Dengue fever in Florida: 1 case confirmed in Orange County; 40+ cases statewide
A locally-acquired case of dengue fever has been confirmed in Orange County, and more than 40 cases across Florida. Here's what to know about signs, symptoms, and prevention.
A locally-acquired case of dengue fever has been confirmed in Orange County, and more than 40 cases across Florida. Here's what to know about signs, symptoms, and prevention.
Skin cancer: Warning signs, treatment advancements
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., but early detection and groundbreaking treatments like TIL therapy (Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocyte Therapy) are transforming care. Dr. Sajeve Thomas, Medical Director of the Melanoma, Skin, and Sarcoma Program at AdventHealth Orlando, breaks down key warning signs, prevention tips, and the latest medical advances.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., but early detection and groundbreaking treatments like TIL therapy (Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocyte Therapy) are transforming care. Dr. Sajeve Thomas, Medical Director of the Melanoma, Skin, and Sarcoma Program at AdventHealth Orlando, breaks down key warning signs, prevention tips, and the latest medical advances.
Growing athletes face unique injury risks as school sports return
As school sports get into full swing, thousands of young athletes across Central Florida are returning to fields and courts. But because children and teenagers are still growing, they can face injury risks that differ from those of adult athletes. Dr. Sean Keyes, a board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist with AdventHealth, said young athletes face several challenges as they develop.
As school sports get into full swing, thousands of young athletes across Central Florida are returning to fields and courts. But because children and teenagers are still growing, they can face injury risks that differ from those of adult athletes. Dr. Sean Keyes, a board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist with AdventHealth, said young athletes face several challenges as they develop.
Groundbreaking Alzheimer's Treatment offers Patients New Hope
A new pharmaceutical drug is offering fresh hope to Alzheimer's patients. Good Day Orlando spoke with the medical director of Broward Health North’s Memory Disorder Center to discuss how the treatment works and the real-world changes patients are experiencing.
A new pharmaceutical drug is offering fresh hope to Alzheimer's patients. Good Day Orlando spoke with the medical director of Broward Health North’s Memory Disorder Center to discuss how the treatment works and the real-world changes patients are experiencing.
Back-to-school mental health: How to check in on kids
As students start the new school year, adjusting to new routines, teachers, and classmates can trigger real stress. How can parents tell the difference between typical back-to-school jitters and a deeper mental health issue? Dr. Chloe Barry, a pediatric psychologist at AdventHealth for Children, joined FOX 35 to to talk about kids, mental health, and what signs parents should look for.
As students start the new school year, adjusting to new routines, teachers, and classmates can trigger real stress. How can parents tell the difference between typical back-to-school jitters and a deeper mental health issue? Dr. Chloe Barry, a pediatric psychologist at AdventHealth for Children, joined FOX 35 to to talk about kids, mental health, and what signs parents should look for.
'Flesh-eating' bacteria survivor issues warning after 14 cases in Florida in 2026
A Marion County resident between the ages of 60 and 74 has died after contracting a severe infection from Vibrio vulnificus—a rare, naturally occurring bacteria often referred to as "flesh-eating." Survivor Genevieve Gallagher is now using her experience to warn others about how easily the bacteria can strike.
A Marion County resident between the ages of 60 and 74 has died after contracting a severe infection from Vibrio vulnificus—a rare, naturally occurring bacteria often referred to as "flesh-eating." Survivor Genevieve Gallagher is now using her experience to warn others about how easily the bacteria can strike.
Florida reports 2nd 'flesh-eating' bacteria death of 2026 as cases reach 14
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
Flesh-eating bacteria in Florida: Second person dies from Vibrio vulnificus
A second person in Florida has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, a potentially deadly bacterium found naturally in warm coastal waters, according to state health officials.
A second person in Florida has died this year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, a potentially deadly bacterium found naturally in warm coastal waters, according to state health officials.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Florida cases up to 264; county-by-county breakdown
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating several outbreaks of Cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection that can lead to frequent and watery diarrhea.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating several outbreaks of Cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection that can lead to frequent and watery diarrhea.
A shorter eating window may lower dementia risk, study finds
Reducing the risk of dementia may be possible with a shift in eating habits. The change in this case, though, is not about what a person eats as much as it is about when.
Reducing the risk of dementia may be possible with a shift in eating habits. The change in this case, though, is not about what a person eats as much as it is about when.
Lou Koller, Sick of It All frontman, dies at 59 after cancer battle
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.
Florida now requiring heart screenings for high school athletes
Florida high school students will now be required to undergo an electrocardiogram, or EKG, before participating in school sports under a new statewide law aimed at detecting potentially life-threatening heart conditions.
Florida high school students will now be required to undergo an electrocardiogram, or EKG, before participating in school sports under a new statewide law aimed at detecting potentially life-threatening heart conditions.
Taylor Farms recall: States where lettuce pulled over Cyclospora fears
Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold.
Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold.
Alaska cruise ship reports 3rd stomach illness outbreak in less than three months
A cruise ship that travels off the coast of Alaska during the summer has reported its third outbreak of stomach illnesses on board in less than three months.
A cruise ship that travels off the coast of Alaska during the summer has reported its third outbreak of stomach illnesses on board in less than three months.
Taco Bell responds to fans after pulling lettuce following cyclospora outbreak
Taco Bell responded to fans via X after it pulled lettuce from one of its suppliers as federal investigators continue probing a fast-moving Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to restaurants in five states.
Taco Bell responded to fans via X after it pulled lettuce from one of its suppliers as federal investigators continue probing a fast-moving Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to restaurants in five states.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visits Tampa General Hospital to launch healthy food pledge
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins visited Tampa General Hospital on Thursday to roll out a nationwide push aimed at transforming how medical facilities feed their patients.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins visited Tampa General Hospital on Thursday to roll out a nationwide push aimed at transforming how medical facilities feed their patients.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Florida cases up to 106; county-by-county breakdown
More than 100 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year, more than half of those cases during the months of June and July, according to the Florida Department of Health.
More than 100 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year, more than half of those cases during the months of June and July, according to the Florida Department of Health.
Knee replacement surgery: Signs, symptoms, and treatment
Dr. Mark Duber, Orthopedic Surgeon at AdventHealth, talks about knee injuries, knee placement surgery, and what to look for and ask when considering a surgeon or hospital to perform knee replacement.
Dr. Mark Duber, Orthopedic Surgeon at AdventHealth, talks about knee injuries, knee placement surgery, and what to look for and ask when considering a surgeon or hospital to perform knee replacement.
Florida cyclosporiasis cases up to 60: Here's where, when, latest updates
More than 30 states have reported confirmed cases of Cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal infection from a parasite that can sometimes lead to frequent, watery, and explosive diarrhea, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
More than 30 states have reported confirmed cases of Cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal infection from a parasite that can sometimes lead to frequent, watery, and explosive diarrhea, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly tied to salad greens, lettuce, MDHHS says
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.