'Yomi the robot' helps dentistry make new strides
Technology from space is transforming dentistry right here on Earth. A new robot is now on the job for one Central Florida dentist, making implants for patients. FOX 35's Esther Bower explains how it all works.
Technology from space is transforming dentistry right here on Earth. A new robot is now on the job for one Central Florida dentist, making implants for patients. FOX 35's Esther Bower explains how it all works.
Rep. Ocasio-Cortez blasts Trump administration
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hosted a town hall event on Friday, May 2, in Jackson Heights, New York. At the event, she blasted the Trump administration on issues ranging from free speech to DOGE spending cuts and immigration. At one point, the four-term congresswoman called out border czar Tom Homan by name, challenging him to "come for me." There has been some buzz about Ocasio-Cortez running for president in 2028.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hosted a town hall event on Friday, May 2, in Jackson Heights, New York. At the event, she blasted the Trump administration on issues ranging from free speech to DOGE spending cuts and immigration. At one point, the four-term congresswoman called out border czar Tom Homan by name, challenging him to "come for me." There has been some buzz about Ocasio-Cortez running for president in 2028.
President Trump delivers remarks on investing in America
President Donald Trump spoke on Wednesday afternoon at the White House, where he delivered remarks on the benefits and strengths of investing in America. The remarks came as new economic data showed the United States economy shrinking in the first three months of the president's term. During his remarks, Trump thanked CEOs of global companies for their monetary commitment to build and manufacture their product in the U.S., as well as announced five trillion dollars of committed investments and said he believes much more is to come.
President Donald Trump spoke on Wednesday afternoon at the White House, where he delivered remarks on the benefits and strengths of investing in America. The remarks came as new economic data showed the United States economy shrinking in the first three months of the president's term. During his remarks, Trump thanked CEOs of global companies for their monetary commitment to build and manufacture their product in the U.S., as well as announced five trillion dollars of committed investments and said he believes much more is to come.
Girls hitting puberty earlier and earlier
Girls are hitting puberty earlier and earlier. Dr. Matthew Knight, president of the Knight Dermatology Institute, joins FOX 35 to talk about what's causing this and what to look for, as well as offers practical take-home advice for parents.
Girls are hitting puberty earlier and earlier. Dr. Matthew Knight, president of the Knight Dermatology Institute, joins FOX 35 to talk about what's causing this and what to look for, as well as offers practical take-home advice for parents.
U.S. economy shrinks, U.S. and Ukraine reach rare minerals deal
The United States and Ukraine have signed an ?economic partnership agreement? that will give Washington access to Kyiv?s mineral resources in exchange for establishing an investment fund in Ukraine. The U.S. and Ukraine have been trying to hammer out the natural resources deal since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January. In other political news, the U.S. economy shrank during the first three months of the year, according to figures released by the Commerce Department yesterday. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 to all the latest political headlines.
The United States and Ukraine have signed an ?economic partnership agreement? that will give Washington access to Kyiv?s mineral resources in exchange for establishing an investment fund in Ukraine. The U.S. and Ukraine have been trying to hammer out the natural resources deal since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January. In other political news, the U.S. economy shrank during the first three months of the year, according to figures released by the Commerce Department yesterday. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 to all the latest political headlines.
New social media trend triggers unhealthy habits
"SkinnyTok" is a new popular weight-loss trend making the rounds on TikTok. Creators are pairing the hashtag with videos that share various ways to lose weight, many of them based on the goal of getting as thin as possible in a short amount of time. Deena Centofanti, with the FOX Medical Team, joins FOX 35 to talk about the dangers and concerns.
"SkinnyTok" is a new popular weight-loss trend making the rounds on TikTok. Creators are pairing the hashtag with videos that share various ways to lose weight, many of them based on the goal of getting as thin as possible in a short amount of time. Deena Centofanti, with the FOX Medical Team, joins FOX 35 to talk about the dangers and concerns.
New research on weight loss, walking, and exercise
Bret Goodpaster, Ph.D., Senior Investigator and Scientific Director at the AdventHealth Translational Research Institute (TRI), joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about his research on weight loss, walking, and exercise.
Bret Goodpaster, Ph.D., Senior Investigator and Scientific Director at the AdventHealth Translational Research Institute (TRI), joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about his research on weight loss, walking, and exercise.
New study suggests too much chicken raises cancer risk
Although chicken has long been considered a healthy alternative to red meat, new research is looking into the correlation between chicken consumption and cancer risks.
Although chicken has long been considered a healthy alternative to red meat, new research is looking into the correlation between chicken consumption and cancer risks.
Orlando athlete survives rare heart failure, urges young adults to trust their health instincts
An Orlando woman is making it her mission to keep young athletes healthy.
An Orlando woman is making it her mission to keep young athletes healthy.
New blood test unveiled to enhance detection of common cancers
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
UK researchers created the test using AI to examine blood samples to detect cancer present in the body.
Autism rates on the rise
With autism rates on the ride across the United States, FOX 35 brings in Dr. Matthew Knight, the president of Knight Dermatology Institute, to talk about what autism is and why it's important to understand. Knight gives advice on what parents should look out for, shared his personal experiences and offers real-world advice on what makes autism symptoms worse.
With autism rates on the ride across the United States, FOX 35 brings in Dr. Matthew Knight, the president of Knight Dermatology Institute, to talk about what autism is and why it's important to understand. Knight gives advice on what parents should look out for, shared his personal experiences and offers real-world advice on what makes autism symptoms worse.
Man killed in shooting involving deputy suffered from mental health issues, family says
A Clermont man killed in a shooting involving Lake County sheriff's deputies suffered from mental health issues, according to his stepfather.
A Clermont man killed in a shooting involving Lake County sheriff's deputies suffered from mental health issues, according to his stepfather.
Eli Lilly launches new weight loss drug pill
Eli Lilly is launching a new weight loss option -- a pill vs. an injectable. The new weight loss pill, orforglipron, is a once-daily oral GLP-1 receptor agonist that is designed to lower blood sugar and help with weight loss. Experts are watching to see how it competes with Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, other weight-loss options. Editor's note: An earlier description incorrectly said Eli Lilly manufactured Ozempic. That is not correct.
Eli Lilly is launching a new weight loss option -- a pill vs. an injectable. The new weight loss pill, orforglipron, is a once-daily oral GLP-1 receptor agonist that is designed to lower blood sugar and help with weight loss. Experts are watching to see how it competes with Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, other weight-loss options. Editor's note: An earlier description incorrectly said Eli Lilly manufactured Ozempic. That is not correct.
Understanding the sun's impact on aging
New research suggests that extreme heat can affect not only physical appearances, but how fast we age. Researchers took blood samples from 3,600 older adults who live in neighbors prone to extreme heat. The study showed that people had accelerated ageing at a molecular level.
New research suggests that extreme heat can affect not only physical appearances, but how fast we age. Researchers took blood samples from 3,600 older adults who live in neighbors prone to extreme heat. The study showed that people had accelerated ageing at a molecular level.
'Like a war zone': Brevard County hospitals dealing with Rockledge closure
FOX 35's Esther Bower is investigating a health care crisis in Brevard County. Patients in the area say they are waiting hours in the emergency room because hospitals are overflowing. Earlier this month, the Rockledge Hospital shut down its emergency room, and the facility will fully close next week.
FOX 35's Esther Bower is investigating a health care crisis in Brevard County. Patients in the area say they are waiting hours in the emergency room because hospitals are overflowing. Earlier this month, the Rockledge Hospital shut down its emergency room, and the facility will fully close next week.
Women are waiting longer to have children
Dr. Matthew Knight, president of Knight Dermatology Institute, joins FOX 35 to talk about why more women are waiting longer to have children. Knight discusses what this means for the United States over the next few decades, as well as what the risks are of having children at a later age.
Dr. Matthew Knight, president of Knight Dermatology Institute, joins FOX 35 to talk about why more women are waiting longer to have children. Knight discusses what this means for the United States over the next few decades, as well as what the risks are of having children at a later age.
Florida one step closer to banning fluoride in water
Florida is one step closer to banning fluoride in its water. The state senate passed a bill last night to prevent local cities and counties from using the additive. However, it's not a done deal yet, because the bill still has to pass the house. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay explains why some lawmakers are calling the bill "a joke."
Florida is one step closer to banning fluoride in its water. The state senate passed a bill last night to prevent local cities and counties from using the additive. However, it's not a done deal yet, because the bill still has to pass the house. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay explains why some lawmakers are calling the bill "a joke."
House Calls: How to become an organ donor
Dr. Bobby Nibhanupudy, medical director of Our Legacy and Abdominal Transplant at AdventHealth, stopped by FOX 35 Orlando to discuss National Donate Life Month, how to become an organ donor, and why it is so important.
Dr. Bobby Nibhanupudy, medical director of Our Legacy and Abdominal Transplant at AdventHealth, stopped by FOX 35 Orlando to discuss National Donate Life Month, how to become an organ donor, and why it is so important.
RFK Jr. defends deep health care cuts
Public health officials across the country are sounding the alarm about deep cuts to health care services. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior is doubling down on some of the cuts and even calling for more. FOX 35's Mike Emanuel brings us the latest updates.
Public health officials across the country are sounding the alarm about deep cuts to health care services. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior is doubling down on some of the cuts and even calling for more. FOX 35's Mike Emanuel brings us the latest updates.
U.S. Treasury: DOGE doesn't deny deficit
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has now saved taxpayers more than $150 billion so far, but new date shows that DOGE hasn't made a dent in the deficit because of increased spending. The treasury department reports that spending is up more than $139 billion in the first three months of this yea. The federal government has borrowed $41 million more during that period than last year. Democrats are now questioning where DOGE is adding to the deficit by making cuts that later end up being overturned by the courts.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has now saved taxpayers more than $150 billion so far, but new date shows that DOGE hasn't made a dent in the deficit because of increased spending. The treasury department reports that spending is up more than $139 billion in the first three months of this yea. The federal government has borrowed $41 million more during that period than last year. Democrats are now questioning where DOGE is adding to the deficit by making cuts that later end up being overturned by the courts.