counties
Nicklaus Children's of Miami builds its push north with a new market president who will...
Trump administration moves to cut off transgender care for children
The moves contradict the recommendations of major medical groups.
New student loan rule could dissuade people from advanced nursing degrees
A provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act overhauls the student loan program for...
Nebraska plans to be the first state to implement Trump’s new Medicaid work requirements
Trump signed a law requiring states to start enforcing the requirements by 2027.
Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use
The findings reveal a significant drop from 30 years ago.
When measles hit West Texas, school absences soared and it wasn’t just sick kids who were out
The study offers a glimpse at the toll on student learning from measles spreading.
Like many holiday traditions, lighting candles and fireplaces is best done in moderation
Indoor air can be more polluted than outdoor air, especially during colder months.
Younger generations redefining masculinity through self-care
Younger men's recognition of the need for self-care reflects a growing shift in a new...
Former NIH scientist sues Trump administration, claims illegal firing over research cuts
Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo filed the complaint alleging whistleblower retaliation.
Under Kennedy, America’s health department is in the business of promoting Kennedy
HHS has compromised campaigns promoting immunizations and other preventive health measures.
DeSantis warns of dangers of AI, calls for Florida to regulate the technology
Gov. DeSantis repeated calls for Florida to regulate AI. He also said President Trump’s executive...
FDA OKs libido-boosting pill for women who have gone through menopause
The once-a-day pill can now be taken by women older than 65.
More people are caring for dying loved ones at home. A New Orleans nonprofit is showing them how
Demand for home health care, including at-home hospice care, has skyrocketed.
Nordic people know how to beat the winter blues. Here’s how to find light in the darkest months
The Nordic countries are no strangers to the long, dark winter.
A guide to good manners at the retail counter this holiday season
Experts recommend that customers reduce their own stress by planning shopping trips ahead.
Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers
Sound baths have surged in popularity since the coronavirus pandemic.
Winter virus season so far is not too bad, but doctors worry about suffering to come
Flu season activity is still low in many parts of the U.S.
If you want that tattoo erased it’s going to hurt and it’s going to cost you
A 2023 survey determined that 32% of adults in the United States have tattoos.
Florida, Texas sue federal government, saying abortion drugs interfere with state laws
Florida and Texas have filed a lawsuit challenging more than two decades of federal-government decisions...
The Senate voted down dueling health proposals. Here’s what’s at stake for Americans
Affordable Care Act subsidies will end in three weeks, more than doubling the premiums.
Trump wants Americans to make more babies. Critics say his policies won’t help raise them
The national birth rate has largely been on a downward trajectory since 2007.
Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans
Republicans and Democrats never engaged in meaningful or high-level negotiations on a solution.
Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US
Oreo Zero Sugar and Oreo Double Stuf Zero Sugar will go on sale in January.
Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products
The outbreak now includes at least 51 infants in 19 states.
Feds promised ‘radical transparency’ but are withholding rural health fund applications
Democrats and health care advocates are concerned politics will affect how much money states get.
FDA opens safety review of injectable RSV drugs approved for babies and toddlers
The drugs from Merck and Sanofi are not vaccines.
How a rare drug made from scientists’ blood saves babies from botulism
An IV medication uses antibodies from volunteers to help babies too young to fight the...
Medicaid work rules exempt the ‘medically frail.’ Deciding who qualifies is tricky
Lacking sufficient federal guidance, states are wrestling with how to define medical frailty.
Affordable Care Act enrollment is slightly ahead of last year so far, despite expiring subsidies
Subsidies set to expire at the end of 2025 will make the coverage more expensive...
AI vs. AI: Patients deploy bots to battle health insurers that deny care
“We don’t want to get on an AI-enabled treadmill that just speeds up.”
After series of denials, his insurer approved doctor-recommended cancer care. It was too late
It’s infeasible to count the people harmed by prior authorization.
Cancer stole her voice. She used AI, curse words and kids’ books to get it back
Sonya Sotinsky’s AI voice literally helped save her life.
US vaccine advisers say not all babies need a hepatitis B shot at birth
A loud chorus of medical and public health leaders decried the actions of the panel.
‘We can’t just teach abstinence’: How advice on bed-sharing with a baby is evolving
Babies who share a bed with their mothers have been shown to breastfeed longer.
Former head of Boca Raton nursing school found guilty in fake diploma scheme
The former director of nursing at a Boca Raton nursing school was found guilty of...
After shutdown, federal employees face new uncertainty: affording health insurance
Average premium payments in the federal government’s insurance program for its employees are set to...
Kennedy’s vaccine advisory committee delays vote on hepatitis B shots for newborns
The shots are widely considered to be a public health success for preventing thousands of...
Why doing good also makes us feel good, during the holidays and beyond
Many people feel more connected to their communities through acts of service.
A single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer, study finds
A single HPV shot provided about 97% protection, similar to two doses.
The transgender cancer patient and what she heard on tape
The health care workers talked about transgender identity. and Capasso said it appeared that hospital...
Could weight loss drugs turn fat cats Into svelte Ozempets?
Some veterinarians have already begun administering human GLP-1 drugs, off label, to diabetic cats.
Shredded cheese sold in dozens of states recalled due to potential for metal fragment contamination
The products are sold under private store-brand labels at retailers including Target, Walmart and Aldi.
What to know about the hepatitis B shot — and why Trump officials are targeting it
A federal committee voted to do away with a decades-old recommendation.
A hidden health crisis following natural disasters: Mold growth in homes
An estimated 47% of residential buildings in the United States contain mold or dampness.
Delayed care to 2 Black pregnant women highlights maternal health disparities
Each instance highlights the long-standing and rising disparities in health outcomes for Black women.
Health insurance exchange approved by Florida House panel
A Florida House panel Tuesday backed a proposal that would create a state program offering...
Complaints about gaps in Medicare Advantage networks are common. Federal enforcement is rare
Conflicts between Medicare Advantage plans and the doctors, hospitals, and other providers that serve their...
Waning immunity and falling vaccination rates fuel pertussis outbreaks
Whooping cough is especially dangerous for infants under a year old. In the first three...
New FDA-approved glasses can slow nearsightedness in kids
These specialized glasses aim to reduce the progression of myopia in kids 6-12.
In South Florida, the new third space isn’t a coffee shop. It’s your networking group
As the job market becomes increasingly strenuous and as people seek connection in a post-pandemic...
Move. Cheer. Dance. Do the wave. How to tap into the collective joy of ‘we mode’
Researchers say the heartbeats and brain waves of people engaged in an exciting group activity...
Autoimmune diseases can strike any part of the body, and mostly affect women. Here’s what to know
New research is raising the prospect of treatments that might do more than tamp down...
How’s your heart? Broward to resume offering free preventive screenings
Broward became the first county in the country to offer a free cardiac scan as...
It’s possible to get addicted to pot. Here’s what to know
It’s called cannabis use disorder and it’s on the rise, affecting about 3 in 10.
Gen Z men’s fixation with fitness comes at a cost
Men in the 18-25 age group are chasing physiques that are shaped by fitness influencers,...
Medicaid cuts aren’t just numbers, they’re life-changing to Florida families
As states navigate the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Medicaid programs are...
Your health in your pocket: Are wearable fitness devices helping or hurting you?
Wellness culture is top of mind year-round, with health apps becoming an essential and addictive...
Breast cancer and birth control: A huge new study shows how science can be distorted
Doctors say the results won’t change how they counsel patients.
Trump administration says lower prices for 15 Medicare drugs will save taxpayers billions
The negotiation program is mandated by law and began under the Biden administration.
Florida AG vows to investigate Campbell Soup after claims of ‘lab grown meat’
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier vows to investigate the Campbell Soup Company after claims the...
Kids get diseases like lupus, too. As researchers hunt better treatments, this camp brings joy
Autoimmune diseases are more rare in kids but they do happen.
ByHeart baby formula from all lots may be contaminated with botulism bacteria, tests show
At least 31 babies in 15 states have been sickened in the outbreak.
They relied on marijuana to get through the day. But then days felt impossible without it
Experts warn that the risks of heavy, daily use remain underrecognized.