New Narcan vending machine installed in Ormond Beach
A new Narcan vending machine has been installed in Ormond Beach, with more set to follow. FOX 35’s David Martin sits down with Karen Chrapek, executive director of Volusia Recovery Alliance, about the initiative.
Colon cancer awareness month: Early detection is key
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Sriram Rangarajan, MD, a double board-certified surgeon with the Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute, discusses an FDA-approved blood test that could potentially detect if someone has colon cancer.
Increased risk of dengue fever
The CDC has issued a health alert about an increased risk of dengue fever, which is spread through mosquito bites, with one Florida case reported in Miami-Dade County. Dr. Jackson Mosley, an entomologist and the Mosquito Control director in Polk County, weighs in.
Residents protest over Rockledge Hospital closing
Brevard County residents are protesting over the planned closure of Rockledge Hospital next month. The county broke ground on a new hospital last year, but some people say they are worried about a health care crisis.
Acne treatments recalled over benzene levels
Dr. Matthew Knight, president at Knight Dermatology Institute, joins FOX 35 to talk about the Food and Drug Administration's recent recall of popular beauty products linked to cancer.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Signs, symptoms, screenings
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Timothy Tolland, a colon and rectal surgeon at AdventHealth Medical Group Colorectal Surgery, stopped by FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about the signs and symptoms of colon cancer, prevention and screenings, as well as treatment options.
Florida police officer will run 200 miles to raise awareness for first responder mental health
A Central Florida police officer is running 200 miles over five days to raise awareness for first responder mental health.
House Calls: Colorectal signs and symptoms
Dr. Mariam Naveed, a gastroenterologist at AdventHealth, discusses the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, preventative measures, and who should get screened.
Florida Senate panel backs bill to ban fluoride in public water systems
While many communities in Florida have opted to remove the fluoridation process from public water supplies, proposed legislation in Tallahassee would prevent local governments from adding fluoride to water.
Doctors: Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement'
In an update from The Vatican, doctors say Pope Francis has improved slightly and is responding well to treatment. He has now been in the hospital for almost three weeks. FOX 35's Connor Hansen has the latest news from Rome.
Preparing to spring forward for daylight saving time
If you are one of the millions of Americans getting ready to spring ahead, medical experts are sharing what you can do right now to get ready for daylight saving time. Daylight saving time runs from the second Sunday in March to the second Sunday in November. Clocks will spring forward one hour at 2 a.m. this Sunday.
New program aimed at improving women's health
FOX35's Amy Kaufeldt reports on a new program designed to improve women's health.
Pope Francis’ health: Vatican provides update on Ash Wednesday
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and leads up to Easter on April 20.
Explaining Telephobia: The fear of talking on the phone
David Sprinkle, managing partner at Veritas Recruiting Group, talks about Telephobia. Sprinkle shares tips on how to overcome the fear of talking on the phone.
Study: Fathers of daughters live longer
Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins FOX 35 to talk about a recent study that found that having daughters increases the life expectancy of fathers.
Study: Vaping is more dangerous than smoking
A study recently found that vaping is even more dangerous than smoking. Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins FOX 35 to talk about the study, as well as how to protect yourself.
Lakeland removes fluoride from drinking water
Lakeland is the latest Florida city to remove fluoride from its drinking water. The Lakeland City Commission made the unanimous decision after hearing a mass amount of public input from the community. Although commissioners said they saw both sides of the argument, they ultimately decided to give residents the freedom to decide for themselves what they put in their bodies.
Workout Wednesday: The Gym Lab
This Workout Wednesday, FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to The Gym Lab in Orlando. The workout location believes that getting yourself back to health means setting your own pace. The leaders of the gym pride themselves on being innovative and having a personalized approach to fitness.
AEDs now available on LYNX LYMMO buses
The LYNX bus system is working to make transportation even safer by working with AdventHealth to install AEDs on some of its buses. Jimmy Clarity, with the American Heart Association, joins FOX 35 to talk about the initiative.
What's the craze about cottage cheese?
Cottage cheese is making a comeback. Tik-Tokers have been swearing by it, and people are listening and adding it to their diets. Ashlee Wright, a registered dietitian, joins FOX 35 to talk about its benefits.