Florida faces "very high" flu activity, with health officials urging early treatment and vaccination amidst a surge in cases and symptoms like headache and body aches.

Leon Medical Centers collaborated with Johns Hopkins and FIU to showcase a 3D printing technology for realistic surgical training with bleeding anatomical models.

Bestway Sandwiches Inc. recalls 25,000 pounds of chicken and cheese taquitos due to metal fragments. The recall affects 31 states and involves products with best-before dates in 2025 and the establishment number EST. P-40327.

Miami's first medical marijuana dispensary, Ayr Wellness, opened after a five-year process, marking a policy shift despite some local officials' concerns.

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital in Broward County opened the first LGBTQ+ Clinic, providing judgment-free healthcare tailored to the LGBTQ+ community's unique needs.

Northwest Naturals recalled its Turkey Recipe raw pet food after a cat died from bird flu, advising consumers to dispose of the product and seek refunds.

Port St. Lucie has temporarily halted water fluoridation for 95,000 customers due to health risk concerns highlighted by Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo.

Health officials warn that button batteries pose serious risks to children, including internal burns and fire hazards, and urge parents to exercise caution.

Palm Beach County is launching the "CTRL HALT DEL Campaign" to fight HIV, focusing on control, stigma elimination, and barrier removal, with an event on December 16.

The Miami-Dade Heart Walk at FIU highlighted CPR training and raised $565,000 for the American Heart Association, with a focus on combating heart disease.

Grimmway Farms has recalled organic carrots due to an E. coli outbreak linked to 39 illnesses and one death, affecting stores like Publix and Whole Foods.

Raccoon and otter test positive for rabies in St. Lucie County, prompting a 60-day health alert from health officials to raise awareness and encourage precautions among the public.

Costco and Acme Smoked Fish Corp. have recalled a specific lot of Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon in Florida due to potential listeria contamination.