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EU regulator approves injectable HIV drug that experts say could help stop transmission

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EU regulator approves injectable HIV drug that experts say could help stop transmission
Republicans and independents have warmed on the Supreme Court, but Democrats haven't: AP-NORC poll

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Republicans and independents have warmed on the Supreme Court, but Democrats haven't: AP-NORC poll
Doctors in England start a 5-day strike over pay. The government says it will hurt patients

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Doctors in England start a 5-day strike over pay. The government says it will hurt patients
Osteoporosis continues to be an undervalued diagnosis among men

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Osteoporosis continues to be an undervalued diagnosis among men

Researchers have found that most osteoporosis diagnoses are among women, who get more bone density tests, but men have higher mortality rates due to the condition that weakens the bones.

Trump administration appeals to Supreme Court to allow $783 million research-funding cuts

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Trump administration appeals to Supreme Court to allow $783 million research-funding cuts

Parents seeking religious exemptions to school vaccines win reprieve in a West Virginia county

1 day ago

Parents seeking religious exemptions to school vaccines win reprieve in a West Virginia county

Most US adults still support legal abortion 3 years after Roe was overturned, an AP-NORC poll finds

1 day ago

Most US adults still support legal abortion 3 years after Roe was overturned, an AP-NORC poll finds

The US fertility rate reached a new low in 2024, CDC data shows

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The US fertility rate reached a new low in 2024, CDC data shows

Texas A&M's collie mascot Reveille X has eye removed after glaucoma diagnosis

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Texas A&M's collie mascot Reveille X has eye removed after glaucoma diagnosis

US organ donation system faces scrutiny and changes after reports of disturbing near-misses

3 days ago

US organ donation system faces scrutiny and changes after reports of disturbing near-misses

Planned Parenthood wins partial victory in legal fight with Trump administration over funding cuts

3 days ago

Planned Parenthood wins partial victory in legal fight with Trump administration over funding cuts

3 Democrat-led states have rolled back Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status

3 Democrat-led states have rolled back Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status

Man pulled into MRI machine after he walked into an exam room wearing a chain necklace

Man pulled into MRI machine after he walked into an exam room wearing a chain necklace

LGBTQ+ youth services program ends for 988 suicide and crisis lifeline

LGBTQ+ youth services program ends for 988 suicide and crisis lifeline

Although crisis counselors are still available on the 988 Lifeline, Thursday was the first day without the “press 3 option” for the LGBTQ+ youth services program.

Questions about surrogacy are raised in case of California couple with house brimming with kids

Questions about surrogacy are raised in case of California couple with house brimming with kids

Trump diagnosed with a common condition in older adults

Trump diagnosed with a common condition in older adults

Here's what to know about chronic venous insufficiency

Here's what to know about chronic venous insufficiency

Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients' personal data, including addresses, to ICE

Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients' personal data, including addresses, to ICE

Healthy babies born in Britain after scientists used DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease

Healthy babies born in Britain after scientists used DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease

Relatives say Massachusetts assisted-living blaze gutted a tough community

Relatives say Massachusetts assisted-living blaze gutted a tough community

RFK Jr. and other Trump officials embrace psychedelics after FDA setback

RFK Jr. and other Trump officials embrace psychedelics after FDA setback

Researchers try new ways of preserving more hearts for transplants

Researchers try new ways of preserving more hearts for transplants

Flesh eating bacteria kills 1 person in South Florida in 2025

Flesh eating bacteria kills 1 person in South Florida in 2025

The Florida Department of Health has reported that one person died from a flesh-eating bacterium in South Florida.

Measles outbreaks in Illinois and North Dakota have ended

Measles outbreaks in Illinois and North Dakota have ended

Congress targeted Planned Parenthood for defunding, but also caught a Maine health care provider

Congress targeted Planned Parenthood for defunding, but also caught a Maine health care provider

Prince Harry is in Angola to raise awareness for land mine clearing, repeating Diana's 1997 trip

Prince Harry is in Angola to raise awareness for land mine clearing, repeating Diana's 1997 trip

US appeals court upholds West Virginia restriction on abortion pill sales

US appeals court upholds West Virginia restriction on abortion pill sales

Florida school district to install vape detectors in schools

Florida school district to install vape detectors in schools

One Florida county is using funds from a statewide legal settlement to install vape detectors in schools.

Healthcast: New therapy shows promise for patients with rheumatoid arthritis

Healthcast: New therapy shows promise for patients with rheumatoid arthritis

A new therapy is showing promise for patients living with the autoimmune condition, rheumatoid arthritis.

Taking steps to keep food safe during July Fourth holiday weekend

Taking steps to keep food safe during July Fourth holiday weekend

Every year in the United States there are about 48 million cases of foodborne illness and 3,000 deaths, according to the CDC.

Kids cough syrup recalled for possible risk of bacterial contamination

Kids cough syrup recalled for possible risk of bacterial contamination

A popular children’s cough syrup sold nationwide has been recalled due to a possible risk of bacterial contamination.

Mom to Mom: South Florida doctor performs surgeries for mothers in need

Mom to Mom: South Florida doctor performs surgeries for mothers in need

On this week’s Mom to Mom, Local 10’s Nicole Perez sat down with a South Florida doctor who is performing surgeries free for mothers who are dealing with health complications and it’s all to honor his mother.

Sedano’s Supermarkets now accept OTC & flex benefit cards

Sedano’s Supermarkets now accept OTC & flex benefit cards

Sedano’s Supermarkets across South Florida are now accepting over the counter and flex benefit cards.

CDC: Egg recall issued after salmonella sickens dozens in multiple states

CDC: Egg recall issued after salmonella sickens dozens in multiple states

A multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened at least 79 people across seven states, according to a warning issued Saturday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Federal cuts to HIV prevention impact South Florida programs

Federal cuts to HIV prevention impact South Florida programs

Fears of Trump Administration funding cuts to fighting the spread of HIV are affecting South Florida programs.

FDA issues warning about rare reaction to stopping allergy medication

FDA issues warning about rare reaction to stopping allergy medication

If you have recently stopped taking oral allergy medications, there’s an important warning you should know about.

Decision to remove fluoride from Miami-Dade waters signals divide between commissioners

Decision to remove fluoride from Miami-Dade waters signals divide between commissioners

Miami-Dade County commissioners voted Tuesday to remove fluoride from the county’s drinking water, reversing a decades-old public health measure that local dentists and public officials say has helped prevent tooth decay since 1958.

‘The science is very clear’: Mayor vetoes measure removing fluoride from Miami-Dade’s water

‘The science is very clear’: Mayor vetoes measure removing fluoride from Miami-Dade’s water

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced Friday that she has vetoed a controversial resolution passed by county commissioners that would have ended the addition of fluoride to the county’s tap water.

HealthCast: Kids specializing in sports are suffering more ‘overuse’ injuries

HealthCast: Kids specializing in sports are suffering more ‘overuse’ injuries

Doctors are reporting an increase in “overuse” injuries in minors. Most of the injuries involve knees, shoulders, elbows, and ankles. 

Fluoride expected to be removed from Miami-Dade water June 1 — unless...

Fluoride expected to be removed from Miami-Dade water June 1 — unless...

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava is expected to veto a controversial commission vote that would make the county’s water fluoride-free starting June 1.

Jackson Health Foundation to host 2nd annual One Day for Jackson

Jackson Health Foundation to host 2nd annual One Day for Jackson

The Jackson Health Foundation is hosting its second annual One Day for Jackson on Thursday -- “a day of giving dedicated to raising funds and awareness exclusively for Jackson Health System,” the foundation announced in a news release.

Memorial Regional Hospital unveils $68M birthplace to enhance care for high-risk pregnancies

Memorial Regional Hospital unveils $68M birthplace to enhance care for high-risk pregnancies

Memorial Regional Hospital has opened a new $68 million Family Birthplace, aiming to provide a more comfortable and convenient experience for expectant mothers, particularly those with high-risk pregnancies.

Dolphins tackle cancer in 15th annual fundraiser

Dolphins tackle cancer in 15th annual fundraiser

The NFL and Miami Dolphins teamed up for one of South Florida’s largest cancer research fundraisers during the 15th annual Dolphins Cancer Challenge at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday.

Gifts from, for the heart: Local hospitals receive CPR kits

Gifts from, for the heart: Local hospitals receive CPR kits

February is designated as American Heart Month. It’s a time to raise awareness about heart disease and promote healthy lifestyle choices.

New bill filed in Florida pushes to ban chemical additives in food

New bill filed in Florida pushes to ban chemical additives in food

A new bill filed in Florida seeks to ban additives in food products.

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DOJ meets with Jeffrey Epstein's exgirlfriend again

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DOJ meets with Jeffrey Epstein's exgirlfriend again

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Cat develops reputation as neighborhood's burglar

Here's how much Miami taxpayers are paying for Joe Carollo's legal bills

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Here's how much Miami taxpayers are paying for Joe Carollo's legal bills

Experts warn against deadliest flu season in decades

Experts warn against deadliest flu season in decades

We're continuing to cover the most intense flu season the U.S. has seen in 15 years.

Canned tuna sold nationwide at Costco, Trader Joe’s, Publix recalled due to botulism risk

Canned tuna sold nationwide at Costco, Trader Joe’s, Publix recalled due to botulism risk

Before you pack your lunch, be sure to take a closer look what’s in your pantry, as several kinds of canned tuna have been recalled.

Jackson Health workers reach highest flu vaccination rate in hospital group’s history

Jackson Health workers reach highest flu vaccination rate in hospital group’s history

Jackson Health System has achieved a historic milestone, reaching an 80% flu vaccination rate among its workers, the highest in the hospital group’s history.

Friday is National Wear Red Day; February is American Heart Month

Friday is National Wear Red Day; February is American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month and a time to spread awareness about the ongoing fight against cardiovascular disease.

New procedure can be life changing for people suffering from Parkinson’s

New procedure can be life changing for people suffering from Parkinson’s

Nearly 1 million people in the United States are living with Parkinson’s disease.

New tech helps women living with Marfan syndrome to deal with pregnancy risks

New tech helps women living with Marfan syndrome to deal with pregnancy risks

Deciding to start a family is a big decision for any couple, but it’s even more nerve-wracking when the mom-to-be has a health condition that involves the heart. After all, her heart will be pumping for two.

Traveling to Kansas got risky after tuberculosis outbreak

Traveling to Kansas got risky after tuberculosis outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been tracking an outbreak of tuberculosis in Kansas.

HealthCAST: Advancements in hearing loss treatment help long Covid patients

HealthCAST: Advancements in hearing loss treatment help long Covid patients

Dr. Adrien Eshraghi, a surgeon-scientist, specializes in hearing disorders and focuses his research on helping patients like Kelsie Gonzalez. 

Miami Art Week partnership highlights Operation You Matter’s mental health mission

Miami Art Week partnership highlights Operation You Matter’s mental health mission

A Local 10 News story sparked a meaningful partnership that brought the nonprofit “Operation You Matter” into the mental health advocate spotlight during Miami Art Week.

South Florida 9-year-old thriving after beating leukemia: ‘Just be a warrior’

South Florida 9-year-old thriving after beating leukemia: ‘Just be a warrior’

Nine-year-old Spencer Loftus is full of energy and loves school, playing with her friends, and modeling.

Falafel bites distributed in Florida recalled due to E. coli risk

Falafel bites distributed in Florida recalled due to E. coli risk

Falafel bites from Florida are being recalled in connection with the recent nationwide recall of organic carrots.

Fort Lauderdale man who nearly died of heart attack reunites with first responders who saved his life

Fort Lauderdale man who nearly died of heart attack reunites with first responders who saved his life

A Fort Lauderdale man who nearly died of a heart attack got the opportunity this week to thank his rescuers.

Healthcast: How to build stronger and healthier bones

Healthcast: How to build stronger and healthier bones

Local 10's Kristi Krueger talks about what she learned about her bone health after breaking her wrist.

Health and Wellness fair at the David Posnack JCC in Davie next week

Health and Wellness fair at the David Posnack JCC in Davie next week

The David Posnack JCC will be hosting a health and wellness fair on Wednesday, Nov.6.

South Florida breast cancer survivor claims genetic testing saved her life

South Florida breast cancer survivor claims genetic testing saved her life

For 30-year-old Candace Frederick, time with family is now more precious than ever. Two years ago, her life took a dramatic turn when she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Taylor Swift surprise inspires teen battling rare autoimmune disorder as she wins Broward pageant

Taylor Swift surprise inspires teen battling rare autoimmune disorder as she wins Broward pageant

Seventeen-year-old Kayla Mills recently won the Miss Arc Broward pageant, an event designed to build confidence in girls with disabilities. But behind the crown and her bright smile, Kayla has been fighting a rare autoimmune disorder that has severely impacted her life.

NSU hosts ‘A Day for Children’ offering free, low-cost wellness services for kids

NSU hosts ‘A Day for Children’ offering free, low-cost wellness services for kids

“A Day for Children” at Nova Southeastern University’s Fort Lauderdale/Davie campus will offer free and low-cost health services for children under the age of 16.

Revolutionary device being tested in South Florida to help people with facial paralysis blink

Revolutionary device being tested in South Florida to help people with facial paralysis blink

A revolutionary device is being tested in South Florida to help patients do something most of us take for granted: blink our eyes.