The best time to talk to your parents about senior care — before it's too late
Most families wait to talk about senior care until an emergency hits, but experts say having those discussions early can lead to better outcomes and less conflict.
Most families wait to talk about senior care until an emergency hits, but experts say having those discussions early can lead to better outcomes and less conflict.
Health Alert: Incoming Saharan Dust can increase Asthma, allergies
Though the incoming Saharan Dust brings unique orange-hued sunset skies, those with allergies or Asthma may want to stay indoors. Experts say the dust -- bringing particles of quartz, clay and carbonates -- can cause irritation in a person's breathing and respiratory system.
Though the incoming Saharan Dust brings unique orange-hued sunset skies, those with allergies or Asthma may want to stay indoors. Experts say the dust -- bringing particles of quartz, clay and carbonates -- can cause irritation in a person's breathing and respiratory system.
Most common soccer injuries & how to treat them
Dr. Harrison Youmans, Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician, Rothman Orthopaedics at AdventHealth, talks about the most common soccer injuries among young players, how to treat them, and the difference between a minor injury and something more serious.
Dr. Harrison Youmans, Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician, Rothman Orthopaedics at AdventHealth, talks about the most common soccer injuries among young players, how to treat them, and the difference between a minor injury and something more serious.
Tech Revolution: How AI is Transforming Patient Care
Health First is exploring new ways to use artificial intelligence. AI is now helping lab technicians flag potential health issues sooner. We spoke with Health First to learn how the technology works and what it means for the future of patient care.
Health First is exploring new ways to use artificial intelligence. AI is now helping lab technicians flag potential health issues sooner. We spoke with Health First to learn how the technology works and what it means for the future of patient care.
Florida launches investigation into CVS Caremark over pharmacy competition concerns
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched an investigation into CVS Health and its pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), Caremark, amid concerns that the company may be using its market power to disadvantage independent pharmacies and limit consumer choice.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched an investigation into CVS Health and its pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), Caremark, amid concerns that the company may be using its market power to disadvantage independent pharmacies and limit consumer choice.
Colorectal cancer Q&A: What you need to know
Dr. Mark Soliman, Colon and Rectal Surgeon at AdventHealth, talks about colorectal cancer screenings, screening options, risk factors, and the latest stats.
Dr. Mark Soliman, Colon and Rectal Surgeon at AdventHealth, talks about colorectal cancer screenings, screening options, risk factors, and the latest stats.
No streaks: US approves sunscreen ingredient used in Europe for over 25 years
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
Americans will soon be able to purchase a newly approved sunscreen ingredient that has been approved in Europe since the 20th century.
The importance of physicals for kids
As school ends for the summer, Dr. Timothy Hendrix, chief medical officer and vice president of AdventHealth Centra Care, talks about the importance of getting kids a physical for camp, school, or sports.
As school ends for the summer, Dr. Timothy Hendrix, chief medical officer and vice president of AdventHealth Centra Care, talks about the importance of getting kids a physical for camp, school, or sports.
Florida doctor explains Kyle Busch's cause of death: Sepsis
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Kyle Busch died from severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis, a family statement said. He was 41 years old. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a doctor at Orlando Health, explained that sepsis is unpredictable.
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series Kyle Busch died from severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis, a family statement said. He was 41 years old. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a doctor at Orlando Health, explained that sepsis is unpredictable.
Parents, here's how to talk to kids about mental health
Kids have a lot to deal with these days, between school and social media, and may not know how to talk about mental health issues, like bullying, stress, or home issues. Dr. Tina Gurnami, a pediatric psychiatrist at AdventHealth for Children, talks about what parents can do to help their kids, and what signs to look for to see if there is a potential mental health crisis going on.
Kids have a lot to deal with these days, between school and social media, and may not know how to talk about mental health issues, like bullying, stress, or home issues. Dr. Tina Gurnami, a pediatric psychiatrist at AdventHealth for Children, talks about what parents can do to help their kids, and what signs to look for to see if there is a potential mental health crisis going on.
Cruise ship with more than 100 sick passengers docks at Port Canaveral
A cruise ship carrying more than 100 people sick with norovirus docked at Port Canaveral early Monday, prompting a federal health investigation.
A cruise ship carrying more than 100 people sick with norovirus docked at Port Canaveral early Monday, prompting a federal health investigation.
Pelvic health: What to know about common issues, treatment
Dr. Lindsay Kissane, an Urogynecologist at AdventHealth for Women, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about public health, including the most common issues women may experience, treatment options, risk factors, and why you should talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns.
Dr. Lindsay Kissane, an Urogynecologist at AdventHealth for Women, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about public health, including the most common issues women may experience, treatment options, risk factors, and why you should talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns.
Florida's Second Chance Act mandates heart screening before sports activities
Starting in July, all Florida high school students must have a successful heart screening before sports tryouts, conditioning or practice. Under Florida's Second Chance Act, created in memory of Chance Gainer, 18, the law aims to protect children from cardiac arrest.
Starting in July, all Florida high school students must have a successful heart screening before sports tryouts, conditioning or practice. Under Florida's Second Chance Act, created in memory of Chance Gainer, 18, the law aims to protect children from cardiac arrest.
Exercise is 'powerful medicine': Here's how it helps the body
We all know that exercise is good for our health and our body, but how does it work and what happens to our body when we exercise? That's some of the research that Bret Goodpaster, senior investigator and scientific director of the AdventHealth Translational Research Institute, are researching. He explains some of the institute's findings.
We all know that exercise is good for our health and our body, but how does it work and what happens to our body when we exercise? That's some of the research that Bret Goodpaster, senior investigator and scientific director of the AdventHealth Translational Research Institute, are researching. He explains some of the institute's findings.
Are you an organ donor? Here's how to become one
Are you an organ donor or have you thought about becoming one? April is National Donate Life month. Dr. Bobby Nibhanupudy, Medical Director of Abdominal Transplant at AdventHealth and OurLegacy, joined FOX 35 to talk about organ donation, how to sign up, why it's important, who it benefits, and how people can talk to their families about it.
Are you an organ donor or have you thought about becoming one? April is National Donate Life month. Dr. Bobby Nibhanupudy, Medical Director of Abdominal Transplant at AdventHealth and OurLegacy, joined FOX 35 to talk about organ donation, how to sign up, why it's important, who it benefits, and how people can talk to their families about it.
New COVID-19 variant spreading through multiple states: What to know
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
BA.3.2, a new COVID-19 variant, has been detected in wastewater samples from 25 states. The variant has mutations that could evade immunity from a previous infection or vaccination.
Exercise-boosted liver enzyme tied to Alzheimer’s protection, study finds
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers at UC San Francisco have discovered how exercise may help protect the brain and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Colorectal cancer signs, symptoms not to miss
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In this House Calls segment, Matthew Wilson, a colon and rectal surgeon at AdventHealth, talks about the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, who should get screened and when, and treatment options.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In this House Calls segment, Matthew Wilson, a colon and rectal surgeon at AdventHealth, talks about the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, who should get screened and when, and treatment options.
Judge temporarily blocks federal health officials from reducing vaccine recommendations for children
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child.
Cannabis compounds could reverse disease affecting one-third of adults
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Compounds found in cannabis could provide a new roadmap for treating the world’s most common chronic liver disorder, according to a study released by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.