Boxed into a vote on outlawing spending on gender affirming care for transgender prisoners, Georgia Democrats chose a third option Wednesday.

A group of scientists and health groups sued the National Institutes of Health on Wednesday, arguing that an “ideological purge” of research funding is illegal and threatens medical cures.

A 50-year-old government survey on drug use may be in jeopardy.

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The Supreme Court has appeared divided in a case over whether states should be able to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood.

A vaccination to prevent horribly painful shingles may offer an extra benefit: New research suggests it might lower the risk of dementia, too.

Susan Crawford’s Wisconsin Supreme Court election victory over a conservative candidate backed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk cements a liberal majority on the state’s top court for at least three more years.

The Supreme Court is siding with a truck driver who wants to sue for triple damages over a CBD hemp product he says was falsely advertised as being free from marijuana’s active ingredient and resulted in him getting fired.

President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday laid off scores of Health and Human Services employees, including many who ran the Head Start early education program.

Spring is often seen as a time for growth and renewal. With the season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to spring into healthy eating.

You probably already know that it’s important to build and maintain muscle, but there may be additional benefits even beyond our physical health.

The Trump administration has paused some family planning grants as it investigates whether the providers are following federal laws.

Thousands of people at the nation’s top health agencies were laid off Tuesday.

The U.N. food agency is closing all of its bakeries in the Gaza Strip.

Attorneys general and other officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia are suing the Trump administration for its decision to claw back $11 billion that went to public health departments for COVID-19 efforts and addiction and mental health programs.

Whole and 2% milk has been banned from school meals since 2012.

The Supreme Court will hear arguments in a South Carolina case over whether states can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood.

The Vatican says Pope Francis spends part of his days at his desk working and concelebrates Mass daily in his private chapel.

The Food and Drug Administration’s chief tobacco regulator has been forced out.

Employees across the massive U.S. Health and Human Services Department received notices Tuesday that their jobs were being eliminated, part of a sweeping overhaul designed to vastly shrink the agencies responsible for protecting and promoting Americans’ health.

Cultivating resourcefulness might seem old-fashioned, but it could be key to a child’s future success.

There were big smiles, hugs, tears and lots of tail wagging inside San Quentin’s prison recently.

As they readied to leave work Monday, some workers at the Food and Drug Administration were told to pack their laptops and prepare for the possibility that they wouldn’t be back.

UF Health Flagler Hospital and UF Health St. Johns-employed physicians will again be in-network participating providers with Aetna insurance plans, effective April 1, UF Health officials announced on Monday.

We’ve all heard that flying is the safest way to travel, but you’re not alone if you still get anxious before stepping on a plane.

Americans consume more than two to three times the recommended amount of sugar daily. That adds up to about 60 pounds of added sugar a year, which is the equivalent of six, 10-pound bowling balls! The problem is sugar can be sneaky.

Mexico says a government-sponsored junk food ban in schools has taken effect as the country tries to tackle one of the world’s worst obesity and diabetes epidemics.

People learned about financial literacy and ways to improve their health at the Black Family Wellness Expo at KIPP V.O.I.C.E. Academy in Jacksonville.

The top vaccine official with the Food and Drug Administration has resigned and criticized the nation's top health official for allowing “misinformation and lies” to guide his thinking behind the safety of vaccinations.

A groundbreaking initiative could soon be bringing surgeons closer to patients in Africa's remote corners where the doctor-to-patients ratio is among the lowest in the world.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to review military standards on combat and physical fitness and appearance opens a Pandora’s box of the widely different rules among the services.

Hosted by Epilepsy Alliance Florida, the walk is the largest local event that raises awareness and funds for individuals living with epilepsy.

Researchers have performed the first known transplant of sperm-producing stem cells in hopes of restoring fertility in a man who survived childhood cancer.

Utah has become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, despite widespread opposition from dentists and national health organizations.

Synthetic dyes used to make brightly colored cereals, drinks and candies are coming under scrutiny in states across the country.

Should you avoid sugar to reduce your cancer risk? It’s a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no, and the idea that sugar feeds cancer is somewhat misunderstood.

A remote Australian town that will soon lose its only doctor is offering a salary package of up to $680,000 Australian dollars, plus free rent and a car, to attract a new candidate.

The proposed overhaul of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services could weaken and possibly eliminate a little-known agency that's crucial in helping Americans who struggle with their mental health or with addiction.

Health officials confirm that a Michigan resident who received an organ transplant has died from rabies.

A Georgia bill to codify the right to in vitro fertilization got overwhelming in the state Senate and will likely go to Gov. Brian Kemp’s desk for his signature soon.

New research finds that global warming has significantly reduced the amount of water that’s being stored around the world in soil, lakes, rivers, snow and other places on land.

A county clerk in New York has refused to file a more than $100,000 judgment from Texas against a New York doctor accused of prescribing abortion pills to a woman near Dallas.

Jacksonville City Council proposed a bill that would provide over $800,000 for UF Health’s Mobile Stroke Training Unit to improve outcomes for stroke patients.

Prince Harry’s announced his resignation this week from an African charity that he co-founded in memory of his mother Princess Diana.

A Democratic senator says she's worried about the fallout from a major overhaul and layoffs at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

The head of leading vaccines group Gavi alliance says it has not received confirmation from the U.S. government that it might be losing more than $1 billion in pledged funding as part of a reported proposal by U.S. authorities to cut support for international aid groups.

Major anti-abortion groups have gathered in the nation's capital to begin a lobbying effort with Congress and President Donald Trump’s administration aimed at eliminating funding for Planned Parenthood.

Synthetic dyes used to make brightly colored cereals, drinks and candies are coming under scrutiny in states across the country.

Protesters on each side of the abortion debate have packed a hallway of Georgia's Capitol during a hearing on a bill that would ban most abortions.

A measles outbreak in Kansas more than doubled Wednesday to 23 cases, and an outbreak in Ohio grew to 10.

Chinese researchers are reporting new steps in the quest for animal-to-human organ transplants.

Vermont’s child welfare agency has asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging the state routinely targets and tracks pregnant women deemed unsuitable for motherhood.

Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion benefits are outweighed by potential health hazards.

A pill used in most U.S. abortions has been ensnared in politics for years, and many Americans wonder whether it will be restricted under the new Republican administration in Washington.

What goes down your toilet and drain can end up on farm fields across the United States.

Opposition to the use of sewage sludge as fertilizer is growing across the country.

The experience of growing up Filipino American in a diplomatic family led Carmina Montesa Aldana, a mother of twins, to co-found the Neurosurgery Outreach Foundation, or NOF, in Jacksonville. The organization focuses on providing crucial neurosurgical care to underserved communities.

Obstructive sleep apnea or OSA affects nearly a billion people across the globe. It robs people of their sleep — they stop breathing sometimes 20 to 50 to 100 times a night and are abruptly awakened.

Weight loss medications can be beneficial when prescribed for individuals struggling with obesity. However, it’s important to remember that nutrition is still a key part of a healthy weight loss plan.

An international agency reports that the installation of renewable energy worldwide hit a record high last year, with 92.5% of all new electricity brought online coming from the sun, wind or other clean sources.

Researchers at Columbia University remain in limbo after the Ivy League institution bowed to the Trump administration’s demands for unprecedented changes in a bid to restore some $400 million in federal funds cut.

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Kentucky Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear has vetoed a bill touted by its Republican supporters as an attempt to bring clarity to the state's near-total abortion ban.

Senate Democrats accuse the Environmental Protection Agency of breaking the law when they cancelled grants worth more than $1.5 billion focused on improving the environment in minority communities hit hard by pollution.

President Donald Trump has nominated a Republican attorney who was once accused of mishandling taxpayer funds and who has a history of launching investigations against abortion clinics to lead the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General.

Five high-level officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are leaving.

Pope Francis’ medical team briefly considered suspending treatment after a Feb. 28 breathing crisis but instead decided on an aggressive treatment course.

AdventHealth leaders broke ground on a new off-site emergency department on State Road 207 in St. Johns County Tuesday morning.

A Florida Senate Committee is considering a bill filed by a local lawmaker that would keep insurance companies from relying on artificial intelligence to deny claims.

Adults on average get one or two colds per year, with children getting up to six, and they usually last four to five days. The symptoms are runny nose, dry cough, and sore throat. But with the common cold, there are also some common myths that come with it.

A surge of grant cancellations hit researchers focused on the health of gay, lesbian and transgender people last week, as the Trump administration continues to target what it describes as ideologically driven science.

One of Republican Patrick Morrisey’s first moves as West Virginia governor was to issue an executive order allowing families to apply for religious exemptions to mandated childhood vaccinations.

The death of former U.S. Rep. Mia Love has brought renewed attention to an aggressive form of brain cancer that killed her at age 49.

Two bills could provide a longer grace that would provide more time for pregnant women to get much-needed maternity care.

Not getting a good night’s rest can have you feeling more than just tired and groggy -- it can also make you hungrier.

Experts tend to focus on the kinds of foods you can eat to improve your health.

Around the globe, hotter temperatures stoked by climate change are increasing the odds of both severe drought and heavier precipitation that can wreak havoc on people and the environment.

Losing weight can improve your health and self-esteem. But shedding excess pounds can also lead to a less desirable side effect — hair loss! Registered dietitian nutritionist Kait Richardson said if this happens to you — first rule out other health conditions.

As Consumer Reports says, finding easy, healthier options to put a meal on the table in minutes isn’t as complicated as it seems.

Most men and women shed between 50-100 strands of hair a day. But if you are losing more than that, you could have a problem. Your diet may be to blame for your thinning mane.

The Swiss town of Neuchâtel is offering residents a novel form of preventative or preparatory medicine.

In the corners of social media dominated by wellness content, influencers recommend an assortment of treatments and products to support weight loss, fight exhaustion or promote other desired health outcomes.

With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight northern locations.

Abortion has been top of mind for many voters casting early ballots in the race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden signed a bill into law Friday that restricts transgender people's use of communal facilities that align with their gender identity in schools and state buildings.

Tuberculosis continued to rise again in the U.S. last year, reaching its highest levels in more than a dozen years.

Two of Pope Francis’ closest advisers are predicting that he will recover from pneumonia and that a “new stage” in his pontificate will open after he is released.

More states are passing or considering family medical leave laws that would require employers to offer paid leave for workers to undergo treatment or care for a sick family member.

Measles cases in West Texas are still rising two months after the outbreak began.

Decades of road salt use is taking a toll on New York City’s water reservoirs.

You put groceries in the fridge to prevent them from going bad, but some surprising foods can actually go bad when refrigerated. They can even poison you if eaten!

All week on The Morning Show, we shared ways you can “Spring into Clean” to tackle some spring cleaning, which can declutter both our space and minds.

A new study finds that a common blood test for ovarian cancer may miss some Black and Native American patients, delaying their treatment.

More workers have reported feeling disconnected from their organization’s purpose and unclear on how to meet expectations since the coronavirus pandemic changed the way we work.

Operations are back to normal at a major hospital in suburban Detroit after an employee was shot by a coworker in the parking garage.

Spring is officially here -- that means longer days and warmer weather. It’s the perfect time of year to tackle some cleaning, which can declutter both our space and minds.

The Concorde Career Institute on Salisbury Road is giving kids free dental care this week. Children as young as 3 years old all the way through high school are able to get free services throughout the week.

Nestle USA has recalled certain batches of its Lean Cuisine and Stouffer's frozen meals.

An experimental treatment appears to postpone Alzheimer's symptoms in some people genetically destined to get the disease at a young age.

In a world where achieving optimal health can feel like an uphill battle, Alpha Clinic stands out as a champion for those looking to transform their lives.