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WEBThe denial means the use of puberty blockers and hormone therapy for children with gender dysphoria will remain restricted while the federal appeals court considers an underlying case. Health News Florida is a collaboration of public radio stations and NPR that delivers news about health care cost, quality and access. It is based at WUSF in Tampa.
Spurred by a new variant, COVID cases in Florida doubled before …
WEBDec 28, 2023 · A report released Friday shows the number of COVID-19 cases in Florida doubled from the previous month, spurred by a new highly contagious variant.. The new variant is called JN.1. It's an omicron offshoot that makes up about 44% of COVID cases across the country, according to the report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.. The CDC notes that existing COVID vaccines, tests and ...
Bowel movement frequency might be a signal of health status
WEB1 day ago · Published October 10, 2024 at 12:33 PM EDT. Researchers say good health is associated with one to two poops a day. Going too infrequently, maybe a few times a week for those with constipation, or too often might pose physiological risks. Your schedule of bowel movements can provide valuable insight into your health.
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WEBSep 30, 2024 · It's time to roll up your sleeves for this year's COVID, flu and RSV vaccines. Associated Press. , September 30, 2024. While not perfect, vaccinations are the best bet for avoiding a bad case of flu or COVID-19 this fall and winter. The CDC recommends these vaccinations for ages 6 months and older. Health News Florida.
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WEBOct 4, 2024 · Orlando Health completes purchase of majority stake in Tenet Alabama hospitals. Rick Mayer. , October 2, 2024. Orlando Health has taken over day-to-day operations in the five Birmingham facilities after paying a reported $910 million. The system remains a faith-based organization with Tenet as a partner.
CDC lists more Florida counties at high risk for COVID transmission
WEBJun 7, 2022 · The latest surge of COVID-19 across Florida has placed more than 20 counties at high risk of community spread during the previous week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported.. The 24 counties include nearly all of Central Florida, coast to coast, and South Florida.
Florida tops 74,000 weekly COVID cases in latest report
WEBJun 20, 2022 · Florida has topped 74,000 COVID-19 cases in each of the past two weeks, while more than 75,000 residents have died from the virus, according to a report released Friday by the state Department of Health. Florida had 74,323 reported cases during the week of June 10 through Thursday, slightly lower …
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WEBApr 4, 2024 · 9 people have died in connection to the listeria outbreak among Boar's Head products. Ayana Archie. , August 29, 2024. The Boar's Head recall was first issued in July and linked to a ready-to-eat liverwurst product. The recall has since expanded to products including sliced ham varieties, sausages and loaves. AP.
UF researchers say omicron cases will peak sooner than expected
WEBJan 10, 2022 · According to a report released by the University of Florida, the COVID-19 omicron variant will peak sooner than expected. In December, UF researchers predicted the omicron wave would reach its peak in February, but with the recent surge they’re now predicting the variant will peak within the next two weeks in the state. The Florida Channel.
USF will open a center to address Florida's mental health …
WEBApr 26, 2024 · The University of South Florida is creating a center to boost the state's mental health workforce amid a national shortage.. The Legislature recently awarded USF $5 million in recurring funds to create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce, part of the Live Healthy package of bills which Gov. …