Orange County buying vape detectors following Juul settlement
Juul is going to cut a big check to Orange County Public Schools as part of a national settlement. The district is receiving $5.4 million of that payout and officials want to make sure that money is going back to their students by trying to protect them from the dangers of vaping.
Man loses nearly 400 pounds, keeping promise to grandmother
"What made me start my journey was I wanted to live longer," Nicholas Craft of Mississippi said.
Taking vitamin D could help prevent dementia, study suggests
While vitamin D supplementation was found to have effects in all groups of the large-scale study, the research suggested the effects were greater in women.
Florida man dies after contracting brain-eating infection from rinsing sinuses with tap water
The local health department said infection is rare and can only happen when water contaminated with the amoeba enters through the nose.
AdventHealth Orlando: Do you know the signs, symptoms of a heart attack?
Do you know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack? If you experience those symptoms, do you know what to do right away? AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Kevin Accola stopped by Good Day Orlando to answer those questions. More info: HeartLungandVascularInstitute.com
'Heart in a Box' increases viability for donated organs
New technology is helping to save lives. Surgeons are using what is called "Heart in a Box" in Orlando to speed up the wait time for vital transplants.
Strep A: How do children get it, and what should parents know?
The CDC is investigating an increase in invasive group A strep (iGAS) cases in children. We take a look at what Strep A is, the signs, and what parents should look out for.
Heart pump transplantation to treat congestive heart failure
About six million Americans are living with congestive heart failure. In the early stages, it can be treated with medicine and lifestyle changes, but those with advanced heart failure may need a more aggressive approach.
AdventHealth Orlando: Tips to lower your risk of heart disease
February is American Heart Health. Do you "know your numbers" to maintain a healthy heart? Do you know how family history could impact your heart health? What can you do to lower your risk of heart disease? AdventHealth Orlando joined Good Day Orlando to answer these questions. Visit HeartLungandVascularInstitute.com for more info.
Dangerous fungal illness rapidly spreading across country, doctors warn
Valley fever is an infection of the lungs and causes respiratory symptoms like a cough, difficulty breathing, fever, and tiredness or fatigue. In rare cases, the Valley fever fungus can spread to other body parts and cause severe disease.
AdventHealth Orlando: Stomach pain, and when to go to the emergency room
When does stomach pain become an emergency situation? What are the signs and symptoms to know? AdventHealth Orlando's Dr. Mariam Naveed answers these questions and provides insight during this House Calls segment.
Risk of developing heart failure found to be much higher in rural areas
Researchers found the risk of heart failure was about 19% higher in rural residents, especially among Black men.
AdventHealth Orlando: How to protect against stroke
Do you know the signs of someone experiencing a stroke? Would you know what to do? AdventHealth Orlando answers those questions in this House Calls segment.
More seniors being hospitalized due to marijuana use
New research shows more and more seniors are being treated in emergency rooms for side effects from marijuana consumption. Some health experts say these older Americans, who may have even experimented with pot in the past, may not be familiar with how potent cannabis products are in 2023.
Doctors warn of deadly side effects to strep infection
The CDC has issued a new warning about a rise in severe cases of Strep A in children, the bacteria often leads to strep throat.
The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.5: What you must know now
The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.
Poor hydration linked to early aging, chronic disease, and early death, study suggests
“The results suggest that proper hydration may slow down aging and prolong a disease-free life,” one of the study authors said the findings from the NIH.
Preventing painful side effect of lymph node removal
Dr. Kenneth R. Lee at Orlando Health fights cancer on two fronts. First, he saves lives by removing cancerous lymph nodes, and second, he helps improve quality of life. When lymph nodes are removed, it can cause fluid build-up called lymphedema, which impacts up to 30% of all breast cancer patients. It's painful and makes it difficult to move. The Orlando Health Cancer Institute has helped to partly pioneer a new procedure to address those concerns, called LYMPHA.
Walgreens, CVS and others limiting purchases of children's pain relief medicine as respiratory illnesses rise
Pharmacies are limiting purchases of children's pain relief medication like acetaminophen and ibuprofen as respiratory illnesses continue spreading throughout the United States, including the flu, RSV, and COVID-19.
AdventHealth Orlando: Tips to keep stress levels low during the holidays
The holidays can be stressful. AdventHealth Orlando discusses tips to keep your mental health in check -- and stress levels low -- during the holidays, as well as how to enjoy those treats while keeping your fitness goals aligned. Visit CentralFloridaPrimaryCare.com for more information.