MIAMI – Flu cases are rising rapidly across Florida, with the state among 27 experiencing “very high” flu activity, according to the Centers for Disease
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Dentists weigh in on the safety of fluoride in drinking water
MIAMI – The ongoing debate over the safety of fluoride is prompting a a Florida county to consider removing it from their drinking water. Lee
Nicotine pouches gaining popularity among teens, raising concerns for doctors and advocacy groups
MIAMI – A discreet way to consume nicotine is catching the attention of advocacy groups and physicians in South Florida, who worry that pouches containing
Fort Lauderdale firefighter shares mental health story to help other first responders
MIAMI – As part of our ongoing mission to spread awareness about first responder mental health, we’ve shared some pretty powerful stories. We’ve heard from
The high cost of weight loss: How patients are fighting for access to breakthrough medications
MIAMI – Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have transformed the weight loss industry, becoming household names seemingly overnight. Touted as game-changers, these medications not
Bristol Palin, Sarah Palin's daughter, shares video of face paralysis
Originally appeared on E! Online Bristol Palin is getting candid on a scary experience. The daughter of 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin shared
Can Elon Musk’s brain chip help cure paralysis? Here’s what you need to know
MIAMI – Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain-computer interface is now at the forefront of paralysis research, with the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine chosen
New Miami storage facility could hold key to scientific breakthroughs
MIAMI – A new, high-tech storage facility is open in Miami. But, this one isn’t for old furniture or your holiday decorations. This storage space
Andie MacDowell shares piriformis syndrome diagnosis
Originally appeared on E! Online. Andie MacDowell is getting candid about her heath. “The Four Weddings and a Funeral” star opened up about her struggles
“It’s about time”: FDA ban on red 3 sparks calls for more food safety reform
MIAMI – The FDA’s decision to ban the synthetic dye Red 3 is being hailed by health experts as a step toward improving the nation’s