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Local Hospitals Seeing Large Uptick In Patients With Flu Symptoms Across America a number of hospitals have set up "flu tents" outside their facilities to handle the influx of patients seeking relief from what is turning out to be a very strong flu season. Jan 11, 2018
Regular Exercise Can Take Away 'Years Of Damage' From Laziness And Doing Nothing, Study Says A new study has revealed that the statement 'it's never too late to get in shape' actually does hold water after all. Jan 10, 2018
Thousands Of Babies Die Due To Sleep-Related Causes, CDC Says Federal health officials have released sobering statistics about infant mortality. Jan 10, 2018
iPhone Designer Worried About iPhone Addiction A former Apple executive who designed the iPod and iPhone wants Silicon Valley to do the right thing and help us put down our phones and tablets. Jan 9, 2018
Study: Ibuprofen Linked To Male Infertility Ibuprofen has a negative impact on the testicl*s of young men. Jan 8, 2018
Senate Bill Would Boost Contraceptive Coverage Under a bill filed in the state Senate, health-insurance policies would be required to provide coverage for FDA-approved contraceptive drugs without imposing deductibles, coinsurance or co-payment requirements. Jan 8, 2018
New Poll Shows Adults Want Nursing Homes, Care Facilities To Require Flu Shots A new poll suggests that nursing homes and other long-term care facilities should do more to protect against the flu. Jan 3, 2018
Hialeah Named 100th Worst City For An Active Lifestyle The city of Hialeah has been named the worst city for an active lifestyle - this out of the 100 biggest U.S. cities. Jan 3, 2018
'Sitting Is The New Smoking': Doctor Dishes On How To Have A Healthier 2018 Just days into 2018, a resolution of a healthier life might be on the mind and there are some ways to maximize your effort. Jan 2, 2018
Working Out In A Group Has Extra Benefits If you're looking to get into shape this new year, you may want to try working out in a group. Jan 1, 2018
WHO To Recognize Gaming Disorder As Mental Health Condition In 2018 Being hooked on playing video games could soon be officially classified as a mental health issue. Dec 28, 2017
Vowing To Lose Weight In New Year? Try The Non-Diet Diet Dec 28, 2017
More Pregnant Women Are Using Pot, Study Finds More pregnant women seem to be usingpot. Here's why. Dec 27, 2017
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Andrew Tate's lawsuit against human trafficking accuser can proceed, judge says A Florida woman accused him of sex trafficking and imprisoning her in Romania. updated 18M ago
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We've just entered the annual "100 Deadliest Days" for teen drivers. Here's how to stay safe. The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers. May 28
Florida insurers made money last year for first time in 7 years Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years. Mar 25
U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies. Aug 30, 2023
Florida tourism numbers dip in second quarter The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency. Aug 16, 2023
Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant. Aug 14, 2023
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Trump donated to Harris' campaign when she was California attorney general Campaign finance records show Donald Trump donated twice to reelect Kamala Harris as attorney general of California more than a decade ago. 20H ago
Florida is not a focus for Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign The campaign chair said winning the needed 270 electoral votes runs through states in play 23H ago
Florida moves forward with law aimed at keeping kids off social media Technology groups have said parts of the law would violate First Amendment rights. Jul 23
Biden to speak about ending 2024 reelection campaign President Biden made the shocking announcement Sunday​ that he would end his reelection campaign and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris soon afterward. 14H ago
Harris secures support for Democratic nomination after Biden drops out Vice President Kamala Harris, who CBS News estimates is now the likely Democratic presidential nominee, is heading to the key battleground state of Wisconsin to give a speech in Milwaukee. Jul 23
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"Red flags" popping up in debate around Florida abortion ballot initiative, state senator says Jim DeFede speaks with State Sen. Book about Gov. DeSantis' efforts to fight the abortion issue set to appear on Florida's ballot. Jul 21
Florida Republican Party chair says RNC reenergized party: "People are fired up" Jim DeFede spoke with Evan Power at the convention in Milwaukee just before Trump's speech. Jul 21
"Ghost candidate" in Miami Beach State House race reveals why she is running Jim DeFede speaks with Mo Saunders, the estranged aunt to Democrat Joe Saunders, who is also running for the same seat. Jul 14
"Keep our democracy intact" in wake of Trump assassination attempt: CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede DeFede said the incident has become an "inflection point" for the country in how we talk about politics. Jul 14
Rep. Moskowitz says Congress to investigate Trump assassination attempt "I support the chairman's call for an investigation," Rep. Jared Moskowitz, a Democrat from Florida, told CBS News Miami. Jul 15
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Deadly multi-state Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, CDC says A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters. Jul 23
Almost half of Americans say they struggle to pay for medical care Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost. Jul 17
Map shows states where COVID levels are "high" or "very high" this summer Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter. Jul 12
JetBlue passenger sues airline for $1.5 million, alleging severe burns from hot tea Tahjana Lewis suffered burns to her chest, arms and legs, according to a recent lawsuit the Connecticut woman filed. Jul 11
Arsenic, lead and other toxic metals detected in tampons, study finds One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons. Jul 8
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We've just entered the annual "100 Deadliest Days" for teen drivers. Here's how to stay safe. The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers. May 28
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains. May 15
Gov. DeSantis signs package that includes sales tax holidays There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies May 8
More parents are supporting their adult children amid economic hardship, study finds Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house? Mar 18
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Andrew Tate's lawsuit against human trafficking accuser can proceed, judge says A Florida woman accused him of sex trafficking and imprisoning her in Romania. updated 18M ago
Hemingway fans celebrate author's 125th birthday in Key West Ernest Hemingway spent the 1930s in Key West, Florida, and more than six decades after his death, fans, scholars and relatives continue to congregate on the island city to celebrate the author's award-winning novels and adventure-filled life. Jul 21
Bruce Springsteen on the poetry of his classic album "Nebraska" An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices. Jul 21
Bob Newhart, star of "The Bob Newhart Show," dies at age 94 Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94. Jul 18
Here are the full 2024 Emmy nominations, topped by "Shogun," "The Bear" Nominations for the 76th annual Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday, with "Shōgun," "The Bear," "Hacks," "Only Murders in the Building" and "Baby Reindeer" all earning multiple major nods. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here. Jul 17
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