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Shark Week: The First Few Minutes That Can Save a Life
July 27, 2026
Even if the injury doesn’t seem serious, it’s important to be checked by a medical professional. Shark bites can damage muscles, nerves, and blood vessels, and they can increase the risk of infection.
Read MoreSummer Fun Shouldn’t End with Food Poisoning: How to Stay Safe at Cookouts, Picnics, and Beach Days
July 24, 2026
While summer is the perfect time for backyard barbecues, beach picnics, family reunions, and neighborhood cookouts, the warmer weather also creates ideal conditions for bacteria to grow on food.
Read MoreAs Back-to-School Approaches, College Students Aren’t the Only Ones Facing Anxiety – Tips for Anxious Parents
July 24, 2026
As August quickly approaches, back-to-school jitters are setting in. What happens when parents of college-age students start to feel the same anxiety as their kids?
Read MoreCetirizine Recall: What Allergy Sufferers Need to Know and Safe Alternatives to Consider
July 23, 2026
The good news is that not all cetirizine products have been recalled. The recall only affects specific lots of 5 mg cetirizine hydrochloride tablets distributed by one manufacturer.
Read MoreCyclosporiasis Outbreak: Foods to Avoid and How to Prepare Food Safely
July 21, 2026
A multi-state outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite found in contaminated food and water, has many people wondering whether their fresh fruits and vegetables are safe to eat.
Read MoreSix Ways Watching Spain Win the FIFA World Cup Could Have Sent Miami Fans to UHealth Jackson Urgent Care
July 20, 2026
Spain was crowned world champion, and while the team’s players survived 120 minutes of high-stakes soccer, Miami survived something just as intense:
Read MoreTemperatures Are Rising in South Florida: How to Stay Safe If You’re High Risk
July 17, 2026
South Florida’s summer heat is more than just uncomfortable. It can be dangerous, especially for people who are pregnant, older adults, young children, and anyone with chronic medical conditions.
Read MoreCaptain “Sully” Sullenberger Announces Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Symptoms to Watch For
July 15, 2026
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, a condition that affects memory, thinking, and daily activities. While it’s normal to occasionally forget things as we get older, ongoing changes that make everyday tasks more difficult may be a sign of something more serious.
Read MorePublix Blueberry Recall: Berry Important Facts About E. Coli and Cyclosporiasis
July 15, 2026
E. coli is a group of bacteria that naturally lives in the intestines of humans and animals. Most strains are harmless and even help support healthy digestion, but certain strains can cause severe illness.
Read MoreAlexander Zverev Used a Smartphone During Wimbledon Matches. Here’s why.
July 14, 2026
Diabetes is a condition that causes your blood sugar (also known as glucose) to be too high. This happens when your body doesn’t make enough insulin or doesn’t use it properly.
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