Alzheimer’s drug shows promising results in trial study
The company is already seeking an accelerated approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the agency is expected to decide by early next year.
5-year-old girl born with half a heart; family raises awareness about rare disorder
Katherine’s heart defect hasn’t stopped her love for others. Her dad says she’s caring, empathetic, and concerned about the well-being of others.
What is melanoma and how is it different from other skin cancers?
AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Raj Sawh-Martinez, a melanoma care expert and surgeon, explains what melanoma is and how different it is from other skin cancers.
Florida teen fighting brain-eating amoeba
A 13-year-old Florida boy was flown from Tampa to Chicago to continue his fight against a rare and potentially deadly brain-eating amoeba.
AdventHealth Orlando: When should children be immunized? What vaccinations should children get?
Dr. Nathan Hershberger, family medicine physician from AdventHealth, explains the importance of having your family up-to-date on immunizations.
West Nile virus case prompts new mosquito control measures
The first reported human case of the West Nile Virus in the state this year has been confirmed in Central Florida and health officials have heightened concerns that others may become sick.
Florida's first child monkeypox case reported
Florida reported its first pediatric case of monkeypox. As of August 16, 2022, the state reported 1,317 cases among the 11,890 nationwide cases.
AdventHealth Orlando: Keeping kids healthy before school starts
AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Sarah Li joined Good Day Orlando to talk back-to-school health. When do kids need a physical? Do children need an ECG or EKG screening?
US declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The federal government declared a public health emergency Thursday to bolster the response to the monkeypox outbreak that has infected more than 6,600 Americans.
Gov. DeSantis suspends state attorney over abortion law enforcement
Surrounded by Bay Area sheriffs, Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended the Hillsborough County State Attorney, saying he violated his oath of office and has been soft on crime.
What is Paxlovid? President Biden prescribed medication to fight COVID-19 symptoms
President Joe Biden is being treated for a coronavirus infection. In a video, the president said his symptoms were mild. He has been prescribed a medication known as Paxlovid, which treats the symptoms of COVID-19.
Laughing gas and childbirth: An option for patients looking for a middle ground
Doctors and patients around the world are likely familiar with using laughing gas during childbirth, but it’s largely gone under the radar here in the U.S. — until now.
Fauci to retire by the end of Biden's term: report
Dr. Anthony Fauci is reportedly set to retire after more than five decades in federal service.
AdventHealth Orlando: What is melanoma and how is it different from other skin cancers?
AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Raj Sawh-Martinez, a melanoma care expert and surgeon, explains what melanoma is and how different it is from other skin cancers.
What is melanoma and how is it different from other skin cancers?
AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Raj Sawh-Martinez, a melanoma care expert and surgeon, explains what melanoma is and how different it is from other skin cancers.
AdventHealth Orlando: What are the signs of heat exhaustion?
AdventHealth's Dr. David Spurlock explains the signs of heat exhaustion and safety tips to know and look out for.
COVID-19 omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 could be ‘worst’ so far, doctors say
Subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are more transmissible, and early evidence shows both are capable of evading immune responses from previous infection as well as current COVID-19 vaccines.
Recreational marijuana use linked to increased chance of ER, hospitalization, study finds
Acute trauma was the most common cause, followed by respiratory health reasons and gastrointestinal issues.
AdventHealth Orlando: What are the signs of a hernia?
Dr. Scott Bloom, a Board Certified General Surgeon with AdventHealth, visited Good Day Orlando on Monday morning to discuss hernias: what they are, the symptoms of them, who is at risk, and more.
Recognizing signs of heat exhaustion, heatstroke
Experts say avoid activity outdoors during peak hours of the day. Central Florida is expecting the feels-like temperatures to reach into the 100s over the weekend.