Don't eat glitter, FDA warns

It may look tempting, but that sparkly glitter on top of a freshly baked cupcake, cookie or other tasty treats may not be safe to eat.

Federal contraception rules move foward

The Trump administration on Wednesday released a pair of rules that will allow employers with religious or moral objections to contraception to offer health-benefit plans without the coverage.

Democrats call for state-run bank for medical marijuana industry

It may be legal in Florida, but patients like Gena Lederhandler say it’s still not easy or cheap to get their medicinal marijuana prescriptions filled.  The reason: the payment method.

LifeSouth: Blood donors needed after Hurricane Michael

Community blood center 'LifeSouth' announced on Thursday that they need the help of donors after Hurricane Michael.

Fight to have cannabis oil in public schools

A battle over cannabis oil in public schools has erupted, as a Florida couple seeks to change the law to help their daughter.

FDA: People taking opioids meant for pet

Hazel is a puppy that is just coming-to after vets at Delaporte Veterinary Hospital sedated her for an operation.

State seeks to uphold ban on smoking medical marijuana

Pointing in part to smoking-related health effects, Attorney General Pam Bondi’s office on Friday filed a 57-page brief arguing that an appeals court should uphold a decision by the Legislature to ban smoking medical marijuana.

Florida mom warns of liquid nitrogen 'Dragon's Breath' snack

A Florida mom whose son was recently hospitalized after he ate a "Dragon’s Breath" snack is warning others about the dangers of the liquid nitrogen-infused treat, especially for those with asthma.

Judge urges denial of Nemours transplant proposals

Siding with a preliminary decision by state regulators, an administrative law judge Tuesday recommended denial of plans by Nemours Children’s Hospital to offer pediatric heart transplants and heart and lung transplants.

New app connects grieving strangers through texts

It's been nearly 2 years since Robynne Boyd of Decatur said goodbye to her mother Carol, and her marriage.

Tebow CURE Hospital corrects boy's leg deformity

An 11-year-old boy from the Philippines has undergone life-changing surgery to correct a congenital leg deformity. 

Groundbreaking gene therapy helps Florida boy see

A 9-year-old Florida boy has a whole new outlook, after years of struggling to see through the shadows. 

Voluntary recall of Odwalla Superfood bottles

A voluntary recall has been issued for a limited quantity of Odwalla Superfood bottles. 

University of Florida Heath gets distinction

The University of Florida Health is being named a center for Excellence by the National Network of Depression Centers.

Suicides increase in Florida, country

Florida’s suicide rate increased 10.6 percent from 1999 to 2016, though most states saw larger increases, according to a new report from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Medical marijuana patients in Florida will soon be able to smoke it

Amanda Gammisch says it’s an exciting day for herself and thousands of other medical marijuana patients in Florida, who will soon be able use medical pot by smoking it.

Feds reportedly investigating allegations of exploding NutriBullets; more victims come forward

The federal government has reportedly launched an investigation into NutriBullet following FOX 11’s investigations into allegations that the devices explode and cause graphic injuries.

UF working on environmentally safe sunscreen

The coming Memorial Day weekend usually marks the beginning of  the beach season for many American.  They slather on sunscreen and take a dip in the ocean, and very few give thought to whether the chemicals in the lotions and sprays are safe for aquatic life, like corals