$148.6M Bed Tower To Be Unveiled At Haley Veterans Hospital In Tampa

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new bed tower will take place Saturday, Jan. 21, at 10 a.m., in front of the bed tower's main entrance.

?After 2 Years, Hillsborough's State Of Emergency Ends Thursday

After two years of living under a state of emergency due to COVID-19, Hillsborough County is ending its emergency declaration.

This Is The County In The Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area With The Least COVID-19

As the omicron variant spreads, new daily cases of COVID-19 have hit new highs in the United States.

Kids Under 5 Could Soon Be Eligible For COVID-19 Vaccines In FL

Kids younger than 5 in Florida could start getting their coronavirus vaccinations by the end of February. Here's what parents need to know.

Florida Hospitals Earn High, Low Marks In Leapfrog?s 2021 Ratings

The nonprofit graded nearly 3,000 hospitals in Florida and across the country on how well they prevent errors, infections and more.

How Current COVID-19 Cases In Florida Compare To The Nation

As the delta variant spreads, new daily cases of COVID-19 are on the rise once again in much of the United States.

High Levels Of Red Tide Detected In Hillsborough, Pasco Counties

The FWC said the highest concentrations were found at Sunken Island in the Hillsborough Bay, Anclote Key, Sand Key and Snake Key.

Departments Of Health Encourage Residents To Celebrate 4th Of July Safely

Here are some tips for staying safe and healthy this Fourth of July.

Florida Department Of Health Observes National HIV Testing Day 2021

The Florida Department of Health encourages people to be tested.

Health Alert: Red Tide, Dead Fish Found At Tampa Bay Beaches

The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County is notifying the public of red tide blooms within Tampa Bay.

First Lady Joins Lightning To Promote Vaccinations: Video

First Lady Jill Biden joined the Tampa Bay Lightning and AdventHealth Thursday to encourage residents to get coronavirus vaccinations.

First Lady Jill Biden To Appear At Vaccination Event At Amalie

Biden will visit the free vaccination site sponsored by the Lightning where free Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson shots will be administered.

Health Advisory Issued For Ben T. Davis And Davis Islands Beaches

A health advisory has been issued for Ben T. Davis Beach and Davis Island Beach due to high bacteria levels.

Back To School Coalition Limiting Physicals, Immunizations.

To protect the health of patients and staff, the coalition is limiting the number of immunizations and physicals offered.

Tampa General Hospital Honored As One Of Top 50 North American Health Care Providers

Tampa General is one of only two hospitals in Florida recognized by Global Healthcare Exchange for outstanding performance in operations.

Cancer Survivor Retires After Nearly Half A Century Of Caring For BayCare Cancer Patients

Betty Harmon, 83, worked 49 years as a patient care technician in the oncology unit at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Moffitt Hosts Topping Out Ceremony For New McKinley Campus

About 100 guests gathered to watch the hoisting of the final beams, which were decorated with signatures and messages of hope and blessings.

Getting The Vaccine At A CVS In Florida Could Mean Big Prizes

CVS will give away Super Bowl tickets, vacations and cash to encourage Floridians to get vaccinated against the coronavirus.

BayCare Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Augustine Lee

Dr. Lee is board certified in colon, rectal and general surgery, and is part of BayCare Medical Group serving the Tampa community.

Human Organs Created On 3D Printer To Teach Surgical Techniques

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is using sophisticated 3D printers to create realistic human organs to teach surgical techniques.

Tampa General Hospital, USF Health Offer Minimally Invasive Treatment of Uterine Fibroids

This treatment option may provide faster recovery and fewer side effects.

Promise Of Free Ticket To Aquarium Was Worth A Shot: Tampa Mayor

A wildly successful COVID-19 vaccination drive Wednesday has led the city of Tampa to plan more incentive-driven events.

Tampa General Hospital Honored For Technological Practices

Tampa General was recognized for implementing the latest technology practices to provide world-class care.

Get A Vaccination Shot, Get A Free Ticket To Aquarium Wednesday

The traveling block party-themed campaign is making its first stop at The Florida Aquarium on May 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

New Diagnostic Tech Showcased During Osteoporosis Awareness Month

Echolight Medical introduced REMS at the Florida Orthopedic Society's annual meeting.

Tampa Encourages Gen Z To Think Vaccination Before Vacation

The 18 to 24 age group ranks No. 1 in Hillsborough County coronavirus cases, according to statistics from the Florida Department of Health.

Tampa Bay Celebrates Turquoise Takeover To End Lung Cancer

The weeklong Turquoise Takeover strives to provide hope to those facing lung cancer and fund life-saving research.

CVS Health Launches Mental Health Services in Tampa

New mental health counseling is now available at MinuteClinic in a growing number of Tampa CVS HealthHUB locations

Tampa Bay Children Can Receive Free Swim Lessons At YMCA

Tampa Bay area children can once again receive free water safety and swim lessons at their local Y from May 24 – May 27.

Walmart, Sam's Club Now Offering Walk-Up Vaccines At All Stores

This includes the 383 Walmart and Sam’s Club pharmacies in Florida.

1st-Dose COVID-19 Vaccines Available May 3-5 In Progress Village

First doses of the COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine will be available May 3-7 at the Larry Sanders Sports Complex.

Florida Hospital Safety Grades 2021: The Best And The Worst

Safety grades by the health care watchdog group Leapfrog show how hospitals in Florida responded to the coronavirus pandemic.

Tampa To Literally Shine Light On Desperate Need For Organ Donors

“I went from being alive to actually living," said transplant recipient Marissa Arvonio of Tampa.

Hillsborough County Coronavirus Vaccinations, Cases: Latest Info

This is how the Tampa area compares to Florida and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

FL FEMA Vaccination Sites Resume Johnson & Johnson Vaccines

Florida residents have a green light to get the single-dose Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine following a safety review.

Nearly 2 Out Of 3 Coronavirus Cases In Florida Are Variants: USF

A university health expert said the number of cases statewide is on an upward trend.

Lung Association Report: Tampa’s Air Quality Got Worse

Report reveals more unhealthy air pollution days for Tampa metro area

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In Tampa Area

Here's how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Hillsborough County and across FL.

CDC Says Too Soon To Lift Face Mask Mandates, FL Counties Ignore

Hospital admissions for COVID have risen among patients ages 18 to 64 years in recent weeks, but FL counties are dropping mask requirements.

TGH One Of Only In Florida To Perform On-Site COVID-19 Variant Sequencing

The hospital’s esoteric research lab developed testing procedures and protocols to perform critical sequencing.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.