Health

BayCare offers free monthly wellness screenings in Plant City

Residents can receive free health screenings, including blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose checks, on the first Tuesday of each month.

Tampa General Hospital expands behavioral health services with new mental health treatment program

TGH Behavioral Health Hospital has launched a new Partial Hospitalization Program designed to provide intensive mental health care for patients who need more support between inpatient and traditional outpatient treatment.

As Tampa Bay heats up, know the signs of heat-related illnesses

As Tampa Bay experiences more days above 90 degrees, local officials and experts are highlighting the growing risks of extreme heat and sharing ways residents, workers and vulnerable communities can stay safe.

Tampa Bay works to build the next generation of nurses amid statewide shortage

As Florida faces a growing demand for nurses, local organizations are creating opportunities for students to explore the healthcare field and build the workforce of the future.

USF experts say hantavirus risk for Florida cruise travelers remains low

University of South Florida Health experts say the risk of hantavirus for cruise travelers remains low following a rare outbreak linked to a recent cruise ship voyage.

$2M Initiative Aims to Expand HPV Screening and Cervical Cancer Prevention in Rural Communities

Human papillomavirus, the leading cause of cervical cancer, is the focus of a new $2 million prevention initiative led by the University of South Florida Health and Tampa General Hospital. The effort aims to expand screening and early detection, particularly in rural communities across Florida.

Mother Shares Son’s Life-Saving Organ Donation Story for Donate Life Month

April marks National Donate a Life Month, and a Clearwater mother is sharing her son's story in hopes of raising awareness about the impact of organ donation.

Emergency Legislation Restores HIV Treatment Access, But Advocates Warn of Long-Term Uncertainty.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an emergency legislation restoring access to life-saving HIV medication for Floridians affected by recent cuts to the state’s AIDs Drugs Assistance Programs until June 30. Advocates warns need of long-term plan.

Measles Cases Rise As USF Expert Warns of Declining Vaccinations

Two Measles Cases Confirmed in Tampa Bay Area

Medicare Enrollment Opens in Tampa for 2026: Key Changes and Considerations

Johns Hopkins University’s Michael Baturin and Joyce Chung, Working to Transform Early Education for Underserved Youth, through Blue Hatchlings, Inc. and Baturin’s Innovative Onsite “Early Advantage Program”

Biggest COVID-19 wave of 2023 might happen in weeks, experts say

How a Diabetic Can Enjoy Thanksgiving Meals this 2023

New St. Leo program focuses on training, retaining nurses amid shortage

Free COVID-19 tests are back - here's how you can order online.

Tampa's Water Department to Offer Webinars on Water Conservation

10 Best Healthcare Companies to Work for in Tampa this 2023