Health

Health, wellness, and medical news.

It’s here: 2027 Obamacare enrollment

As the sun rises over Coral Gables, the excitement of open enrollment for health insurance begins to ripple through the community. Residents gather at local coffee shops, discussing their options, weighing the pros and cons of different plans. For many, this is not just a financial decision; it’s a...

Marcus Chen

Advertisement · Why this ad?

Health•8h

FHP: 12-year-old killed in head on crash

A head-on collision that happened near Pierson this afternoon claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy Saturday afternoon, according to information released by the Florida Highway Patrol. Three other children, ages 4, 6, and 10, and an adult were transported to a local hospital with serious...

Read story →

Health•8h

AL champion Rays pick up $20 million option on ace pitcher Drew Rasmussen for 2027

The AL champion Tampa Bay Rays exercised their $20 million option Saturday on ace pitcher Drew Rasmussen.Tampa Bay picked up the 2027 club option on Rasmussen's contract rather than pay him a $500,000 buyout. The two-time All-Star can become a free agent after next season.Rasmussen earned a $5.5...

Read story →

Health•9h

A 60-year-old man hospitalized after kitchen fire in Orange County

A 60-year-old man was hospitalized after a kitchen fire in Orange County.According to the Orange County Fire Rescue, they responded to the fire on Brimton Dr. earlier Saturday afternoon.The man was transported to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation and burns accordin to OCFR.The fire was...

Read story →

Health•9h

12-year-old killed, 4 others seriously injured in State Road 40 crash, FHP says

A 12-year-old boy died and four other passengers were seriously injured after a Tesla crossed into the path of an oncoming pickup on State Road 40 west of Still Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.Troopers said a 2024 Tesla Model Y was traveling west on State Road 40 while a 2025 Chevy...

Read story →

Health•9h

12-year-old boy killed in Volusia County two-car accident

A 12-year-old boy died, and four other passengers were seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash in Volusia County on Oct. 31. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the fatal collision on State Road 40.Troopers reported the crash occurred at 2:13 p.m. west of Still Road. A 2024 Tesla Model Y...

Read story →

Health•11h

Man hospitalized after kitchen fire in Orange County

A man was hospitalized after a kitchen fire Saturday in Orange County, according to firefighters.

Read story →

Health•13h

Mall at Millenia spokesman says guest injured when holiday decoration fell

A guest at Orlando's Mall at Millenia was hurt on Saturday after being struck by a falling holiday decoration, according to a statement from a mall representative.Mall security and first responders responded immediately and treated the injured person, who was then taken to a nearby hospital. The...

Read story →

Health•15h

Guest injured after holiday decoration falls inside The Mall at Millenia

A guest was injured Saturday when a holiday decoration fell inside The Mall at Millenia, according to a mall spokesperson.Mall security and first responders responded immediately, and the guest was taken to a local hospital for evaluation and care, the spokesperson said.The mall did not disclose...

Read story →

Health•18h

Atletico Madrid is on top of La Liga and Kane honored in Germany before Klassiker

Atletico Madrid went to the top of La Liga — for a few hours, at least — after beating Levante 2-0 on a day featuring two of European soccer's biggest rivalries.Left back Alejandro Grimaldo seized on a missed interception in the Levante defense to get Atletico started with a goal in the 36th...

Read story →

Health•22h

‘Bravest person I know’: School shooting victim leaves hospital after 262 days

A 13-year-old girl who was critically wounded in the deadly February school shooting has been released from hospital after 262 days, her father said Thursday.

Read story →

Health•Yesterday

'General Hospital' wins outstanding drama series for a record 19th time overall

Scott Clifton and Tamara Tunie earn lead acting Daytime Emmys

Read story →

Health•Yesterday

Reality TV show contestant said he drinks raw milk. Research shows that’s risky

Public health officials have long warned against drinking raw milk and championed milk pasteurization as a modern public health triumph.

Read story →