Carl Lisciandrello
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WUSF
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.
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adobe.stock.comThere have been five deaths in Florida attributed to the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria this year. Since mid-July, the state has recorded five additional cases for a total of 16 this year. -
adobe.stock.comThe 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.
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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. -
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. -
Thanks to the success of the recent Stamp Out Hunger food drive, the shelves are full. But without enough hands to sort and hand out those donations, much of that food risks going unused. -
Calhoun Liberty in Blountstown is a keystone hospital, meaning it's the only facility for 30 miles. Hurricane Michael damaged the previous building in 2018, leaving it operating at a reduced capacity for years. -
Data posted on the Florida Department of Health website showed 1,201 reported deaths, up from 1,144 a week earlier. -
Health insurance generally doesn’t cover treatment for injuries sustained shortly before a customer buys a policy. A Massachusetts woman found that out the hard way. -
Scientists recently decided to see just how much of a health benefit stair-steppers enjoy. Among the findings of the observational study was the risk of dying from any cause was reduced by 24%. -
The test, a staple in schools since 1966, was phased out during the Obama administration. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to bring it back and reinvigorate a national sports council.
