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Among more than 20 pediatricians contacted, only one agreed to speak on the record about the risks of measles and the importance of childhood vaccination. Others declined, citing a range of concerns.
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Researchers recently found that dieting cats undergo a significant change in the populations of bacteria in their gut. In fact, it’s thought to be like what happens in their people. -
fileThe virus has infected over 7,000 people, mainly in the southern Chinese manufacturing hub of Foshan. An expert says the outbreak appears to be the largest ever documented in China.
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Beginning Jan. 1, SNAP recipients in Florida will no longer be able to use the benefit on soda, energy drinks, candy or prepared desserts like packaged cakes and cookies. -
State health officials say there have concerns about milk sanitation practices at Keely Farms Dairy in New Smyrna Beach, which has been linked to all 21 illnesses. -
The team is using digital stethoscopes and machine learning to analyze heartbeats, similar to how a musician picks up an off-key note. Models have high accuracy in predicting issues doctors may miss. -
St. Petersburg partnered with the Healthy Homes Community Coalition to launch a lead-reduction program. Now, federal funding for that program is at risk. -
Should you get vaccinated? Will your insurer pay for it? And will you still be able to find a vaccine? KFF Health News tries to sort out where things stand. -
Dr. Joe Sirven and his team of medical experts discuss this month's biggest health care headlines from a game-changing menstrual pad to disease-sensing canines. -
Coronary artery calcium scans can offer a more precise estimate of a patient’s chances for major cardiac events. Some cardiologists say it remains underused. -
State Sen. Darryl Rouson, D-St. Petersburg, and state Rep. Fentrice Driskell, D-Tampa, are touting state allocations for two major initiatives through the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research. -
The state health department says the illnesses — caused by Campylobacter and STEC bacteria — are linked to milk from a farm with poor sanitation practices.
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On "The Florida Roundup," Dr. Cheryl Holder gave tips on how to protect yourself during extreme heat. For example, avoiding alcohol and excessive caffeine. -
The risk of unwanted advances, lingering stares and invasive comments often lead some to seek out gym alternatives where they can workout in peace. -
TGH partners with Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian to elevate patient meals, part of a broader plan to deliver healthy, convenient and actually tasty food.
