CDC data suggests 2025 drop in birth numbers
New data shows nearly 24,000 drop in live births from 2024.
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CDC data suggests 2025 drop in birth numbers
New data shows nearly 24,000 drop in live births from 2024.
UF investigates measles on campus amid outbreak across North Florida
Two college classrooms reportedly exposed to measles.
Santa Fe College formalizes nurse training partnership with Bradford School District
North Florida Technical College in Starke to provide associate’s degree in nursing.
CDC reports life expectancy hits record high in 2024
Heart Disease, cancer and accidental injuries remain top three leading causes of death.
Aging Matters: How end-of-life choices are reshaping the deathcare industry
Home funerals and natural burials gain popularity.
Bronson Community Health Fair slated for Saturday
Fair to be held at Dogan S. Cobb Municipal Building.
UF Health hires first system chief nursing officer
Walker previously worked at Advocate Health.
UF study shows spending time in tree-filled spaces helps calm mind
Have you ever considered a walk in a tree-shaded park to relieve stress? If you have, you’re hardly alone, according to new University of Florida research. The […]
UF Health study finds long COVID led to over $12B in lost wages
Long COVID lingers for weeks or months after initial illness.
UF Eye Opener Discovery Breakfast features insights from acclaimed neurologist
Dr. Michael Okun serves as executive director of UF Health’s Norman Fixel Institute.
New HHS diet guidelines pump up protein, slam sugars
New guidelines recommend pairing proteins with healthy fats from whole foods.
U.S. flu cases surge
Highest recorded level since 1997-98 flu season.
CDC reduces recommended number of child vaccinations
Number of vaccines reduced from 17 to 11.
5 tips to reduce sugar and protect your teeth in 2026
Holiday sweets can leave your smile vulnerable to cavities.
UF/IFAS expert says making habits are easier said than done
How to make healthier lifestyle improvements in 2026.
Unexpected UF finding could offer new treatment for meth addiction
Study led by McKnight Brain Institute team.
2025 brings breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment
For the millions of Americans touched by Alzheimer’s disease, 2025 brought major advances in the understanding of brain health and progress in diagnosis and treatment. Here […]
Aging Matters: How seniors deal with total knee arthroplasty in U.S.
Nearly 800,000 knee and 450,000 hip replacements are performed annually.
UF: Debate finished over diet safety for cancer patients
New study published in Journal of Clinical Oncology.
UF/IFAS expert shares tips on not letting food go to waste during holidays
How to handle leftovers wisely this holiday season.
HCA North Florida Hospital unveils newest member of robotic surgical fleet
New surgical robot has performed nearly 30 surgeries.
Aging Matters: Claude Pepper’s legacy in advocating for elderly
Longtime politician’s legislation included creating National Institutes of Health.
UF study finds therapeutic horticulture program helps students reduce stress
Students also increase academic resilience.
Alachua County food networks see continued demand as new initiative opens
County starts fresh food distribution with local farm.