Health & Wellness
2 years ago
FDA approves new version of diabetes drug Mounjaro for weight loss

The drug, known as Zepbound or tirzepatide, helped dieters lose as much as 40 to 60 pounds in testing.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Fall back: How daylight saving time can seriously affect your health

Officially the time changed on Sunday at 2 a.m. Did you remember to reset your clocks before you went to bed?

Community
2 years ago
State troopers say the countdown is on to ‘Stuff the Charger’ with food before the end of the month, just don’t speed getting there

FHP hopes you’ll make a donation of non-perishable food items to help less fortunate Floridians this holiday season. You can find a list of items requested and where to drop them off in our story.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Eyedrops from CVS, Rite Aid and others carry possible infection risk, FDA says

The FDA says consumers should stop using the products immediately and avoid purchasing any that remain on pharmacy and store shelves. See the list of products in the story.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Breast cancer is deadlier for Black women. A study of mammograms could help close the gap

A clinical trial is recruiting thousands of volunteers — including a large number of Black women who face disparities in breast cancer death rates — to try to find out.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, free screenings available in Marion County

The breast cancer screenings are free to women in Marion County regardless of insurance status.

Education
2 years ago
It’s National School Bus Safety Week. Local law enforcement shares safety tips for kids and parents

You might see more deputies around school bus stops this week. Several local law enforcement agencies will enforce bus traffic rules this week in recognition of the student safety campaign.

Community
2 years ago
How you can help make the dying wish of a 12-year-old girl continue to come true

Stop Children’s Cancer has set a goal to raise $10,000 during Bonnie’s Birthday Bash this month. Donations are down this year and the nonprofit is asking for your help.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Pharmacist shortages and heavy workloads challenge drugstores heading into their busy season

Four things you can do to make your pharmacy visit go more smoothly.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Alachua County clinics offer flu vaccines, what you need to know

The Florida Department of Health says flu shots can take up to two weeks to be fully effective and encourages you to get your flu vaccine now.

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