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Advocates in Tampa Bay push to close racial gap in organ donation

February 21, 2026February 22, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — When it comes to organ donations and those in need of a transplant, numbers show there are some serious racial disparities. What You Need To…

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75-year-old Clearwater physical therapy tech has no plans to retire

February 20, 2026February 21, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

CLEARWATER, Fla. — With physical therapy you get out what you put in. Sonny Harriel, 75, doesn’t just tell his patients that, the physical therapy tech lives it in…

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Planned Parenthood Lakeland location to close, sparking concerns for some

February 17, 2026February 18, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

LAKELAND, Fla. — Some people are concerned as Polk County’s only Planned Parenthood clinic plans to permanently close. The organization recently announced that its Lakeland location’s last day…

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All Children’s shares latest on $7.5 million pediatric cancer research grant

February 3, 2026February 5, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — To Mia Morrison, 5, the rooms on the seventh floor of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital have become almost a second bedroom.  What You…

Read more All Children’s shares latest on $7.5 million pediatric cancer research grant

Clearwater firefighters test new PFAS-free protective gear

January 16, 2026January 18, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

CLEARWATER, Fla. — A fire training session at Clearwater Fire & Rescue this Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month focused on testing new protective gear. What You Need To Know Clearwater…

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Tampa health fair helps uninsured people get medical and social services

January 9, 2026January 10, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla — A free health care event in Tampa on Saturday helped hundreds of people in need. Pioneer Medical Foundation, a nonprofit, hosted its sixth annual community health…

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Exercise injuries spike in January, according to recent survey

January 9, 2026January 11, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

FLORIDA — If you’ve vowed to exercise more in 2026, it’s normally a great goal to take charge and get healthy. But health experts have issued a workout warning…

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More hospice care options expand into Pinellas County

December 27, 2025December 28, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Linda Boyd’s home is decorated to perfection. From joyful Christmas decorations to meaningful mementos, everything has a place in her home. What You Need To…

Read more More hospice care options expand into Pinellas County

Buncombe clinic prepares for more patients if ACA tax credits expire

December 25, 2025December 27, 2025 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Nearly 1 million people in North Carolina can expect to pay more for health insurance next year unless Congress acts to extend the Affordable Care Act’s…

Read more Buncombe clinic prepares for more patients if ACA tax credits expire

New blood flow restriction treatment shows promise with adolescent patients

December 20, 2025December 21, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Strength training, if done right, shouldn’t be easy.  What You Need To Know Asher Crouse, 12, lives with cerebral palsy For six months, Crouse…

Read more New blood flow restriction treatment shows promise with adolescent patients

Bradenton mother hopes new fentanyl classification will save lives

December 16, 2025December 16, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

BRADENTON, Fla. — President Donald Trump recently signed an order to classify fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, which the State Department defines as “a nuclear, radiological, chemical, biological, or…

Read more Bradenton mother hopes new fentanyl classification will save lives

Free Clearwater clinic serving uninsured marks milestone

December 13, 2025December 13, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

CLEARWATER, Fla. — A free medical clinic in Clearwater is celebrating a major milestone: 30 years of providing care to community members with little to no health insurance…

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St. Petersburg unveils city’s first purpose-built water testing lab

December 9, 2025December 11, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — St. Petersburg unveiled the city’s first purpose-built water testing laboratory on Tuesday, which protects the environment and aims to ensure drinking water flows during hurricanes.…

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Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital says flu cases are up 300% from last year

December 6, 2025December 30, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital said it’s seeing a big increase in respiratory illnesses. According to the hospital, cases of some illnesses, like the…

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Brain surgery helps 7-year-old become seizure free

November 30, 2025December 20, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

BRADENTON, Fla. — It is hard to pick who will get to read the Lewis family’s favorite book sometimes.  What You Need To Know Miles Lewis had his…

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Young brothers support one another through each others’ health scares

November 29, 2025November 29, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Nolan Revels passes time in his football-themed hospital room playing football video games. The 10-year-old’s older brother, Reed, is also a sports fan, practicing…

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Study shows eating ultra-processed foods can increase risk of colorectal cancer

November 22, 2025November 24, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla — Registered dietitian and nutrition coach Brooke Sobh makes her family a big balanced breakfast every morning, making sure they are getting the right amount of…

Read more Study shows eating ultra-processed foods can increase risk of colorectal cancer

Joyride events from Orlando to St. Pete raises funds for HIV services

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Local advocacy groups are stepping in to support HIV services amid decreasing federal funding, with the annual Joyride event raising over $280,000. What You Need…

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Free camp helps kids learn how to cope with the loss of a loved one

November 14, 2025November 16, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

TAMPA, Fla. — Kids who are dealing with the recent loss of a loved one are getting free support this weekend. The bereavement camp, Camp Kangaroo, is in Tampa…

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A year after sudden cardiac arrest, young Tampa Bay man starts CPR nonprofit

October 25, 2025October 26, 2025 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

BRANDON, Fla. — True second chances don’t come often. Andrew Emerton got his second chance at 26-years-old. Last year, when playing video games with friends, he went into…

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