USF-led dementia study receives $2.8M in federal funding
TAMPA, Fla. — A University of South Florida-led dementia study has received $2.8 million in additional federal funding…
World Cup fans in Miami greeted by billboards for safe sex
Drivers navigating Miami’s busy streets are doing a double-take this week, courtesy of a massive public health blitz…
Moffitt Cancer Center tests AI tool for treatments, building personalized care for rare cancer
TAMPA, Fla. – A cancer diagnosis often brings a long list of unknowns for patients waiting to see…
Florida candy contamination: Toxicologist questions state soil-testing method
Candy contamination investigation Florida health officials face fierce pushback from independent scientific experts and candy manufacturers after releasing…
New medical center begins construction on former University Apartments grounds
Jorge Cardona | Staff Writer On May 27, FIU broke ground on a new student medical center on…
The Scoop: Wed. June 10, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
The unanimous decision came at a Zephyrhills City Council meeting earlier this week. Democratic state Senator Darryl Rouson…
Is your bread safe? Here’s what to know after Florida study finds pesticide in store-bought bread
Sandwich bread investigation Florida health officials detected a controversial weed-killing chemical in six types of popular store-bought bread,…
Google-backed project wants to release millions of ‘good mosquitoes’ in Florida to fight dangerous diseases
Google wants to release millions of mosquitoes Google wants to spread millions of ‘good’ mosquitoes, which do not…
Hulk Hogan died of natural causes, Florida police report says
MIAMI — Professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died of natural causes last year, according a report by Florida…
Flesh-eating parasites spark emergency rule in Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. – After sparking fears about a resurgence in Florida, the New World Screwworm (NWS) has prompted…
‘Strength doesn’t mean silence’: Men talk mental health at Jacksonville field day
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – On the surface, it looked like a day of friendly competition, laughter, and games. But…
Big money is pouring into South Florida health systems. What it means for patients – Sun Sentinel
A flurry of big-money donations is strengthening South Florida’s health systems, a trend that will significantly benefit everyone…