Health
The latest reporting from The Miami Metropolis.
New treatment for Alzheimer’s disease shows promising results
Advancement in Alzheimer’s disease treatment offers hope for patients
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital receives multi-million-dollar expansion
The children’s hospital has doubled in size with new surgical capabilities, treatments and patient and family programs.
Families brawl outside Jackson Memorial Hospital
Two families got into a brawl Wednesday outside Jackson Memorial Hospital
American Airlines flight makes emergency landing at MIA
Breaking News: Some passengers reported feeling sick and were taken to an area hospital.
Broward Health says they are seeing an uptick in pediatric admissions for respiratory ailments
Doctors issued a warning Tuesday as the virus that affects children is spreading rapidly across the country. “We’re doing this not to…
UF researchers develop test for deadly palm disease
More than 65 species of palm trees in the United States are vulnerable to a wood-decaying fungus which could be devastating to…
Suicide at Fort Lauderdale school sparks urgent plea from superintendent
Students and faculty were left shocked after witnessing a student take his own life at Fort Lauderdale High School Thursday and now…
Questions over declining health of Miami Seaquarium’s orca, Lolita
Miami Seaquarium’s famed orca, Lolita is believed to now be on a 24-hour watch.
Hurricane Ian Leaves Florida Hospitals In Shambles
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, hundreds of patients are being rushed out of hospitals with no working water and, in some…
FDA Approves New Treatment For ALS
The FDA announced approval of #Relyvrio, developed by #Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, on Thursday. The oral medication works as a standalone therapy or when…
Woman arrested for selling fake disabled parking permits
Nicole Cardona, 26, allegedly sold applications for permanent disabled parking permits, complete with forged doctor signatures, allowing Cardona’s customers to obtain parking…
Doctors use drug off label to treat hair loss
Minoxidil, a drug that’s been around for decades, was originally prescribed orally to treat high blood pressure.
Orlando Abortion Clinic Faces $193,000 Fine For Violating Florida Law
An Orlando women’s health center has been charged with violating a Florida law requiring a 24-hour waiting period before an abortion is…
First Monkeypox Death In The U.S. Confirmed
A Los Angeles County resident with a compromised immune system has died from monkeypox, local health officials announced Monday. It’s believed to…
CDC Connects E. coli Outbreak To Wendy’s Restaurants In 4 States
Dr. Fauci To Retire In December
The nation’s leading infectious disease expert is set to retire at the end of the year.
Boy, 3, dies after found in lake in Coconut Creek
A Broward Health Coral Springs doctor pronounced a boy dead on Friday after a neighbor found him in a lake in Coconut…
Family of Gracie Rae hopes you’ll join her fight against cancer
Gracie Rae was diagnosed with leukemia.
Health officials to offer more monkeypox vaccines
Health officials said the second doses of the monkeypox vaccines will be delayed, so more first doses can be given.
Benefit of low dose aspirin could reduce risk of ovarian cancer
Low-dose aspirin has been strongly associated with reduced risk for ovarian cancer in previous studies.
DeSantis targets R house to protect kids; parents say that’s not his call
Gov. Ron DeSantis has defended parental rights during the pandemic saying it should be up to them whether or not their children…
Comedian Lil Duval arrives at Jackson Memorial Hospital
Roland Powell, better known as comedian Lil Duval, was airlifted to a Bahamian hospital after the driver of a car ran the…
Man diagnosed with flesh eating bacteria after visiting Florida beach
A man from Alabama had his leg amputated after doctors diagnosed him with a flesh eating bacteria
Feral cat tests positive for rabies in Davie
Health officials have issued a rabies alert for parts of Davie.
How Common Are Second COVID Infections?
Dr. Aileen Marty shares her medical expertise as to why so many COVID reinfections are happening.
Lawsuit filed after Florida ice cream linked to Listeria outbreak
The estate of an Illinois woman who died earlier this year from a listeria infection filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against a…
Pre-trial hearing focuses on evidence against Cruz
Nikolas Cruz’s defense attorney want the judge to exclude evidence a forensic psychologist who was testifying for the prosecution said was essential…
Providers urge judge to stop Florida’s 15-week ban on abortions
Planned Parenthood of South, East, and North Florida and other reproductive health care providers are challenging Florida’s ban on abortion after 15…
LGBTQ leaders hosting emergency meeting to discuss curbing spread of monkeypox ahead of Stonewall Pr
According to the CDC, the majority of cases in the U.S. have been in men who have sex with other men.
Inflation even taking a toll on Jackson Memorial Hospital
DeSantis Signs New School Safety Bill
Two weeks after a deadly school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, reignited debates about gun violence and securing schools, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed…
Obesity impacts male fertility, doctors say
Data shows that men all over the world are experiencing issues with fertility but in many cases, the solution may be simple.
New report indicates health of Lolita the orca is improving
A new report has been released on the health of Lolita, the orca who lives at Miami Seaquarium and has been at…
Mental Health America ranks Florida 49th nationally in access to mental health resources
BABY DELIVERED IN ELEVATOR DIGI SHORT
A mother’s day to remember for this Dallas woman!Video shows a mother-to-be arriving at the hospital while having contractions. After arriving she’s…
CDC recommends taking added precautions as COVID cases spike once again
Boy Recovering After Dog Attack
A 5-year-old boy was airlifted to the hospital Sunday afternoon after being attacked by his family’s dog.
First case of monkeypox detected in Broward County
Health officials in Broward County are investigating a presumptive case of monkeypox.
Concern grows as more countries detect monkeypox
The UK and other European countries have reported a small number of human monkeypox infections, a virus rarely seen in Europe. The…
Woman accused of causing deadly, fiery crash now out of hospital and out of jail
A woman who was speeding through a red light crashing into a car and killing its driver is out of the hospital…
Suspect Caught In Shooting Of Woman In Coconut Creek
A woman was rushed to the hospital Thursday morning after she was shot in Coconut Creek.
Investigation ongoing after shooting in Margate
Authorities said the victim was rushed to a nearby hospital by Margate Fire Rescue.
6 people transported to 2 hospitals after Coconut Creek crash
6 people all in one car were transported to local hospitals after a crash in Coconut Creek.
Florida health department issues controversial new guidance on care for transgender children
Florida’s Department of Health issued controversial guidelines on Wednesday when it comes to the care of transgender children.
ER doctor pulls over, treats injured man on side of highway
An emergency rescue was caught on camera after a doctor who was driving home from dinner spotted a man in the road…
Highly Infectious ‘Canine Cough’ Disease Spreading Around South Florida
A highly infectious disease is spreading among dogs in South Florida.
Dog Owners Warned About Highly Contagious Virus Spreading Across South Florida
Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC) is highly contagious and can pose a serious health risk to dogs.
Madeleine Albright, First Female US Secretary Of State, Has Died
Albright died of cancer, her family said. She was 84.
Estimates Show That 1 In 5 Adolescents & Teens Have A Diagnosed Mental Health Disorder
The pandemic has caused that number to jump even higher.
