DeSantis refuses to buy vaccines for Florida’s youngest children Read more

A federal appeals court last week rejected a Trump administration finding that the active ingredient in the weed killer Roundup does not pose a serious health risk and is “not likely” to cause cancer in humans. Read more

With all of the Juneteenth celebrations going on, don’t forget that Sunday is also Father’s Day. Read more

While many of us procrastinate when it comes to our health, studies show men tend to resist medical care more than women. This June, as we celebrate Men’s Health Month, it’s important that we encourage the men in our lives to take charge of their health and get back on track. Read more

Teenagers have unique needs when it comes to their gynecological care, whether they’re going through common developmental changes or having issues with their periods or puberty. Read more

As locals and vacationers prepare to spend more time outdoors this summer, health experts are sharing ways they can protect their skin and potentially reduce the risks of skin cancer. Read more

Eating disorders on the rise Read more

Between work, family obligations and a constantly changing world, people in the United States are stressed. In fact, U.S. workers are among the most stressed in the world, according to a State of the Global Workplace study. While some stress is unavoidable and can be good for you, constant o… Read more

Three Miami-Dade nonprofit organizations that help feed children, families and seniors will receive close to $1 million each from the Florida Blue Foundation. Read more

Three doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine offer strong protection for children younger than 5, the company announced Monday. Pfizer plans to give the data to U.S. regulators later this week in a step toward letting the littlest kids get the shots. Read more

Children ages 5-11 should get a booster dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, advisers to the U.S. government said late last week. Read more

The number of Florida hospital inpatients with COVID-19 jumped 24% during the past week after a nearly 20% increase the previous week, according to data posted Friday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Read more

Two suspected case of monkeypox are being investigated in South Florida, state health officials said. Read more

The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change.   Read more

The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 hit 1 million on Monday, a once unimaginable figure that only hints at the multitudes of loved ones and friends staggered by grief and frustration. Read more

On January 8, Ricky Mitchell was returning home after having breakfast with his mother, Adonna Mitchell, when he started to complain that he felt strange. The 41-year-old, who suffers from seizures, knew that his body was going through something, unlike anything he had experienced before. Read more

The United States Coast Guard compiles data about water sports and boating accidents annually. Year after year, Florida tops the list with the most injuries, accidents, and deaths. Read more

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, the perfect platform to increase awareness and destigmatize mental health issues – particularly in marginalized communities – and address the toll that’s been taken on people’s mental wellness by the ongoing pandemic. Read more

Parents across the U.S. are scrambling to find baby formula because supply disruptions and a massive safety recall have swept many leading brands off store shelves. Read more

Understanding and improving cholesterol is important for people of all ages, including children and teens. Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels can help keep your heart healthy and lower your chances of getting heart disease or having a stroke. Read more

A smaller portion of U.S. children got routine vaccinations required for kindergarten during the pandemic, government researchers said Thursday, raising concerns that measles and other preventable diseases could increase. Read more

COVID-19 vaccinations are at a critical juncture as companies test whether new approaches like combination shots or nasal drops can keep up with a mutating coronavirus – even though it’s not clear if changes are needed. Read more

The Biden administration is taking steps to expand availability of the lifesaving COVID-19 antiviral treatment Paxlovid, as it seeks to reassure doctors that there is ample supply for people at high risk of severe illness or death from the virus. Read more

Experts warn against letting down your guard Read more

U.S. regulators will soon begin cracking down on vaping companies using a now-closed loophole, including a line of fruit-flavored e-cigarettes that have become teenagers’ top choice. Read more