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.

Broward Health Coral Springs hospital received an "A" safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, highlighting its commitment to patient safety and effective handling of safety issues.

In Miami, a case of tuberculosis was confirmed at a federal jail and a high school, prompting health responses following a rise in TB cases in Florida.

Target recalls 25,600 units of Good & Gather baby food due to elevated lead levels, with best by dates of Dec 7 and 9, 2025, and lot numbers 4167 and 4169.