Stroke survivor determined to walk 5K race
A stroke survivor is doing something he never thought he would ever be able to do again. Two years ago, George Wilcox had a stroke just a few days after successfully running a 5K race. Now, after two years of physical therapy, he is hitting the pavement and preparing to walk a 5K (3.1 miles).
WHO says COVID-19 pandemic no longer global emergency
The announcement marks a symbolic end to a devastating pandemic that triggered lockdowns, upended economies globally, and killed over a million people worldwide.
Study finds link between long naps and obesity, high blood pressure
A recent study shows taking naps for more than 30 minutes during the day can affect your sleep quality and cognitive function.
AdventHealth Orlando: Simple tips to protect your joints
What signs and symptoms should you look out for to know if there could be an issue with your joints? What can you do to keep your joints healthy? AdventHealth Orlando answers those questions in this FOX 35 House Calls segment.
Michael J. Fox says 'I'm not going to be 80' amid ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease
Fox, 61, addressed the challenges he faces daily with the incurable disease and said he doesn’t believe he’ll live to be 80 years old.
Strep throat infections have spiked above pre-COVID highs, says report: 'We've missed cases'
A doctor says a "recent assault of viruses" could have weakened people's immune systems.
Get ready for 'rough' pollen season this year, allergist warns
Those who suffer from allergies know all too well their impact on sleep, daytime alertness and overall function.
AdventHealth Orlando: Most common types of foot injuries
Dr. Tara Moncman stopped by Good Day Orlando to talk about the most common types of foot and ankle injuries, and who is most at risk from suffering from those injuries. Visit TransformingOrtho.com for more information.
USDA: 30% of food supply is wasted
The USDA estimates that 30% of food is lost or wasted at the retail and consumer level because far too many people will trash items based on the ?sell by? date or ?best if used by? date without actually checking to see if the products are actually spoiled.
AdventHealth Orlando: Do you know the symptoms of colon cancer?
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Mariam Naveed, a gastroenterologist at AdventHealth, discusses the symptoms you should look out for, the risk factors and why early detection is so important.
Eye drop recall: Florida woman sues company after eye removed
Nearly 70 people in 16 states have been infected with Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Eyedrop recall: Two more people die amid outbreak of bacteria
Two more people have died from a multistate outbreak of an extensively drug-resistant bacteria that's been tied to now-recalled eyedrops, according to federal health officials.
Deadly fungal infection C. auris spreading at 'alarming rate,' CDC says
The CDC called C. auris an urgent threat because it’s often resistant to antifungal drugs and spreads easily in healthcare facilities.
Disney to layoff thousands: report
After announcing a plan to slash nearly 7,000 jobs, Disney is reportedly instructing managers to propose budget cuts and put together lists of employees to be laid off in the coming weeks.
COVID-19 pandemic expected to end this year 'as a public health emergency,' says World Health Organization
Optimism declared about declining deaths, though WHO falls short of declaring end of emergency now.
UV nail polish dryers damaging to human cells, study finds
UV nail polish drying machines are a common accessory to manicures, but a new study shows they pose more of a health risk than previously considered ? and include the potential for being cancerous.
AdventHealth Orlando: Do men and women have different heart symptoms?
AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Rajesh Shah discusses heart health among women. Are there different symptoms for men and women? How can you lower your risk?
Johns Hopkins shuts down COVID-19 data tracking hub after 3 years
The site pulled in a staggering 2.5 billion views over its lifetime, becoming a global go-to for monitoring the public health catastrophe.
Here are the worst spring allergens that will make you cough, sneeze and rub your watery eyes
Spring isn't the only time for allergies to annoy you. Many people who suffer from seasonal allergies feel fine in the spring but can be affected during the summer, fall and winter. And for some, it's a year-round annoyance.
More colon cancer seen among young people
Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and new data shows younger people are being diagnosed with this form of cancer than in previous years. Doctors recommend you understand your family's history with colon cancer to determine whether you should get screened before the age of 45. In most cases, if colon cancer is caught early enough, there is a 91% survival rate.