Orange County Issues Heat Advisory: Tips to Stay Safe as Temperatures Soar
Orange County issues a heat advisory, urging precautions against heat-related illnesses. Residents are advised to stay indoors, hydrate, and use community cooling centers. Officials warn against leaving vulnerable individuals or pets in vehicles.
Orange County Launches Cooling Centers to Protect Residents from Florida's Intense Heat
Orange County launches a network of cooling centers to protect residents from extreme heat, offering free rides through Lynx during heat advisories, and ensuring water distribution to vulnerable populations.
Orange County Jail's Healthcare Services Shine with NCCHC Reaccreditation and Proactive Health Programs
Orange County Corrections Health Services received reaccreditation from the NCCHC, affirming high healthcare standards. An on-site review highlighted compliance, with over 1,900 inmates tested for syphilis during a proactive screening program.
Osceola County Launches Drone Offensive Against Mosquitoes in Buenaventura Lakes Wetlands
Osceola County is employing drones to combat mosquito larvae in Buenaventura Lakes from August 12, utilizing organic larvicide, aiming to improve pest control while addressing environmental concerns.
Orange County Ramps Up Mosquito Control Measures Amid Dengue and Oropouche Virus Concerns
Orange County intensifies mosquito control after travel-related cases of Oropouche Virus and ongoing Dengue Fever. Health authorities raise awareness and deploy teams to spray neighborhoods to prevent the spread.
AdventHealth and OurLegacy Launch Orlando's First Organ Donor Center to Boost Transplants in Florida
AdventHealth and OurLegacy have opened Florida's first dedicated organ donor center in Orlando to support the need for organ transplants and provide comprehensive care for donors and their families.
Orlando Health Debuts State-of-the-Art Lake Mary Hospital, Closes South Seminole in Healthcare Leap Forward
Orlando Health transitioned from South Seminole Hospital to the larger, newly opened Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital, expanding bed capacity and modern medical services for Seminole County.
Health Alert Issued in Orange County: Toxic Blue-Green Algae Closes Lake Killarney to Swimmers and Pets
Lake Killarney in Orange County is under a health alert due to blue-green algae toxins; officials warn against swimming, letting pets in the water, and consuming shellfish from the lake.
Former President Joe Biden Battles Aggressive Prostate Cancer: Gleason Score Signals Severity, Orlando Health Specialist Weighs In
Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive, yet hormone-sensitive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, scoring a 9 on the Gleason scale.
Palm Bay Grapples with Over 3 Million Gallons of Wastewater Spill, Residents Advised Against Recreational Water Use
A sewer main break in Palm Bay, Florida, caused over three million gallons of wastewater to spill, leading officials to advise against water recreation in Turkey Creek due to environmental and health concerns.
Legionnaires' Disease Scare Hits Orlando Federal Courthouse Amid Orange County's 100 Confirmed Cases
The Orlando Federal Courthouse has posted warnings about Legionella after testing positive for the bacteria amid an uptick in Legionnaires' disease cases in Orange County. No comment on potential illnesses among courthouse employees has been issued.
Mother Drops Keely Farms Raw Milk Lawsuit After Fetal Loss
A Seminole County mother voluntarily dismissed a 2025 lawsuit alleging raw milk from Keely Farms led to her sepsis and the loss of her fetus; state officials had traced 21 illnesses to the dairy. The court filing gives no reason for the dismissal.
Florida Med Spas Under Scrutiny After Burn Injuries and Remote Oversight
An investigation and a 2025 medical‑journal survey found Florida med spas often lack clear local physician oversight, leaving some customers exposed to injuries and unclear supervision.
Health Inspectors Shut Down Four Central Florida Eateries After Grimy Surprise Checks
State inspectors ordered four Central Florida restaurants to close during the week of April 12–18 after inspections found conditions officials said posed immediate health risks. DBPR records list the closures and the reasons cited.





































































































