Pinellas waives residential tire disposal fees through Oct. 30 for dengue fight
Pinellas residents can drop off up to four tires for free at the Solid Waste Disposal Complex through Oct. 30 to cut standing-water breeding sites for dengue mosquitoes.
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Lee County helicopters join Hillsborough aerial dengue mosquito fight
Three Lee County Mosquito Control helicopters staged at Tampa Executive Airport Wednesday morning to help Hillsborough aerial treatments amid a dengue outbreak centered on the county.
Hillsborough Fire Rescue to launch first-in-nation drone blood deliveries
HCFR demonstrated a first-in-the-nation drone program Monday that will fly whole blood to trauma scenes in minutes. Live ops expected in October from Stations 9 and 37.
USF expands College of Nursing to address Florida's nurse shortage
USF has opened a new 42,000-square-foot College of Nursing facility designed to expand hands-on training and help address Florida’s growing nursing shortage.
Tampa General becomes first hospital in nation to sign healthy food pledge
Tampa General Hospital is the first hospital in the nation to sign the Make Hospital Food Healthy Again pledge, reinforcing its commitment to using nutritious, whole-food meals as part of patient care and recovery.
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 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.
Hillsborough County Health Fair Connects Residents to Free Care and Resources
Hillsborough County Healthy Living Program (HCHL) hosts monthly Community Health Fairs across the country, providing free services and resources to residents.
$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.
Biggest COVID-19 wave of 2023 might happen in weeks, experts say
New St. Leo program focuses on training, retaining nurses amid shortage
Free COVID-19 tests are back - here's how you can order online.
Pinellas County residents may notice 'different taste' in water - here's why.
The Vaccine You Need When You're Over 50 - Got Your Shot?
Mosquito experts to hold briefing on diseases weeks after Hurricane Idalia
Gentle Care for the Golden Years: Best Natural and Vegan Skincare for Seniors
US Hospitals bring back mask mandates in response to COVID-19 rise
Public health warning as 7 Sarasota County residents get diagnosed with malaria