Deerfield Beach is holding a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at Constitution Park Arboretum on October 18 to raise funds and awareness, with donations collected for the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation.

A norovirus outbreak on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas affected 71 passengers and one crew member, amidst a rise in cruise ship outbreaks in 2025.

Costco recalls Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke due to potential listeria contamination, with concerns over green onions. No illnesses reported, but listeriosis can be serious. Customers advised to return or dispose of the affected product.

A rabies alert in Broward County has been issued after a raccoon tested positive, with residents urged to take precautions, especially around Davie near I-595.

One Frozen, LLC, has voluntarily recalled their Good & Gather Southwest-Style Burrito Bowl Blend due to undeclared shrimp, risking allergic reactions.

The FDA warned against certain frozen shrimp from Walmart due to radioactive contamination concerns, urging a recall of specific lots after detection of cesium-137.

The USDA approved Florida's plan to ban SNAP purchases of certain junk foods, including soda and candy, starting in 2026 as part of a health initiative, facing criticism over enforcement and potential stigma.

Mount Sinai Medical Center launches a new outpatient center in East Hialeah, Florida, to improve healthcare access in underserved areas, with plans for additional services in the future.

Health and Resource Hubs opened at two Broward County schools, providing healthcare services to students and families, aiming to reduce ER visits and aid in education.

Jackson South Medical Center in Miami-Dade County plans to close its maternity ward this fall, affecting staff and expectant mothers who will have to transition to other centers. The decision is part of a system-wide realignment.

Medtech Products Inc. has voluntarily recalled Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup due to potential contamination with Bacillus cereus, which can cause foodborne illness.

Measles exposure from a traveler flying from Boston to Miami raises public health concerns, prompting officials to trace contacts and emphasize vaccinations.

Delray Beach will stop adding fluoride to its water supply by July 1, 2025, as required by a new Florida law, despite water quality meeting standards. A new treatment plant is due in 2028.